2019 Kia Soul recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 1 2019 Kia Soul recalls, newest first
Jan 25, 2022Air BagsKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 to 2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017 to 2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
NHTSA campaign 22V031000 · Kia Motors America
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Kia Soul have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2019 Kia Soul. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2019 Kia Soul has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.