NHTSA recall 20V389000
Electrical system › Software
KIA Soul EV
Reported Jul 2, 20203,714 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC191
The defect
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.
The risk
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Electrical system › SoftwarePower train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)