2013 KIA SOUL Recalls, Complaints and Investigations

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

2 Recalls for 2013 KIA SOUL

Recall Date	Component	Summary
2019-02-22	ENGINE \| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. High exhaust gas temperatures may damage the catalytic converter, possibly resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to one or more of the engine’s pistons and possible piston connecting rod failure. Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC176.
2014-12-29	STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles manufactured January 8, 2009, to October 2, 2013, equipped with a sun roof. A headliner plate may detach during deployment of the curtain air bag. Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install industrial adhesive strips to secure the headliner plates, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC112.

These are complaints about vehicles like yours and some can only be found here. Do they sound familiar?

1 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2013 KIA SOUL

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Date			Component
2018-10-18

329 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2013 KIA SOUL

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Date			Component
2019-11-28			STEERING ODI Number: 11282777
2021-05-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11415103
2021-05-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11414788
2020-06-25			STEERING ODI Number: 11330918
2021-04-14			ENGINE ODI Number: 11408041
2021-04-14			ENGINE ODI Number: 11408041
2021-03-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11404687
2021-03-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11403216
2021-03-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11399102
2021-03-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11399366
2021-02-27			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11398160
2021-03-01			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11398420
2021-03-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11398725
2021-02-19			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11397055
2021-02-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11396626
2016-10-14			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 10916121
2017-06-21			WHEELS ODI Number: 11000341
2017-05-20			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10990756
2017-05-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 10991941
2017-06-01			POWER TRAIN \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10992702
2017-06-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 10993204
2017-03-29			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10969227
2016-08-17			WHEELS ODI Number: 10896670
2016-08-12			SEAT BELTS \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10895408
2016-08-12			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SUSPENSION \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10895402
2016-08-12			STEERING ODI Number: 10895354
2017-01-23			POWER TRAIN \| SERVICE BRAKES \| STEERING ODI Number: 10947248
2021-01-29			STEERING ODI Number: 11390686
2021-02-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11395601
2021-02-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11395562
2021-01-26			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11389941
2021-01-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11390280
2021-01-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11389180
2021-01-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11387197
2021-01-04			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR \| STEERING ODI Number: 11386421
2021-01-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11386417
2021-01-02			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11386160
2020-12-04			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11377951
2020-12-12			STEERING ODI Number: 11383184
2020-12-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11383522
2020-12-17			STEERING ODI Number: 11383902
2020-12-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11378002
2020-12-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11383499
2020-12-10			STEERING ODI Number: 11382821
2020-11-30			ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11377055
2020-12-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11377368
2020-11-30			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11377130
2020-11-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11374229
2020-11-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11374809
2020-11-08			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11373687
2020-10-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11372443
2020-10-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11365188
2020-10-18			STEERING ODI Number: 11364892
2020-10-27			STEERING ODI Number: 11366767
2020-10-09			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11363529
2020-09-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11361399
2020-09-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11361388
2020-09-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11353123
2020-09-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11352564
2020-09-01			STEERING ODI Number: 11352495
2020-08-30			STEERING ODI Number: 11352152
2020-09-02			UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11352703
2020-08-28			STEERING ODI Number: 11351757
2020-08-19			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11350270
2020-08-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11348745
2020-08-20			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| STEERING ODI Number: 11350394
2020-08-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11350196
2020-08-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11343183
2020-08-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11342650
2020-08-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11343594
2020-08-03			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ODI Number: 11343004
2020-08-05			SERVICE BRAKES \| STEERING ODI Number: 11343546
2020-07-12			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11338842
2020-07-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11340660
2020-07-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11339893
2020-06-25			STEERING ODI Number: 11330918
2020-06-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11328877
2020-06-03			STEERING ODI Number: 11327167
2020-05-30			STEERING \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11326617
2020-06-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11327497
2020-04-22			ENGINE ODI Number: 11321950
2020-05-07			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11323750
2020-04-22			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11321922
2020-04-22			ENGINE ODI Number: 11321904
2020-05-15			STEERING ODI Number: 11324717
2020-04-24			SEAT BELTS \| SEATS \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11322205
2020-05-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11323440
2020-04-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11320349
2020-04-01			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11319998
2020-03-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11319446
2020-04-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11321378
2020-04-09			STEERING \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11320710
2020-04-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11321536
2020-03-23			STEERING ODI Number: 11319055
2020-03-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11316535
2020-03-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11316676
2020-03-19			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11318693
2020-03-09			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11317127
2020-03-02			STEERING ODI Number: 11315606
2020-02-07			STEERING ODI Number: 11307821
2020-02-09			STEERING ODI Number: 11308004
2020-02-18			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11309804
2020-02-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11309794
2020-02-19			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11310101
2020-02-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11308233
2020-02-03			STEERING ODI Number: 11306696
2020-01-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11299775
2019-12-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11290145
2019-12-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11290257
2019-12-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11287634
2019-12-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11288131
2019-11-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11282128
2019-11-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11281289
2019-11-13			ENGINE ODI Number: 11279805
2019-11-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11279623
2019-11-08			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11279080
2019-11-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11278315
2019-11-13			ENGINE ODI Number: 11279888
2019-11-06			STEERING ODI Number: 11278399
2019-10-22			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11270107
2019-10-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11271459
2019-10-22			STEERING ODI Number: 11270256
2019-10-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11270539
2019-10-21			STEERING ODI Number: 11269877
2019-08-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11245238
2019-08-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11245302
2019-08-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11244250
2019-08-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11244422
2019-08-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11242620
2019-08-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11241747
2019-07-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11234222
2019-10-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11267753
2019-10-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11268888
2019-10-17			STEERING ODI Number: 11269201
2019-09-25			STEERING ODI Number: 11257985
2019-10-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11266028
2019-09-26			STEERING ODI Number: 11258439
2019-09-20			STEERING ODI Number: 11256924
2019-09-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11257756
2019-09-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11255097
2019-08-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11252458
2019-05-13			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11207316
2019-05-15			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11207840
2019-05-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 11206944
2019-05-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11207093
2019-05-10			STEERING \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11206877
2019-05-22			STEERING ODI Number: 11209307
2019-05-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11205317
2019-04-29			ENGINE ODI Number: 11204521
2019-04-29			ENGINE ODI Number: 11204507
2019-04-30			STEERING ODI Number: 11204714
2019-04-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11204709
2019-04-29			ENGINE ODI Number: 11204492
2019-04-30			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11204684
2019-04-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11203766
2019-04-27			STEERING ODI Number: 11204096
2019-04-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11203739
2019-04-25			STEERING ODI Number: 11203735
2019-05-09			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ODI Number: 11206544
2019-04-24			STEERING ODI Number: 11203425
2019-04-20			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11202670
2019-04-22			STEERING ODI Number: 11203017
2019-04-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11203170
2019-04-01			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11193249
2019-04-03			ENGINE ODI Number: 11193555
2019-04-03			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11193553
2019-04-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11193860
2019-03-29			STEERING ODI Number: 11192541
2019-04-10			STEERING ODI Number: 11195483
2019-04-07			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11194486
2019-07-12			STEERING ODI Number: 11231257
2019-07-09			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11230579
2019-07-08			STEERING ODI Number: 11230185
2019-06-25			STEERING \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11222406
2019-06-27			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11223078
2019-06-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11222221
2019-06-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11221482
2019-06-25			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR ODI Number: 11222172
2019-06-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11221430
2019-06-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11222103
2019-06-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11222098
2019-06-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11220114
2019-06-12			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11219553
2019-06-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11219054
2019-06-17			ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| STEERING ODI Number: 11220774
2019-06-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11217807
2019-05-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11209661
2019-05-28			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11210402
2019-05-26			STEERING \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11210031
2019-01-28			STEERING ODI Number: 11172545
2019-02-02			STEERING ODI Number: 11173724
2019-02-02			STEERING ODI Number: 11173679
2019-01-26			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11172247
2019-02-02			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11173637
2019-01-17			ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL ODI Number: 11170550
2018-12-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11163325
2018-12-27			STEERING ODI Number: 11163660
2018-12-08			STEERING ODI Number: 11156955
2018-09-22			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11130771
2018-09-21			STEERING ODI Number: 11130602
2018-09-13			ENGINE ODI Number: 11129356
2018-09-14			STEERING ODI Number: 11129491
2018-09-21			STEERING ODI Number: 11130664
2018-09-07			STEERING ODI Number: 11128124
2018-09-06			STEERING ODI Number: 11124673
2018-08-20			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11121162
2018-08-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11120842
2018-05-19			STEERING ODI Number: 11096882
2018-05-07			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| STEERING ODI Number: 11092304
2018-05-07			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11092235
2019-03-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11191115
2019-03-22			STEERING ODI Number: 11191018
2019-03-20			STEERING ODI Number: 11190315
2019-03-26			ENGINE \| STRUCTURE:BODY \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11191723
2019-03-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11191206
2019-03-26			STEERING ODI Number: 11191546
2019-03-28			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11192140
2019-03-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11184645
2019-03-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11184628
2019-03-11			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR ODI Number: 11185737
2019-03-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11184912
2019-03-11			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11185989
2019-02-19			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11181166
2019-03-02			STEERING \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11183671
2019-03-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11184004
2019-02-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11183293
2019-02-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11183279
2019-02-28			STEERING ODI Number: 11183066
2019-03-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11183909
2019-03-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11183535
2019-02-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11183188
2019-03-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11183355
2019-03-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11184035
2019-02-12			STEERING ODI Number: 11176497
2019-02-12			STEERING ODI Number: 11176634
2019-02-11			STEERING ODI Number: 11176164
2019-02-13			STEERING ODI Number: 11179923
2018-04-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11083344
2018-04-03			STEERING ODI Number: 11083142
2018-03-22			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11080904
2018-03-21			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11080728
2018-03-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11075588
2018-02-23			STEERING ODI Number: 11074483
2018-02-19			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11073641
2018-11-26			ENGINE ODI Number: 11154095
2018-11-26			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STEERING ODI Number: 11154020
2018-12-01			STEERING ODI Number: 11155386
2018-11-16			STEERING ODI Number: 11152095
2018-10-30			STEERING ODI Number: 11144187
2018-11-09			STEERING ODI Number: 11150236
2018-10-18			ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11141192
2018-10-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11141168
2018-08-09			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11118851
2018-08-03			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11115650
2018-08-13			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11119715
2018-07-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11112510
2018-06-19			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11102648
2018-01-02			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. ODI Number: 11058133
2017-11-22			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11048101
2017-11-28			STEERING ODI Number: 11048842
2017-10-29			STEERING ODI Number: 11040905
2017-09-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11022423
2017-08-22			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11018769
2016-07-21			TIRES:TREAD/BELT ODI Number: 10887481
2016-07-02			SEAT BELTS \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10882261
2016-05-05			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 10863386
2016-05-16			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10865183
2016-04-27			AIR BAGS \| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) ODI Number: 10861762
2016-04-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10861885
2016-02-17			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL ODI Number: 10836676
2016-02-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 10823777
2015-11-23			VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ODI Number: 10806204
2015-11-24			STEERING ODI Number: 10806444
2015-11-24			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10806566
2015-10-20			STEERING ODI Number: 10783742
2015-08-26			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL ODI Number: 10759447
2015-07-30			STRUCTURE:BODY \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 10745084
2015-07-10			POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 10733190
2015-06-29			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 10731116
2015-06-10			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10724553
2015-05-21			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 10717884
2015-04-17			STRUCTURE \| VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10706368
2015-04-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 10713708
2015-03-30			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10702480
2015-03-21			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10700822
2015-03-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 10694088
2015-02-20			STRUCTURE ODI Number: 10689579
2015-02-22			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10689859
2015-01-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10679290
2014-12-15			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10664441
2014-11-13			STEERING ODI Number: 10654680
2014-11-19			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 10659308
2014-11-12			TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10654390
2014-10-28			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10650883
2014-09-04			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10630786
2014-09-02			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| STEERING ODI Number: 10630264
2014-07-04			STEERING ODI Number: 10608256
2014-06-25			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| INTERIOR LIGHTING \| STRUCTURE ODI Number: 10605256
2014-06-24			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10605698
2014-06-04			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10596227
2014-05-27			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10594247
2014-05-16			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT ODI Number: 10588798
2014-04-22			STEERING ODI Number: 10584218
2014-03-30			TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10575704
2014-03-27			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10575071
2014-02-07			LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES ODI Number: 10563423
2014-01-16			AIR BAGS \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10560216
2014-01-06			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10558634
2014-01-15			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10560123
2014-01-22			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10561029
2014-01-01			CHILD SEAT ODI Number: 10558106
2013-12-06			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10555115
2013-11-12			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10551899
2013-11-20			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10553062
2013-11-01			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10550499
2013-09-27			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10545701
2013-08-29			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10537912
2013-07-23			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10526393
2013-07-03			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10523056
2013-06-04			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10514982
2013-06-03			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10514820
2013-05-28			STEERING ODI Number: 10513853
2013-06-04			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10515045
2013-03-06			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10501470
2013-01-23			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10494499
2020-06-29			ENGINE ODI Number: 11331600
2019-07-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11232700
2018-06-21			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11103100
2018-05-28			STEERING ODI Number: 11098300

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102 Investigations for 2013 KIA SOUL

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
2019-03-29		UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
2019-03-29		SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:UNIT
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
2019-03-29		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
2019-03-29		ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2019-03-29		ENGINE
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
2019-03-29		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:UNIT
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
2018-08-21	2019-05-10	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Manufacturers tell dealers about repairs for on your car. But they won’t tell you – unless you know to ask. Knowledge is power.

153 Service Alerts for 2013 KIA SOUL

Date	Description
2022-05-25	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PITSTOP: DTC P0011/ P0014/ P0016/ P0017 DUE TO INCORRECT CAMSHAFT RELUCTOR WHEEL CONFIGURATION – This Pitstop provides information on some 2010-2013MY Soul (AM), 2014-2019MY Soul (PS), and 2020~MY Soul (SK3) vehicles equipped with the engin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-03-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-06	061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the owners of all 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (“GDI”) engines to protect the engine from excessive connectin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-01-06	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-01-06	061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-21	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-21	350000 EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-21	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-01-27	350000 EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-10-05	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-04	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-04	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-23	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-20	350000 EQUIPMENT PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is a renotification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them to have the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A performed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-20	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is a renotification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them to have the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A performed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-13	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-13	160000 STRUCTURE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-15	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485) – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM) system on some 2014-2016MY Soul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-15	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485) – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM) system on some 2014-2016MY Soul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-15	061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485) – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM) system on some 2014-2016MY Soul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-20	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is a renotification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them to have the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A performed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-23	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-20	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is a renotification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them to have the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A performed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-20	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is a renotification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them to have the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A performed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-06	350000 EQUIPMENT PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the owners of all 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (“GDI”) engines to protect the engine from excessive connectin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-06	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the owners of all 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (“GDI”) engines to protect the engine from excessive connectin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-02	350000 EQUIPMENT PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them of the updated warranty coverage for the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A. The coverage has been Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-02	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them of the updated warranty coverage for the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A. The coverage has been Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-15	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-09	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – 1.6L GDI KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2002A) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-15	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in January 2021 (PI2002A and PI2002B, August 2020) tit Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-25	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-30	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER – This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the product improvement (PI2002A). The warranty coverage information has been update Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-30	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO – This document is the notification to dealer Parts and Service Managers of the updated warranty coverage for the product improvement (PI2002A). Upon completion of this Pro Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-30	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO – This document is the notification to dealer principals of the updated warranty coverage for the product improvement (PI2002A). Upon completion of this Product Improvement Campaign, Kia w Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-06	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the owners of all 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (“GDI”) engines to protect the engine from excessive connectin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-02	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the notification to the 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicle owners advising them of the updated warranty coverage for the Product Improvement campaign PI2002A. The coverage has been Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-11	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-22	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION – NU/GAMMA ENGINES – This bulletin provides information on diagnosing and/or repairing some 2012-2019MY Soul (AM/PS) vehicles (refer to table below for applicable engine), which may exhi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-04	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-04	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-04	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-04	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-25	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-25	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-25	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-01-27	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-01-21	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – 1.6L GDI KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2002A) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-01-21	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – 1.6L GDI KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2002A) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-25	034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-25	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-31	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Communication to Kia Owners – IMPORTANT REMINDER OF ENGINE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGINE LONGEVITY – Kia Motors America, Inc. is sending this notice to remind you in detail of the oil and oil filter maintenance requirements provided i Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-31	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL Communication to Kia Owners – IMPORTANT REMINDER OF ENGINE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGINE LONGEVITY – Kia Motors America, Inc. is sending this notice to remind you in detail of the oil and oil filter maintenance requirements provided i Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-24	100000 POWER TRAIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: – TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-10-15	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TSB084_R3: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-21	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HALOGEN HEAD LAMP LOW BEAM BULB CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information regarding the procedure to repair the bulb connector on some 2010MY~ vehicles listed on the table below, which may exhibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-26	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-26	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-26	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-19	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER SERVICE MANAGER NOTICE (PI2002A) – This document is the notification to the Dealer Service Manager advising of a new a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-19	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTICE (PI2002A) – This document is the notification letter to the Dealer Principals advising them of the new Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Uni Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-20	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: TSB – KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2002) – This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection Sys Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-19	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (PI2002A) – This document contains questions and answers regarding the Product Improvement Campaign. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-31	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (PI2002A) – IMPORTANT NOTICE to customers – On February 21, 2020, Kia Motors America, Inc. notified you that it was conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to protect the engine fr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-21	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER (PI2002A) – This document is the owner notification letter advising of an important Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on all 2012-2016 MY Soul vehicles equipped Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-03	010000 STEERING REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM 2012-2013 MY Soul Vehicles Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupling Warranty Extension Program (WTY013) – If you have incurred expense to remedy this issue prior to the date of this notice, you may Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-03	015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM 2012-2013 MY Soul Vehicles Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupling Warranty Extension Program (WTY013) – If you have incurred expense to remedy this issue prior to the date of this notice, you may Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-03	010000 STEERING OWNER LETTER: Dear Kia Soul Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. takes pride in providing you with high quality and dependable vehicles. In order to maintain these standards, Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, to all ow Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-03	015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM OWNER LETTER: Dear Kia Soul Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. takes pride in providing you with high quality and dependable vehicles. In order to maintain these standards, Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, to all ow Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-30	010000 STEERING Q & A: 2012-2013 MY SOUL AND 2014 MY CADENZA VEHICLES MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING (MDPS) FLEXIBLE COUPLING KIA NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-30	010000 STEERING Attention: All Kia Parts & Service Managers – Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners of vehicles listed below for the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupling from 5-years/6 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-30	010000 STEERING Attention: All Dealer Principals – Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners of vehicles listed below for the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupling from 5-years/60,000-miles Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-29	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin is issued to provide information about the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some vehicles which might experience a â¿¿knockâ¿ noise originating from the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-29	016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin is issued to provide information about the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some vehicles which might experience a â¿¿knockâ¿ noise originating from the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-18	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all Kia vehicles equipped with Gasoline Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-03	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB – ECU UPGRADE ? DTC P0441 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT – This bulletin has been revised and is no longer a Service Action. bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software upgrade for some 2012-2016MY Rio (UB), 2014- Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-03	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TSB – ECU UPGRADE ? DTC P0441 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT – This bulletin has been revised and is no longer a Service Action. bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software upgrade for some 2012-2016MY Rio (UB), 2014- Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-10-19	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP: CYLINDER HEAD STEEL BALL INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION – This Pitstop provides information regarding the inspection and installation of the steel sealing ball on: * 3.3L & 3.8L Lambda engines for 2007-2008MY Sorento (BL), * 2.0L Nu e Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-10-19	060000 ENGINE (PWS) PITSTOP: CYLINDER HEAD STEEL BALL INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION – This Pitstop provides information regarding the inspection and installation of the steel sealing ball on: * 3.3L & 3.8L Lambda engines for 2007-2008MY Sorento (BL), * 2.0L Nu e Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-02	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PITSTOP – ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES – In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-16	106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT TSB – DRIVESHAFT SERVICEABILITY – This bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for Kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-11-20	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB – IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-06-27	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION – When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-02-16	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: ECU UPGRADE ? DTC P0441 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA280) – This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software upgrade for some 2012-2016MY Rio (UB), 2014-2016 Soul (PS), and 2012- Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-22	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-04-15	162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL FOR HOOD RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL – This bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new Special Service Tool (SST) (A) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (B) from being damaged Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-04-15	176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL FOR HOOD RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL – This bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new Special Service Tool (SST) (A) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (B) from being damaged Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-11	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-11	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-11	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-19	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS – A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-19	073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS – A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-22	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? DTC P0741 – This bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the Damper Clutch (D/C) Solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with DTC P0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-21	130000 VISIBILITY TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING – Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-21	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING – Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-01-25	100000 POWER TRAIN TSB: AXLE SHAFT SERVICEABILITY BY MODEL – THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN REVISED. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING AXLE SHAFT SERVICEABILITY FOR KIA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. REFER TO THE TABLE BELOW FOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-11-21	170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PITSTOP: AUTO DOOR LOCK OPERATION – ON ALL 2012 AND 2013 SOUL VEHICLES, THE AUTO DOOR LOCK FEATURE FUNCTIONS IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-11-21	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP: AUTO DOOR LOCK OPERATION – ON ALL 2012 AND 2013 SOUL VEHICLES, THE AUTO DOOR LOCK FEATURE FUNCTIONS IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-09-04	113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY PITSTOP: REMOTE START SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC HOTLINE – When diagnosing remote start systems, refer to the table shown in this article for detailed information on applicable models, model year and system supplier; along with the applicable Hotlin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-05	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY PIT STOP: OCV DAMAGE WHEN INSTALLING ENGINE COVER – When re-installing the engine cover on vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GDI engine, make sure not to apply any downward pressure in the area around the Oil Control Valve (OCV) to prevent caus Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-05	060000 ENGINE (PWS) PIT STOP: OCV DAMAGE WHEN INSTALLING ENGINE COVER – When re-installing the engine cover on vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GDI engine, make sure not to apply any downward pressure in the area around the Oil Control Valve (OCV) to prevent caus Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-08	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION ? RIO, SOUL 1.6 GDI MIL ON WITH DTCS P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128 (SA152) – This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2012-2013MY Rio (UB) and some 2012-2013 Soul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-08	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION ? RIO, SOUL 1.6 GDI MIL ON WITH DTCS P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128 (SA152) – This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2012-2013MY Rio (UB) and some 2012-2013 Soul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-07-08	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – Rev 2 – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-05-29	100000 POWER TRAIN TSB: 6-SPEED A/T TRANSMISSION ADAPTIVE VALUES RESET/RELEARN – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE ECM/PCM. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-18	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL PITSTOP: MANUAL EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS TEST FOR HARD TO FIND/SMALL LEAKS – If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated with DTC(s) P0442, P0455, P0456, or P0457 (Evaporative Emissions System-Leak detected) and the evaporative (EVA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-18	354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-18	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-16	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECU UPGRADE – DTC P0441 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA280) – This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software upgrade for some 2012-2016MY Rio (UB), 2014-2016 Soul (PS), and 2012-2013MY Soul ( Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-16	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECU UPGRADE – DTC P0441 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA280) – This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software upgrade for some 2012-2016MY Rio (UB), 2014-2016 Soul (PS), and 2012-2013MY Soul ( Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-31	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION – This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-31	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION – This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-04	170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-04	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-01-11	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-05-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE KIA: NEW INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR VEHICLES EXPERIENCING THE ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP WITHIN THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SYSTEM WHICH SHOULD BE REP Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-22	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER. OVER TIME, SOME KIA VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIMITED APPLI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-22	130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS) TSB: WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER. OVER TIME, SOME KIA VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIMITED APPLI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-07-17	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO A CONTROLLER SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR 2012-13MY SOUL (AM) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JULY 11, 2011 TO JUNE 22, 2012, AND EQUIPP Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-07-17	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER TSB: SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO A CONTROLLER SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR 2012-13MY SOUL (AM) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JULY 11, 2011 TO JUNE 22, 2012, AND EQUIPP Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-10-19	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: KDS – AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) – THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-10-19	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: KDS – AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) – THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-11-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-11-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-01	010000 STEERING SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-12-01	251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-12-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-12-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-12-01	250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-11-01	171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-11-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-03-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM KIA: ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE HAS BEEN UPGRADED FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES EXPERIENCING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) THAT ILLUMINATES AND ECM NEEDS REPROGRAMMING WITH LATEST GDS DOWNLOAD. MODEL 2012-14 RIO, 2012-14 SOUL. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-03-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) KIA: ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE HAS BEEN UPGRADED FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES EXPERIENCING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) THAT ILLUMINATES AND ECM NEEDS REPROGRAMMING WITH LATEST GDS DOWNLOAD. MODEL 2012-14 RIO, 2012-14 SOUL. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-12-13	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: SERVICE ACTION: UVO SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SA140A). THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE 2013MY SOUL UVO SYSTEM. KIA IS REQUESTING THE COMPLETION OF THIS SERVICE ACTION ON ALL AFFECTED 2013MY SOUL VEHICLES PRIOR TO DELIVER Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-12-15	162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR SERVICE ACTION: INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE(S) INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SA205) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE(S) OF SOME 2013MY SOUL (AM) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM AUGUST 1, 2012 THROU Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-12-15	350000 EQUIPMENT SERVICE ACTION: INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE(S) INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SA205) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE(S) OF SOME 2013MY SOUL (AM) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM AUGUST 1, 2012 THROU Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-03	100000 POWER TRAIN TSB: 6-SPD. A/T ADAPTIVE VALUE RESET /RELEARN – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE PCM/TCM. AFTER THE ADAPTIVE VALUES A Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-12-20	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP: 2013 KIA SOUL CUSTOMER TIPS: IN AN EFFORT TO BETTER EDUCATE AND FAMILIARIZE CUSTOMERS ABOUT SOME OF THE FEATURES IN THEIR RECENTLY PURCHASED 2013 KIA VEHICLE, KIA MOTORS AMERICA WOULD LIKE ALL DEALERSHIP SERVICE PERSONNEL TO BE FAM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-09-30	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER – DESICCANT REPLACEMENT – IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. T Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-22	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PITSTOP: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ILLUMINATION ADJUSTMENT: THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS TO ADJUST THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ILLUMINATION. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-22	117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL PITSTOP: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ILLUMINATION ADJUSTMENT: THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS TO ADJUST THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ILLUMINATION. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-06-26	353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-06-26	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-07-01	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS KIA: AN ADDITIONAL APPLICATION OF ANTI-CORROSION PROTECTION WILL BE APPLIED ON SOME VEHICLES UNDERBODY COMPONENTS TO HELP PREVENT CORROSION. MODEL 2004-09 SPECTRA, 2006-10 OPTIMA, 2006-11 RIO 2007-1

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2 Recalls for 2013 KIA SOUL

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