NHTSA 22V096000 United States
Kia Soul recall: Air Bags:frontal
Official safety recall 22V096000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign22V096000
ComponentAir Bags:frontal
Report date2022-02-18
ManufacturerKia Motors America
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Soul | 2014 | United States |
The problem
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.
Front air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The official 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.