Kia · United States · Crit
Kia Soul EV: Electrical system — traction battery
Affects Kia Soul EV · 2015–2019 — about 3K vehicles.
The hazard
A battery electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
What to do
Dealers will update and/or replace the battery management system and software, as necessary, free of charge. The new software will illuminate the EV warning light, limit charging capacity, and reduce vehicle power if abnormal voltage is detected. If this occurs, the battery will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC267.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational