Kia Soul Ps Ev recall: The park mechanism within the Gear Drive Unit (GDU) might fail to engage when Park is selected
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The park mechanism within the Gear Drive Unit (GDU) might fail to engage when �Park� is selected�
- What to do
- Contact a Kia dealer to book the free repair. Upgrade the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) for automatic activation when the gear shift lever is moved to the Park position. This will prevent unintended vehicle movement or rolling away when…
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The park mechanism within the Gear Drive Unit (GDU) might fail to engage when �Park� is selected�
The fix
Upgrade the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) for automatic activation when the gear shift lever is moved to the Park position. This will prevent unintended vehicle movement or rolling away when parked in case of transmission pawl failure.�
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soul Ps Ev | 26 Nov 2013 | 12 Nov 2018 | 975 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 16 February 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.