Are there any recalls on the Kia Soul?
Currently, there have been at least 500,000 Kia and Hyundai vehicles that have been recalled for this problem. Many Kia vehicle owners are fed up with these engine problems occurring. The majority of these recalls have been with the Kia Soul. The first company recall was in 2015 and since then, there have been more than 300 fires reported.
Where did the 2015 Kia Soul Catch Fire?
Shelly Parks’ 2015 Kia Soul was among those not recalled. Parks says it caught fire as she drove near Columbus, Ohio, last summer. “We hear someone yell fire, and by the time we had noticed anything, there was fire coming from underneath the car,” Parks said.
Can a broken piston cause a Kia Soul to stall?
The piston damage can cause an engine to stall, which is extremely dangerous while driving. A broken connecting rod can also force a puncture in the engine block, letting engine oil escape, potentially contacting the exhaust, and increasing fire risk.
How to know if your Kia is on a recall?
If you drive a Kia vehicle, you should go to the Kia website to see if your car is on the recall list. All you have to do is type in your VIN number. The entire list will pop up so you can be aware that your car could potentially experience these awful engine problems.
Are there any recalls on the Kia Souls?
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Drivers continue to share stories of scary moments and narrow escapes as there are more reports of Kia Souls catching fire. New complaints led I-Team Investigator Jackie Callaway to ask why some vehicles weren’t included in the automaker’s past recalls for engine fire risks.
Shelly Parks’ 2015 Kia Soul was among those not recalled. Parks says it caught fire as she drove near Columbus, Ohio, last summer. “We hear someone yell fire, and by the time we had noticed anything, there was fire coming from underneath the car,” Parks said.
What do I need to know about the Hyundai and Kia settlement?
According to the plaintiffs’ motion for preliminary settlement approval submitted October 10, eligible individuals may be able to file claims for benefits that include reimbursement for certain out-of-pocket repairs and costs, a lifetime warranty extension, “goodwill” payments, rebates, and reimbursement for sold or traded-in cars.
Are there any recalls on the Kia Theta II?
Kia Theta II and Nu engine recall will allegedly prevent fires that occur without collisions. 1 2012-2013 Kia Sorento 2 2012-2015 Kia Forte 3 2012-2015 Kia Forte Koup 4 2011-2013 Kia Optima Hybrid 5 2014-2015 Kia Soul 6 2012 Kia Sportage