Kia Soul, Soul EV: Steering

Affects Kia Soul, Soul EV · 2014–2016 — about 342K vehicles.

The hazard

If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under this campaign.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational