Recall 14V822 affects 95,314 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles with sun roofs because a headliner plate can detach. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
Kia is recalling 95,314 2010-2013 Soul vehicles equipped with a sun roof because a headliner plate can detach when the curtain air bag deploys. In a crash, that loose plate increases injury risk for an occupant, and Kia dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The headliner is the finished roof trim above the seats in the 2010-2013 Kia Soul. On Souls equipped with a sunroof, a headliner plate sits in that roof area and helps the trim stay in place around the opening. The curtain air bag deploys from the upper side of the cabin during certain side impacts or rollovers.
In affected Souls, the headliner plate is at risk of coming loose when the curtain air bag deploys. That means a trim support part in the roof area does not stay secured during the same moment the air bag needs a clear deployment path. The recall information does not identify a deeper material or supplier cause.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue appears during a crash event that deploys the curtain air bag, so normal driving does not give the owner a useful symptom to watch for.
Who's affected?
Spans 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 Soul model years with the same body-structure component.
| 2013 Kia Soul | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2012 Kia Soul | body structure |
| 2011 Kia Soul | body structure |
| 2010 Kia Soul | body structure |
| Units affected | 95,314 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached headliner plate can increase the risk of injury to an occupant during a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer to secure the headliner plates. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2013 Kia Soul is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the free adhesive-strip repair that secures the headliner plates for curtain air bag deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Kia mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V822 when you call.
- Call Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 with questions and reference Kia recall SC112.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kia technician installs industrial adhesive strips to secure the headliner plates so they stay in place during curtain air bag deployment. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you've already paid out of pocket for this headliner plate repair before the recall notice, Kia's General Reimbursement Plan covers documented repair expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the Kia service desk so the dealer can tell you how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 29, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 26, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| January 29, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 2, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 13, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V822?
Recall 14V822 covers 95,314 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with a sun roof. A headliner plate can detach during curtain air bag deployment and increase injury risk to an occupant in a crash. Kia dealers secure the plates for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2013 Kia Soul is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Soul is included in recall 14V822. If it is, contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the headliner plate repair. Reference recall number 14V822 and Kia recall number SC112 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kia dealers install industrial adhesive strips to secure the headliner plates free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Kia dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury during a crash. If the headliner plate detaches while the curtain air bag deploys, it can strike or interfere with an occupant and raise injury risk. The dealer repair secures the headliner plates with industrial adhesive strips.
What if I bought my Kia Soul used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2010-2013 Kia Soul is included, then call a Kia dealer and reference recall 14V822.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V822000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V822 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V822000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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