KIA SOUL UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/082 (3803)

Manufacturer Reference

221004

Defect

Damage can occur within the vehicles Air Bag Control unit causing the warning light to be displayed and the Air Bag system deactivated.

Remedy

Inspect the vehicles if the Air Bag warning light is already illuminated replace the control unit. If it is not update the software in the unit.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/083 (2801)

Manufacturer Reference

221040

Defect

In the event of a frontal collision the front impact sensors could become disconnected and the air bags may not activate as expected.

Remedy

Update the software in the Air Bag Control (ACU) the improved collision algorithm will ensure that airbags deploy properly in the event of a collision.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/100 (5854)

Manufacturer Reference

151103

Defect

An abnormal noise may occur at the steering gear box when moving the steering wheel to right or left due to pinion plug nut loosening. If the concern is not resolved the pinion could lose contact with the rack leading to a loss of steering.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check steering shaft for up/down movement if there is no movement secure existing pinion plug with additional set screw. If movement is detected replace the pinion plug and cover.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/093 (20)

Manufacturer Reference

141032

Defect

Noise emanating from steering gearbox when turning steering wheel. This can cause premature wear eventually leading to failure

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace the steering gear box pinion plug bolt and dust cap assembly with new ones

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/036 (7219)

Manufacturer Reference

131106 &131S01

Defect

It has been identified that the pre-tensioner may not function correctly during a collision. This could cause additional injuries during a collision.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tensioner and replace if required.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/055 (40769)

Manufacturer Reference

131021

Defect

The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.

Remedy

Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.