What is the most common problem with KIA Soul? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
Recent Kia Soul Problems
KIA SOUL (2014 – 2018) – The battery management system
KIA SOUL (2014-07-04 – 2018-11-12) RECALL: Problem description: On affected vehicles the battery management system may not detect a battery cell abnormality within the high-voltage battery pack
KIA SOUL (2013 – 2018) – The park mechanism might fail
KIA SOUL PS EV (2013-11-26 – 2018-11-12) RECALL: Problem description: The park mechanism within the Gear Drive Unit (GDU) might fail to engage when ?Park? is selected?
KIA SOUL (2013 – 2014) – THE FRONT IMPACT SENSORS
KIA SOUL (01/07/2013 – 30/06/2014) RECALL: Problem description: In the event of a frontal collision the front impact sensors could become disconnected and the air bags may not activate as expected.
If you wish to know more about possible problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Kia Owners’ Reviews.
Latest EU Rapex Kia Soul Problems
- Kia Soul (2010 – 2013)on 12/01/2025
Due to a brake fluid leak, an electrical short circuit can occur during vehicle operation. This can cause an electrical overload in the ABS module, leading the […]
- Kia Soul (2023)on 31/08/2024
A manufacturing fault can lead to the accidental deployment of the side-curtain airbag, creating a risk of injury to the occupants. The Kia Soul vehicles […]
- Kia Soul EV (2014 – 2018)on 05/05/2024
The battery management system (BMS) might not detect an abnormal voltage in the battery cells before an electrical short circuit occurs. This could lead to an […]
Currently 7104 Recalls