NHTSA recall 22V096000
Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software
KIA Soul
Reported Feb 18, 2022128,280 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC229
The defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014 Soul vehicles. The front air bags may not deploy during a crash if the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) loses communication with the front impact sensors.
The risk
Front air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will update the ACU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC229.
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