NHTSA recall 23V-218 (23V218000)
electrical system recall reported March 29, 2023 - about 2,689 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V218000
- Also written as
- 23V-218
- Manufacturer number
- SC267
- Reported
- March 29, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,689
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Soul EV vehicles equipped with an E400 battery. The high-voltage battery pack may experience an electrical short-circuit while driving.
Why it is dangerous
A battery electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will update and/or replace the battery management system and software, as necessary, free of charge. The new software will illuminate the EV warning light, limit charging capacity, and reduce vehicle power if abnormal voltage is detected. If this occurs, the battery will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC267.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-218 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.