Recall 23V218000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A battery electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | KIA | SOUL EV |
| 2016 | KIA | SOUL EV |
| 2017 | KIA | SOUL EV |
| 2018 | KIA | SOUL EV |
| 2019 | KIA | SOUL EV |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.