Kia Soul Recalled for Accelerator Pedal Issue
The 2014-2015 Kia Soul is being recalled in the U.S.
The Korean automaker is recalling 208,858 Soul compacts because the accelerator pedal may bend or break, resulting in problems accelerating the vehicle and increasing the likelihood of a crash or accident. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the company inspected two fractured accelerator pedals from the field last October and sent them to South Korea for evaluation.
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The North American arm for Kia eventually found a dozen warranty claims for the issue, but no accidents or injuries related to it have been reported. As part of the recall, which also effects the electric version of the Soul, Kia will add supporting rubber underneath the pedal stopper at no cost. Expect the recall to begin March 24.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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