NHTSA recall 20V-389 (20V389000)
power train recall reported July 2, 2020 - about 3,714 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V389000
- Also written as
- 20V-389
- Manufacturer number
- SC191
- Reported
- July 2, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~3,714
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle (EV) vehicles. The parking mechanism may become damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park 'P' before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. If the parking mechanism is damaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur when the gear shift lever is in the Park 'P' position and the parking brake is not applied.
Why it is dangerous
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit software, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC191.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-389 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.