| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2012 Kia Soul repairs by problem area
Engine (14%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (14%)
Suspension and Steering (7%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (42%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 130 repairs.
2012 Kia Soul body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (15%)
< $100 (77%)
Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch
164-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 89900 mi C $2000 |
Routine service LOF, brake service, rattle in rear on bumps. The rattle seemed to be related to the muffler. It was investigated and some minor work was done. Some improvement was made. Now it is back, same as before. |
| 30000 mi | Reoccuring water leak from top of backlite |
| 39000 mi | Steering wheel leather falling off |
| 42000 mi US $100 |
Water leak into interior primarily in the rear passenger seat area floor. Service Tech unable to determine the location of the leak. No repair completed. Still leaks during rainfall. |
| 35000 mi | Moisture in headlight. |
| 30000 mi | Drive side headlamp had moisture within glass. Dealer replaced under warranty. |
| 100000 mi US $89 |
Lost the right side windshield "A" pillar molding when getting an air blast from a tractor trailer. Got one online. Used black duct tape until part arrived to keep wind noise less noticeable. |
| 16000 mi US $110 |
Right windshield garnish blew off during strong headwind on freeway |
2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 48000 mi | Exterior trim panels on A-pillar were pulling away from body. Dealer replaced. |
| 23500 mi | Drivers seat squeaks. Seat track ordered, not fixed at this time. Drivers seat squeaks. Seat track ordered, not fixed at this time. |
2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 21500 mi | They had to replace the glove box. It rattled and would not close tightly. Replace glove box |
| Had a ding on hood when it was delivered. Dealer had PDR fix it the next week. |
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