REC-000779

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0 KIA SOUL

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Kia Motors Australia

Recall date: 1 April 2016

Defect

There is a possibility that during the manufacturing process of the vehicle the adhesive used to secure the steering pinion gear to the steering gear assembly had insufficient strength.

Hazard

The pinion gear may separate from the steering gear assembly causing loss of steering control and posing an accident hazard for the driver and other road users.

Remedy

Owners should contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment and have the steering rack inspected and rectified.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Kia Motors Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000779