Kia recalls Soul models in U.S. for second time
The 2014 Kia Soul is displayed at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. A recall affects the Soul and Soul EV from the 2014 to 2016 model years.
(John Minchillo / Associated Press)
Kia Motors Corp. is recalling 342,381 vehicles in the U.S. for a second time because the first repair may not have solved a steering defect.
The recall affects the Soul and Soul EV from the 2014 to 2016 model years.
Kia says a pinion plug may not be properly secured, which could allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering assembly. If that happens, steering function can be lost.
The company says some vehicles may not have been properly repaired in previous recalls. It couldn’t say how many vehicles are affected outside the U.S.
Kia will notify owners starting next month. Dealers will repair the vehicles for free.
