NHTSA 14V822000 United States
Kia Soul recall: Structure:body:roof And Pillars
Official safety recall 14V822000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign14V822000
ComponentStructure:body:roof And Pillars
Report date2014-12-29
ManufacturerKia Motors America
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Soul | 2011 | United States |
| Kia Soul | 2012 | United States |
| Kia Soul | 2013 | United States |
The problem
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles manufactured January 8, 2009, to October 2, 2013, equipped with a sun roof. A headliner plate may detach during deployment of the curtain air bag.
A detached headliner plate may increase the risk of injury to the occupant during a vehicle crash.
The official remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install industrial adhesive strips to secure the headliner plates, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC112.