Recall
Kia Soul Ev — 20V389000
NHTSA ID
20V389000
Make
Kia
Model
Soul Ev
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2020-07-02
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Units Affected
3,714
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SC191
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle (EV) vehicles. The parking mechanism may become damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park 'P' before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. If the parking mechanism is damaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur when the gear shift lever is in the Park 'P' position and the parking brake is not applied.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit software, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC191.