NHTSA Recall 22V096000: Software (air bags) and air bags: frontal
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 128,280 vehicles. It affects 2014 Kia Soul.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V096000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC229 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | February 18, 2022 |
| Owner notification | April 4, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014 Soul vehicles. The front air bags may not deploy during a crash if the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) loses communication with the front impact sensors.
Safety risk
Front air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ACU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC229.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V096000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Soul | 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.