NHTSA (USA)High Risk
2015–2016 KIA SOULNHTSA Campaign #20V389000
The official notice
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle (EV) vehicles. The parking mechanism may become damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park 'P' before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. If the parking mechanism is damaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur when the gear shift lever is in the Park 'P' position and the parking brake is not applied.
Safety Risk
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit software, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC191.
3,714 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SC191Updated June 10, 2026