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2014 Kia Soul repairs by problem area

Engine (13%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (30%)

Other (6%)

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2014 Kia Soul electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

36700 mi Loose battery connection and blown fuses 
4000 mi

US $150
Defective battery 
30000 mi Lights inside and outside the car sometimes start flashing when the car is off. Battery runs down. Has needed to be jumped over ten times. Replaced fuse box this time. Can't seem to find problem despite 42 days in the shop. 
30500 mi The problem was rust under the illuminated door sill. It was "telling" the car that the door was open and running the battery down. They cut the wires, reordered the kit, and redid the scuff plate. 
40000 mi Car lights worked but wouldn't start.Dealer went thru a parasitic drain test, and reset all the fuses in the fuse box. Could have been a rust issue in the door sill again.I have 2 2014 Kia Soul+'s one is perfect the other has had challenges 
2000 mi Blower motor electrical whine. Blower motor replaced. Ignition starter delay when turning key. Initially told it was not normal followed up a few days later by being told that it is normal. 

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2014 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

7000 mi AC had a smell problem. After internet research the most common response was mold. Dealer repaired problem. 
26700 mi mold smell returned to car. 
17000 mi Checked light switch. Connections were loose 

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2014 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

5200 mi bcm upgrade 

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2014 Kia Soul Electrical Problems

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