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2013 Kia Soul repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)

Other (4%)

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2013 Kia Soul body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

164-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

15000 mi Rattle coming from dashboard. 
17360 mi Front driver and passenger door handles had always felt rough and eventually the paint peeled off revealing plastic underneath and a sharp ridge that cut my hand. Door handles replaced under warranty 
27900 mi Paint had peeled off front door handles last year. Same problem with rear handles - both replaced.  
4000 mi During heavy rain water leaks through front, side drivers window and the roof. 
21080 mi Front left inner door handle finish chipped.rnReplaced part as per recall. 
13000 mi After a long discussion with the dealer, he admitted that the paint quality of the Kia Soul is in his words "soft" and that they have had other complaints. Same for glass quality of front windshield. He took pictures of the problem areas. 
20000 mi Dealer replaced drivers side inside door handle as chrome was peeling off. 
76000 mi Replace inside door handle (Drivers side.) 2nd replacement 
8600 mi Door still difficult to close 
6100 mi wheel nuts rusting on 2 wheels 

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2013 Kia Soul Body Problems

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