The problem
Kia is recalling certain model year 2010 soul and model year 2011 sorento vehicles manufactured from September 7, 2009 through July 30, 2010. A limited number of wiring harnesses supplied by jci and used for the lighting in the Kia soul vehicle's advanced lighting speakers, located in the front door trim panels, and the Kia sorento vehicle's interior accent illumination, located in the front and rear door trim panels, May have been improperly soldered.
The risk
When the lights are illuminated under certain conditions, an electrical short May occur that can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the wiring harnesses for the lights in the Kia soul vehicle's advanced lighting speakers, and the wiring harness for the Kia sorento vehicle's interior accent illumination. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on September 13, 2010. Owners May contact Kia consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 10V-388 (10V388000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SC083 |
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring |
| Report date | August 31, 2010 |
| Owners notified | September 13, 2010 |
| Vehicles affected | 35,185 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 10V-388 repair free?
Yes. Kia dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the wiring harnesses for the lights in the Kia soul vehicle's advanced lighting speakers, and the wiring harness for the Kia sorento vehicle's interior accent illumination. This service will be performed free of charge.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 35,185 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.