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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 23V218000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Published March 30, 2023 · Recall initiated: March 29, 2023

What's the hazard

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Soul EV vehicles equipped with an E400 battery. The high-voltage battery pack may experience an electrical short-circuit while driving.

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.

Recall details

Brand
KIA
Model
SOUL EV
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Lot
2019 KIA SOUL EV | 2018 KIA SOUL EV | 2017 KIA SOUL EV | 2016 KIA SOUL EV | 2015 KIA SOUL EV
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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