KIA SOUL 2023: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 25V099000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | SOUL | 2023 |
| Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database | |
| 2025-02-17 | 2025-02-19 |
Production Dates: 2020-07-02 - 2022-04-19
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC336
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 137256
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Kia America, Inc. "Kia" is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.
Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system "PNSS" software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 'TTY 888-275-9171' or go to nhtsa.gov.
