2.1

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
74,440 miles

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problem #5

Jul 172025

Soul

  • 97,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V031000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated the vehicle was consuming one quart of oil every 2-3 days. The oil warning light was illuminated with an abnormal clacking sound coming from the engine. The dealer was contacted and claimed that the vehicle was repaired. The contact sought confirmation from the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure and stated that the spark plug was fractured and was not properly installed. The contact was informed that the engine was only running on 2 cylinders and was running at 1 PSI. The contact was also informed that there was fuel leaking from the exhaust pipe, causing failures with the fuel injectors. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Otis Orchards, WA, USA

problem #4

Oct 222023

Soul

  • 89,200 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal sound, the vehicle lost power and the engine became inoperable. The check engine and oil warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a faulty engine. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 89,200.

- Abington, MA, USA

problem #3

Sep 062023

Soul 4-cyl

  • 106,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The vehicle was restarted however, the failure reoccurred. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the alternator and determined that the catalytic converter was overheating. The alternator was replaced, but the independent mechanic declined to repair the catalytic converter. The contact was advised to consult with the dealer about the catalytic converter repair. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V120000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 106,000.

- Columbia, SC, USA

problem #2

Sep 012021

Soul

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the "low oil level" message displayed even though the engine oil had recently been changed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who serviced the engine for an oil consumption test. No additional information was available. The vehicle was retrieved but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who had replaced the engine. On another occasion while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to shake and vibrate with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer who diagnosed that the catalytic converter was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 80,000.

- Puyallup, WA, USA

problem #1

May 262020

Soul 4-cyl

  • miles
When driving my car 1 hour or more and turn off the car and turn on again my car and immediately turn on the ac my car engine shakes and turn off the motor. I left my car in the dealer when I buy the car in 4 times but nobody found the problem. So I feel fear for will have an accident. Please I need help. I have this problem since 2018.

- Odessa, TX, USA