2016 Kia Soul | 2015 Kia Soul | 2012 Kia Soul | 2013 Kia Soul | 2014 Kia Soul — Engine
Published February 26, 2019 · Recall initiated: February 22, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V120000, published February 26, 2019 and initiated February 22, 2019. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2016 Kia Soul | 2015 Kia Soul | 2012 Kia Soul | 2013 Kia Soul | 2014 Kia Soul — Engine.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. High exhaust gas temperatures may damage the catalytic converter, possibly resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to one or more of the engine's pistons and possible piston connecting rod failure.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC176.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SOUL
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 KIA SOUL | 2015 KIA SOUL | 2012 KIA SOUL | 2013 KIA SOUL | 2014 KIA SOUL
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Kia Soul | 2015 Kia Soul | 2012 Kia Soul | 2013 Kia Soul | 2014 Kia Soul — Engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V120000 on February 26, 2019. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. High exhaust gas temperatures may damage the catalytic converter, possibly resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to one or more of the engine's pistons and possible piston connecting rod failure.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC176.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: SOUL.