NHTSA recall 17V-608 (17V608000)
steering recall reported September 29, 2017 - about 342,381 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V608000
- Also written as
- 17V-608
- Manufacturer number
- SC155
- Reported
- September 29, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~342,381
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV vehicles. The pinion plug may allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear assembly.
Why it is dangerous
If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under this campaign.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-608 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.