Kia Soul recall: Damage can occur in the air bag control unit
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Damage can occur within the vehicles Air Bag Control unit causing the warning light to be displayed and the Air Bag system deactivated.
- What to do
- Contact a Kia dealer to book the free repair. Inspect the vehicles if the Air Bag warning light is already illuminated replace the control unit. If it is not update the software in the unit.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Damage can occur within the vehicles Air Bag Control unit causing the warning light to be displayed and the Air Bag system deactivated.
The fix
Inspect the vehicles if the Air Bag warning light is already illuminated replace the control unit. If it is not update the software in the unit.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soul | 16 May 2016 | 18 Dec 2020 | 3,803 |
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 11 April 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.