Kia Soul: Damage Can Occur In The Air Bag Control Unit

Recall Summary Kia is recalling 3,803 Soul vehicles because the Air Bag Control unit can become damaged, which disables the air bag system and triggers a warning light. Owners with an illuminated air bag warning light will need the control unit replaced, while those without the warning light will need a software update.

Recalling firm
KIA
Product
Vehicles: KIA SOUL. Units affected: 3,803
Reason
Damage can occur within the vehicles Air Bag Control unit causing the warning light to be displayed and the Air Bag system deactivated. Remedy: 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.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2022-04-11
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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