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KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - KIA Kia Soul 2013 - 2015

recall information

Recall number
REC-005440
Campaign number
221040
Original published date

make and model information

Make
KIA
Model
Kia Soul
Year range
2013 - 2015
Affected units
380
Variant applicability
All variants within this model

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

Due to a manufacturing issue, the Airbag Control Unit may not deploy the front airbags in the event of a crash.

What are the hazards?

In the event of an accident an airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

What should consumers do?

Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the Airbag Control Unit software updated free of charge.
Supplier details
KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact name
KIA Customer Care
Contact phone
131 542
Contact email
customer_service@kia.com.au
Contact website

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type