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Kia Soul repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (37%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 685 repairs.
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Kia Soul repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 357 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2021 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 201hp 1.6L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD

Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Feb 2021 - Jul 2022
May 2021

1000 mi
Manual keylock on driver's door would not work. They adjusted the linkage. 

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2020 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

201-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

14880 mi
Compressor needed replacement. Under warranty. 

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2020 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

147-horsepower 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Kia Soul in Maine, United States
May 2021 - May 2022
Feb 2022

23000 mi
Transmission failed, without warning, during a road trip 1200 miles from home. It was running fine, then had RPM surges for about 1 minute, then had no power. Kia did pay to have it towed to the nearest dealership and then transported back to the dealership closest to me when it was complete. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Feb 2022

17000 mi
PCV valve replacement 

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2020 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

Kia Soul in North Carolina, United States
Jan 2021 - Feb 2022
Feb 2022

3850 mi
Install software to monitor for potential piston ring noise. 

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2018 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 201hp 1.6L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD

Kia Soul in New York, United States
May 2018 - Jun 2021
Aug 2018

1000 mi
Key stopped working 
Sep 2018

2000 mi
Complained about rough idle, dealer said is normal 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

16201 mi
Dash brake lamp lights, but handbrake is not engaged. Dealer visually checked other braking system components, all looks OK. I suspect it's a bad sensor (switch) in the handbrake. Dealer wants me to leave car for a day. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Jun 2018 - Nov 2023
Jun 2022

11300 mi
rear strut replaced 

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2018 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jun 2018 - Jun 2022
Jul 2020

11325 mi
master brake cylinder had internal leak, pedal would sink to floor with steady pressure applied. Dealer replaced master cylinder under warranty. 
Jul 2021

19000 mi

US $120
Leaking rear shocks, replaced with Bilsteins #19268552 ordered from Rock auto. Work done at my shop was too much of a hassle to take to dealer. The easiest shocks to install ! 

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2018 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

109-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in British Columbia, Canada
May 2021 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021

24180 mi
The brake system was making noise. I believe it was a valve that meters the brake pedal action between regenerative braking and friction braking. It needed a special tool from Korea which caused the delay in the repair. 
Kia Soul in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2018 - Jun 2022
Jan 2020

21700 mi
Charger door getting stuck. Cleaned rails/tracks. 
May 2022

40920 mi
Some noise going over some speed bumps 

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2017 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

19840 mi

C $300
Adjustment and grinding of brake disks. 
Oct 2021

44640 mi

C $1500
Rear brakes needed to be replaced. 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Aug 2017 - Dec 2018
Jul 2017

6029 mi
Intermittent map light malfunction. Seems to only occur during cooler weather, so was not able to reproduce at the dealership. Nonetheless, replaced entire map light assembly under warranty. Update: it's been almost a year. Issue did not reoccur. Repair successful. 
Sep 2018

20265 mi
Visor mount was hanging loose; there was a screw missing. Screw added, which fixed the issue. May have been related to the last trip to the shop for reading light issue. 

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2017 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Feb 2021

50000 mi
camshaft position circuit performance-- I checked for power & ground at sensor & HA. Both replaced Sensor & cleared DTC, now working as designed. (note by tech who worked on car) 

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2017 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

109-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in Quebec, Canada
Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

9300 mi
OBD replacement under waranty 

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2016 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

34100 mi
Backup camera lense got foggy, wet and dirty on the inside. 
Nov 2021

89280 mi

C $100
Backup camera not working - replaced with Rydeen camera 
May 2022

97340 mi

C $200
Complete engine failure due to crankshaft bearings - known issue. Engine replaced under warranty - paid $200 for gaskets  and worn tie-rod. 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2016 - Jul 2022
Jan 2022

88000 mi

US $600
Coil Pack / service engine light was on 
Jul 2022

96000 mi

US $350
Fuel injectors needed cleaning after 96k miles. 
Kia Soul in Maryland, United States
Mar 2016 - Jul 2022
Jan 2018

13000 mi
Recall to inspect steering column. No problems found. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Aug 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

78000 mi

US $3344
Total failure of AC System, started at compressor clutch. Flywheel seized shortly after compressor seized due to faulty high pressure side sensor. Hole in condenser (blow out) caused by over pressure by seized compressor. Replaced Compressor, Condenser, Pressure Sensor, Harnesses 

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2016 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Mar 2016 - Dec 2022
Mar 2018

21000 mi
Loose connection resulting in intermittent failures. The vehicle wouldn't start (no power, not even to use power locks), or electronics would fail intermittently while driving (for example cruise control or radio would switch off on their own). 
Dec 2018

30000 mi

US $350
Front pads were totally worn (to the backing metal) after less than 30,000 miles. Uneven wear (inner pads were totally worn, while outer pads were ~4mm thick). 
Jun 2021

54000 mi

US $25
Faulty brake pedal switch. 
Dec 2021

58000 mi

US $50
Replaced faulty brake pedal switch 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
Jun 2021

60000 mi

US $1400
Replace catalytic converters ... 
Jan 2022

65800 mi

US $400
Oil leak .. 

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2016 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

109-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in California, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017

21000 mi
Replace on-board charger 
Jan 2018

23000 mi
Heater blowing cold air. Replaced temperature sensor. Problem still happens. 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2015 - Dec 2018
Jan 2016

225 mi
Right after delivery, noticed that car has significant rattle in ceiling, near front of sunroof. The dealer could NOT fix - it continues to significantly detract from the enjoyment of the car! Also, when passenger seat empty (which it wasn't in test drives), heard major seat mount rattle - seems that seat wasn't securely mounted! This issues WAS addressed, and seems to be OK now. 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Jan 2021 - Feb 2022
Feb 2022

75000 mi
EV Battery is due for warranty replacement, but Battery Management System readings fluctuated 10% in a single week, so battery was 0.4% above the minimum acceptable score to avoid a warranty replacement. 

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2016 Kia Soul 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Kia Soul in Florida, United States
May 2016 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017

47000 mi

US $212
Replace pads 
May 2018

93000 mi

US $110
I had a bad cell in the battery and replaced the battery 

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2015 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Oct 2015 - Jul 2018
Oct 2015

8000 mi
On right turns a low grinding sound it stopped making the noise. may have just been something that needed to be worked out 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Feb 2016 - Mar 2018
Feb 2016

9000 mi
Steering wheel was not centered, and front tires were cupping. The dealer fixed the tow issue, but the steering wheel still was not centered. I wound up making the adjustments myself at the tie rod ends. 
Aug 2016

17000 mi
Battery failed suddenly - opened circuit internally. 
Jul 2017

28000 mi

US $140
Battery tested weak when the car was brought into the shop for oil change and general maintenance. I had noticed the lights seemed a bit dimmer than usual with the engine not running. 
Dec 2017

32500 mi
Recall to install set screw to prevent loss of steering 
Mar 2018

34000 mi

US $175
Grinding noise when applying brakes 
Kia Soul in Nova Scotia, Canada
Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

16740 mi
Battery wasn't holding charge properly. Had it replaced at 50% cost to us. 
Sep 2017

19840 mi

C $575
At only 32000 Km, had to have front rotors and pads replaced. Apparently worn down to approx 2 MM (pads) 
Jan 2018

22940 mi
Manufacturer recall for Pinion plug in steering mechanism. 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Jan 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

3000 mi
Radio amp bad 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Feb 2015 - Mar 2018
May 2015 Replaced faulty navigation/radio system. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Oct 2014 - Jun 2016
Aug 2015

11300 mi
black paint over the drivers door is bubbling The leather on the drivers seat is flaking.. It seems to be cause by the seat belt rubbing on it. 
Kia Soul in South Carolina, United States
May 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2017

37000 mi
Faulty gas cap caused check engine light, and it took 2 days to diagnose and replace (warranty) 
Nov 2017

39000 mi
Heater fan working only on high. Replaced resistor at fan control. 
Kia Soul in British Columbia, Canada
Apr 2015 - Feb 2019
Aug 2015

3900 mi
Seems the rear right px seatback is not adjusted properly and rattles over bumps and with body flex Right front door strap bolt loose so when door opens the metal strap would not catch the door, would slide and would clunk as the strap hit the end of the bolt. 
Sep 2015

5580 mi
Seat actually had something internally loose which was causing the rattle. Right rear seat back swapped from another new car, all good now, no noises after 1000Km. Sept 2017: Never a hint of a rattle now been 2 years since repair. 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Jun 2015 - Jul 2022
Dec 2015

6000 mi
Rear suspension making noise 
May 2018

29000 mi
Steering recall 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

47000 mi
Check engine light on. Dealer replaced valve free under warranty. Check engine light off after. 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2022
Jul 2018

39000 mi
Factory recall 
Nov 2021

51000 mi

US $470
Ball joint replacement 
Kia Soul in Arizona, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

39000 mi
4 Kias so far around 400k miles combined and this is the 1st one that needed anything ! Lift gate latch (electric) failed . Replaced under warranty with a total wash job . 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Feb 2017 - Jul 2022
Jul 2018

24000 mi
Factory recall 
Jul 2022

60000 mi

US $480
The miles remaining was way incorrect. Fuel gage started showing empty. Need fuel light blinking. Check engine light was on. Replaced gasoline cap which seems to have solved the problem. Upper left ball joint replaced -- oops this was done at repair shop other than dealer 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Jan 2015 - Apr 2023
Apr 2017

8000 mi

US $160
replaced OE dead battery; lasted only 2 years; 8k miles! 
Mar 2018

12000 mi
Replacement battery from 2017 lasted less than 1 year!! 
Mar 2021

20000 mi
ECU recall 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Sep 2016 - Jan 2022
Mar 2018

46000 mi
Drivers rear caliper leaking. Replaced under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2015 - Feb 2022
Mar 2018

31000 mi
The Passenger side,rear caliper was leaking. The dealer fixed it under warranty. 

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2015 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2015 - Sep 2019
Mar 2015

1000 mi
Updated computer software for airbags under TSB 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Jul 2015 - Jun 2019
Jun 2017

11000 mi
Low tire pressure light was stuck on.  

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2015 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Oregon, United States
Mar 2015 - Dec 2016
Aug 2015

1900 mi
XM/Sirius antenna interior connection loose and mount on roof leaking water. Connector reassembled and mount tightened down. 
Sep 2015

2000 mi
Sun visor post loose, discovered screw missing from assembly. Installed screw. 
Apr 2016

6300 mi
Headliner buzzing around front interior light; update: problem returned within 30 days 
Jun 2016

8000 mi
Buzzing from headliner surrounding front interior light 
Dec 2016

9000 mi
Buzzing from headliner never fixed. 
Kia Soul in Virginia, United States
Sep 2015 - Jul 2018
Feb 2018

43329 mi
check engine light on po441 evap tsb eng 164 replaced fuel tank evap purge pump 

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2015 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

109-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in California, United States
Apr 2015 - Oct 2017
Aug 2016

27100 mi
GPS head unit malfunctioning. iBAU unit malfunctioning, making odd noises, rough transition from regen to friction. 

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2014 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Nov 2015 - Dec 2016
Dec 2015

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. 
Jan 2016

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. 
Dec 2016

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 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2013 - Oct 2015
Feb 2015

4000 mi

US $150
Defective battery 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Apr 2014 - Dec 2017
Apr 2017

16000 mi
replace and torque steering bolts 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jun 2014 - Jan 2017
Jun 2014

8000 mi
Driver said door did not unlock with key in pocket and pressing button on door. 
Jan 2017

30000 mi

US $190
Battery died 
Kia Soul in Arizona, United States
Mar 2014 - May 2018
Jul 2016

36700 mi
Loose battery connection and blown fuses 
Kia Soul in Virginia, United States
Jan 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2014

2000 mi
Blower motor electrical whine. Blower motor replaced. Front seat fabric wearing prematurely - fabric was bunching up along top of seat cushion. Fabric was resecured to the seat. 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. 
Jul 2014

4500 mi
Automatic shifting from second to third gear yields a loss in power and hesitation. Excessive wind noise at highway speeds between 50 and 70mph. Driver's-side door only; passenger side does not exhibit this problem. 
May 2015

15000 mi
Installed additional weather stripping along driver's-side door using self-stick weather stripping. 
Jun 2015

16000 mi

US $200
Excessive wind noise still occurring on driver's side at and above 55MPH. Noise does not occur on passenger-side of vehicle. Additional weatherstripping installed to no avail. 
Aug 2015

17100 mi
Replaced window seal has now created a window rattle that did not exist previously. 
Mar 2016

22000 mi
Crunching/grinding noise emanating from suspension areas. 
Jun 2016

24000 mi
Rattles coming from steering column. Two inch circular plastic piece fell into driver footwell while driving. Origin unknown. 
Aug 2016

25400 mi
Grinding and crunching noises emanating from front and rear undercarriage. Dealer retorqued loose suspension nuts and bolts. Repair was not successful as noise is still present. 
Mar 2017

33000 mi
Axle hub nuts were replaced under recall. 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Mar 2016 - Mar 2017
Jan 2017

40000 mi
We've had a ton of issues that no one at Ed Voyles Kia could ever diagnose. One minute its the gas cap, the next minute they tell us that cant possibly be a problem and it must be something else... which they also can figure out. Car also had a problem where with the car in park, the push button start wouldn't work. You had to shift the car to drive (while it was still off) then shift it back into park, and then it might start. We just traded this car in. 
Kia Soul in Oklahoma, United States
Mar 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2014

9000 mi
hesitation on take-off, no code and no duplication at dealer so there was no repair. 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Apr 2014 - Mar 2018
Apr 2017

11000 mi
steering bolts replaced under guarantee 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Feb 2017 - Jul 2022
Apr 2017

4168 mi
Driver's side headlight was replaced under warranty. There were dried condensation marks on the inside of the headlight lens. 
Sep 2017

7000 mi
Whistling sound between 50-60 mph 
Nov 2017

8000 mi
Whistling sound from 50-70 mph. Found that noise coming from gap between hood and bumper. Removed front fascia below Kia emblem; noise persisted. Replaced rubber seal behind latch; noise persisted. Put foam cushion under radiator cover to push up on it; noise persisted. Managed to fix problem by adjusting a few screws in the bumper as well radiator cover. Clear coat from two rims were bubbling and starting to dissipate. 
Oct 2021

33586 mi

US $108
One shock was leaking fluid. Replaced both. 
Nov 2021

33000 mi

US $21
Strut was no longer holding up hatch door. Replaced both. 
Jul 2022

38900 mi

US $80
Replaced hood and tailgate lift struts. 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2021 - Jul 2022
Aug 2021

121000 mi
Replace master cylinder 
Jul 2022

137000 mi

US $324
Noise from the front end. Both sway bars links replaced, problem resolved. 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Dec 2014 - Feb 2018
Dec 2017

45000 mi
Another recall for suspension issue. Also dealing with squeaking during cold temperatures whenever going over any bumps. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2017 - Jun 2022
Nov 2017

33000 mi

US $320
Went from NO symptoms when got oil change. Was told need full front brake job for estimated $800! "Very bad! Dangerous..can't Turn rotors." Angered at this, I asked to see Service Manager, who then talked to Gen. Mgr. , who lowered price to $300! 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Oct 2014 - Jan 2018
Dec 2017

57750 mi
A shield strip under the left front quarter panel broke loose. Dealer removed the damaged portion, pronounced it good to go and we went! 

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2014 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Jan 2014 - Sep 2017
Mar 2014

1000 mi
The shifting lever would not move. They replaced the shifter knob. It works OK now. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Feb 2014 - Apr 2017
Sep 2015

17000 mi
Checked light switch. Connections were loose 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
May 2014 - Jun 2022
Jan 2015

7000 mi
AC had a smell problem. After internet research the most common response was mold. Dealer repaired problem. 
Apr 2015

11000 mi
mold smell returned to car. 
Jun 2022

105000 mi

US $600
catalytic converter needed to be replaced 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
May 2014 - Jul 2018
Jul 2017

36000 mi

US $302
Replaced front brake pads and turned rotors 
Kia Soul in Missouri, United States
Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

99800 mi
Engine failure, long block replacement. 

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2014 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in New York, United States
Dec 2013 - Mar 2016
Apr 2015

28000 mi
Canister purge valve. 
Kia Soul in Connecticut, United States
Nov 2013 - Jul 2022
Oct 2014

5200 mi
bcm upgrade 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Feb 2014 - Jan 2017
Aug 2014

9300 mi
Had to replace an entire side light assembly on passenger side of car. It was full of moisture. 
Sep 2014

12000 mi
Severe rattle in the dash. Right side near windshield. They could not fix it. Have to take it back and leave it. They have to remove the whole dash. Driver door lock sticks. Engine bogs or hesitates at take off in lower gears as accelerator is pressed hard. 
May 2015

22000 mi
Rattle in upper right dash. Near window. After 2 trips. Still not repaired!!! 
Jul 2015

23000 mi
We will see if the rettle has been successfully repaired. 
Aug 2015

24700 mi
Same rattle in upper right dash. Kept car 18 days. Rattle came back five days later, in early August. back with me.Complained to KIA motors. A Tech rep is to get back and set up a meeting. 
Sep 2016

44000 mi
Rattles fixed. 

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2013 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Idaho, United States
Jun 2013 - Oct 2016
Jul 2013

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. 
Jan 2014 Dealer replaced drivers side inside door handle as chrome was peeling off. 
Sep 2016

76000 mi
Replace inside door handle (Drivers side.) 2nd replacement 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2013
Feb 2013

6600 mi
had to replace the ECO on/off switch on the dash 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Aug 2012 - Jun 2022
Dec 2012

6000 mi
Front passenger door didnt close easily upgraded bluetooth system 
Feb 2013

8600 mi
since upgrade of blue tooth software dialing system does not work properly (though it did previously) Door still difficult to close 
May 2017

55000 mi
Intermittent failure in back-up camera. Dealer replaced camera under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Quebec, Canada
Jul 2013 - Jul 2017
Jan 2016 Clicking, metallic noise coming from rear of vehicle. Dealer replaced both left and right rear shock absorbers. Noise gone. 
Feb 2016

21080 mi
Front left inner door handle finish chipped.rnReplaced part as per recall. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Oct 2013 - Nov 2013
Nov 2013

4000 mi
During heavy rain water leaks through front, side drivers window and the roof. 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

45000 mi
Replace leaking on oil pan gasket. 
Jan 2017

29800 mi

US $685
I could not get my car out of park. ESC, EPS and check engine light came one. Needed to have car towed to dealer. They replaced brake switch, but would not cover it under warranty. Also had a low fuel level code, at same time. wire fix. 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Dec 2013 - Mar 2014
Mar 2014

29000 mi
Vehicle would pull hard left or hard right 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Aug 2012 - Dec 2017
Dec 2012

6000 mi
Phone charger outlet stopped working. Dealer fixed at no charge. 
Mar 2017

86000 mi
Head unit screen failure and backup camera was foggy. Dealer replaced both on warranty. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
Nov 2013

11000 mi

US $130
starter wire got pinched behind the air intake and after a while the rubber coating rubbed off, causing it to short out. 
Kia Soul in Alaska, United States
Oct 2012 - May 2016
May 2013

6100 mi
wheel nuts rusting on 2 wheels 
Nov 2014

15000 mi
Passenger side seat heater switch stuck in ON position 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2012 - Sep 2016
Sep 2015

18000 mi
backup camera replaced 
Kia Soul in Connecticut, United States
Feb 2013 - Apr 2020
Jun 2016

35000 mi
Replaced coils and spark plugs 
Kia Soul in Virginia, United States
Nov 2017 - Aug 2019
Jan 2018

71000 mi

US $500
replace front pads and rotors 
Kia Soul in Wisconsin, United States
Sep 2014 - Jan 2018
Dec 2016

52000 mi
Sensor in my transmission was out 
Jan 2018

72000 mi

US $30
Passenger side headlight went out. Had to change. 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Aug 2013 - Feb 2022
Jul 2019

30000 mi

US $1000
AC compressor was leaking oil and had to be replaced. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Nov 2012 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

133000 mi

US $250
Steering was clunking when turned. It needed a tiny $10 part, the rest was labor. 
May 2022

145000 mi

US $200
Coil pack went bad causing a misfire under acceleration, then all the time, a day or two after the first indication of trouble. 
Kia Soul in Colorado, United States
May 2014 - Oct 2019
Jun 2015

25000 mi
Timing chain tensioner had to be replaced. After repair, driver noticed that the same problems were occurring and took the car back in to be looked at. We believe it is now resolved, hopefully. 
May 2017

71000 mi

US $101
Replacement of brakes, pads and rotors 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Jun 2013 - Jul 2017
Jul 2017

39000 mi

US $160
replaced the battery 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Oct 2017 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018

49000 mi

US $200
Both front struts replaced due to bent strut. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2014 - Mar 2018
Sep 2015

14880 mi
Back up camera replaced 
Mar 2016

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 
Sep 2017

27900 mi
Paint had peeled off front door handles last year. Same problem with rear handles - both replaced.  
Kia Soul in Arizona, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

64000 mi

US $107
Radiator fan started making noise, intermittent problem. Dealer can not replicate over 2 days thus stated no issue and returned car in same condition. 
May 2018

93000 mi

US $350
Radiator fan finally died. Required new fan assembly. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Aug 2015 - Jan 2018
Jun 2016

24000 mi
Check Engine light indicated camshaft position problem or oil control valve timing problem. 
Dec 2016

28000 mi
Check engine light came on again, recording the same code as previously addressed. Unable to identify specific issue, the replaced the entire engine, under warranty, no cost to owner. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2017
Dec 2014

15000 mi
Rattle coming from dashboard. 

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2013 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

164-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Jul 2016 - Jun 2022
Aug 2016

50000 mi
Key and car lost connection. We couldn't lock/unlock door nor turn on/off the car using the keyless remote entry. 
Kia Soul in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2022
Dec 2013

12000 mi
Oil light coming on when stopped and clutch in. Replaced oil pump? 

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2013 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Louisiana, United States
Jul 2012 - Sep 2015
Sep 2013

39000 mi
Brake switch causing cruise control to have problem. 

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2013 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Jul 2013 - Apr 2017
Dec 2014

32000 mi
Windshield cracked pulling out of my driveway. 
Apr 2017

72000 mi

US $340
Front brakes were on yellow. Replaced. 

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2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2012 - Apr 2016
Jul 2012

6324 mi
The check engine light led the dealer to replace one of four ignition coils under warranty. For a few weeks, there was and odd noise for a few seconds at start up. This went away slowly after repair. 
Mar 2014

40300 mi
Glove box light would not go off. Dealer replaced the glove box under warranty. Parts had to be ordered, so a second trip was required. 
May 2014

42160 mi
Back up camera failed. New camera ordered under warranty. Second trip needed as parts needed to be ordered. 
Nov 2015

86800 mi

C $118
Radio failed to save selected stations, clock time was incorrect and finally no sound. Repair cost was for diagnostic work only. Kia are replacing the radio no charge, as a goodwill jesture. 
Dec 2015

89280 mi

C $365
Fuel filler door failed to open at gas station. Finally popped open but no repeat. This happened twice before but months ago. Visit to dealer, lube was no help. Replacement needed at $365 tax in. All labour, only $61 in parts. Now 142000 km. 
Jan 2016

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. Call from dealer to advise me the Instrument cluster has failed! $1300 for replacement + $ 300 service. Total this trip $2000! End of the road for this vehicle. No more Kia for me. 
Mar 2016

96100 mi

C $600
Wobbling noise from front when going over small bumps. Recommended repair was to the replace the sway bar links. Also replaced a leaking PCV valve on the transmission. Handles like new and improved gas milage bonus. An OK repair at 155,000 km. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2012 - Jan 2015
Dec 2014

38000 mi
Instrument Cluster stopped working for all gauges. Dealership found cluster faulty, replaced with a new one, but found the odometer could not be programmed. Had to send out the new cluster to be programmed. Then the third trip fixed it. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Aug 2011 - Feb 2022
Nov 2014

17900 mi
Parking brake handle was not engaging the brake solidly. 
Jul 2016

24000 mi
Failing backup camera was replaced after intermittently not operating. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Sep 2012 - Mar 2014
Jun 2013

30000 mi
Reoccuring water leak from top of backlite 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013

8000 mi
Car would hesitate when you give it gas at a light, or turning also engine light came on. 1st time I took it in they couldn't find anything wrong. 2nd time the found a odd code in computer. It's still hesitates but not as bad 
Kia Soul in Tennessee, United States
Mar 2012 - Oct 2016
Apr 2012 Right front door speaker blew one week after I purchased the car. Hasn't been listening to it higher than an 8 in volume. Took to the dealer to check and they had to replace the speaker. 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Oct 2012 - Oct 2013
Jul 2013

50000 mi
Tire pressure monitor, sporadic notifications 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Sep 2013 - Jan 2022
Sep 2013

39000 mi
Steering wheel leather falling off 
Feb 2014

45800 mi

US $154
UVO radio no sound...Has display, clock keeps defaulting 
Apr 2015

63700 mi
Radio dead again...No output speakers! Called KIA to open a case, told to take it to the dealer. 
Jun 2015

66000 mi
Radio issue again...NTF now working? 
Nov 2015

69000 mi
Back-up camera (just grid) has no video! NTF working today...Camera cost $415 plus labor! This is a on going problem 
Dec 2015

70000 mi

US $125
Battery acting up, now will not start! Replaced Battery...No issues all is well! Still issues with back-up camera? 
Feb 2017

75000 mi

US $179
Open case with KIA for good will...No display back-up camera at times? Dealer and KIA refused any good will help...My serpentine belt replaced by Dealer, Oh they charge for replacing P.S. and A/C belts? Wow car only has one belt.. 
May 2017

76000 mi

US $200
Purchase a new camera...After trying to get some good will with KIA. Dealer was a joke over charged to replace (My belt) Serpentine! So now we have a back-up camera. 
Oct 2017

75000 mi

US $25
Back-up Camera working sometimes... 
Jun 2018

78000 mi

US $300
Air filter, Brakes all rusted...R & R all 
Kia Soul in Kentucky, United States
Nov 2012 - Nov 2016
Mar 2015

13000 mi

US $130
Battery would no longer hold a charge 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2011 - Jan 2022
Sep 2014

15000 mi
UVO upgrade 
Nov 2015

23000 mi
Backup camera failed. Dealer replaced camera. 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Apr 2014 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014

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. 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2011 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015

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. 
Apr 2018

168000 mi

US $1100
I purchased Kia struts and shocks on line approx $550. Indi shop installed for $559. This was before quick struts were available,e aftermarket. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Nov 2011 - Apr 2014
May 2013

16000 mi

US $110
Right windshield garnish blew off during strong headwind on freeway 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Oct 2011 - Apr 2022
Mar 2012

5000 mi
Popping sound when playing i-Pod through UVO ICE system. Dealer updated software. 
Dec 2014

35000 mi
Moisture in headlight. 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2011 - Jun 2022
Dec 2013

53000 mi
Backup camera failed. 
Sep 2017

128000 mi
Backup camera is failing. Replacement deferred due to cost. 
Oct 2017

128000 mi

US $50
Replaced both low beam headlight bulbs. Also replaced license plate bulbs. 
Jun 2022

192000 mi

US $75
Replaced low beam headlight bulbs 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Mar 2012 - Sep 2016
Sep 2014

30000 mi
Drive side headlamp had moisture within glass. Dealer replaced under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Arizona, United States
Jan 2012 - Jan 2015
Dec 2012

3000 mi
Battery would not charge, car could not be jumped after being idle for two months. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Dec 2011 - Jan 2017
Dec 2016

94000 mi

US $250
Had to reset the "adaptive driving" setting as car was shifting hard. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Mar 2012 - Jun 2022
Oct 2013

21300 mi
Dealer reflashed the computer to eliminate a potential HVAC issue with the firmware. Check engine light. Tech checked codes, confirmed a one-time misfire on one coil. Swapped coils between two cylinders to see if the problem recurred, and to tell if it was related to that coil pack, or the original cylinder with the error. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Aug 2015 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016

64000 mi

US $65
Left headlight out 
Mar 2017

81000 mi

US $210
pads replaced and rotors shaved. 
Kia Soul in Idaho, United States
Jan 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

120000 mi

US $100
Oil leak, pan gasket was resealed. Catalytic Converter was replaced due to the check engine light. 
Jan 2018

200000 mi

US $542
Timing cover was leaking oil 
Kia Soul in Connecticut, United States
Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

61580 mi

US $16
Replace passenger side rear brake light bulb. 
Mar 2018

63000 mi

US $32
Tire rotation. Had a second blown rear brake light (left side this time). Replaced all bulbs in left and right rear lights. Took about 20 minutes per side. 
May 2018

70500 mi

US $250
Rear camera (aka back-up camera) stopped functioning due to moisture leakage. I will be ordering camera from S. Korea because of better pricing ($225.00 vs. 418.00). 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2017 - Oct 2022
Jul 2017

85560 mi

C $5
Replaced rear driver side brake light bulb 
Aug 2017

91760 mi

C $60
Replaced serpentine belt. But intermittent battery warning light still flashes on during occasional hwy trips when give the car gas, same as prior to the repair indicating something else is part of the problem. 
Jan 2018

94240 mi

C $150
Parking brake seized and was stuck on which caused me to have to buy 2 new winter tires as it wore off all the tread on them just driving around the corner, not knowing what was wrong at that point in time 
Sep 2018

102920 mi

C $573
Alternator replaced 
Jun 2021

124620 mi

C $850
Brakes failed. Brake lines were rotted out and leaking. Replaced front brake lines. Replaced spark plugs and did oil change. 
Aug 2021

124000 mi

C $350
Replaced rear brake pads and rotors. Replaced seized rear left caliper. 
Nov 2021

126480 mi

C $2400
Brakes failed. Brake light came on. Rear brake lines rotted. Rear brake lines replaced. Front brake pads and rotors replaced. Front control arms starting to separate so replaced. Front left strut replaced due to broken spring/coil. 
Feb 2022

129580 mi

C $100
Front tie rod ends replaced due to vibration when driving 
Jul 2022

130200 mi

C $100
Front left caliper seized. Had to replace caliper and brake pad 
Sep 2022

130820 mi

C $50
Exhaust welded due to it leaking Front left caliper started to seize again 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Dec 2011 - Jun 2022
Sep 2017

96000 mi

US $500
Battery failed and once replaced, noticed the stereo system lost all audio. Removed and tested amplifier and head unit. Head unit has failed and new one estimated at $750. Replaced with aftermarket. 
Kia Soul in Alberta, Canada
Sep 2013 - Jun 2021
Jun 2016

30380 mi
Replace glove box under warranty due to wiring for light 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Aug 2013 - Jun 2022
Sep 2017

53000 mi

US $47
Engine code said failed camshaft sensor bank B. Replaced sensor. 
Jul 2019

78000 mi
The transmission was diagnosed defective after a complaint of being hard to shift into gear. Transmission was replaced under warranty. 
Aug 2019

78000 mi

US $145
After the transmission replacement reported earlier the transmission was still hard to shift into gear. Further diagnosis led the tech to determine that the problem was the shift cable.(that was what I thought it was all along). Replacing the cable fixed the issue. The only cost was for the part as they said the car had been tied up enough. 
Jan 2021

81000 mi

US $350
Right rear brake locked up when wife driving home from work. Towed to dealer to and discovered that the right real parking brake had rusted to the point of failure. Brake repaired as needed. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Jun 2012 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

58000 mi
As part of routine maintenance, mechanic said was burning some oil & to watch oil level. He said there was blue smoke when it started up. No dropping oil levels & I drove to Oregon & back.  
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2015 - Jul 2022
Jun 2016

95480 mi

C $107
Checked for oil leak at compressor. Found leak. Discharged system 134a refrigerant 
Jun 2017

99200 mi

C $30
Had to recharge ac system as it stopped working. Oil seal leaking on compressor shaft. 
Dec 2017

102300 mi

C $386
Backup camera would not work. Replaced sensor behind catalytic converter. Code went away 
Mar 2018

105400 mi
Battery failed totally 15% charge when tested by garage 
Jun 2018

113460 mi

C $1087
AC compressor seal failure. Replaced compressor,recharge systemp 
Oct 2021

133920 mi

C $50
AC compressor drive end seal failure. System emptied itself. Out of warranty. Garage wants $2000.00 + for relais. Looking at other options. 
Kia Soul in Colorado, United States
Oct 2015 - Jan 2022
Aug 2016

54700 mi
Windshield washer stopped spraying (front and back). 
Kia Soul in Alabama, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2022
Feb 2016

39700 mi
Rack-and-pinion/steering gearbox replaced; coupler inside MDPS (motor-driven power steering system) found to be disintegrating and was replaced 
Mar 2016

41000 mi
Windshield wipers stopped working. Not a burned-out fuse. 
Apr 2019

58000 mi

US $360
Passenger side front axle replaced due to tear in seal, pre-emptive (could have waited a while). I do not consider this a car-specific issue, because Phoenix (low desert) summer heat over time affects rubber and other non-metal elements in all cars.. 

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2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

164-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in New York, United States
Mar 2012 - Dec 2012
Aug 2012

9700 mi
Manual transmission. Hesitation, surging, poor throttle control. Dealer says there's nothing they can do since there's no code and that I just need to get used to the electronic throttle. I will be getting a different car. 
Dec 2012

14000 mi
Dealer could not fix issues with hesitation and surging, so got rid of the car. 
Kia Soul in Iowa, United States
Feb 2012 - Jun 2018
Apr 2012 Hill-start Assist Control is not functioning, took to dealer for diagnosis. Dealer awaiting repair instructions from mfr. Hill-start assist not working, further diagnosis found steering angle sensor needed to be reset back to zero. System now works great! 
Jul 2012

4000 mi
Replaced yaw sensor under warranty. Sensor was having random communication failures that became apparent when hill-start system stopped working. 
Mar 2014

19000 mi
Pin connector in flip key broke, metal key fell off key fob. 
Feb 2017

45000 mi
Bad bushing in sway bar link, replaced sway bar link. 
Kia Soul in Quebec, Canada
May 2021 - Jun 2022
Oct 2021

68820 mi

C $1050
struts front both sides 

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2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

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

Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Mar 2012 - Nov 2016
Jul 2016

49700 mi
switches to operate windows 
Kia Soul in Maryland, United States
Aug 2021 - Jul 2022
Jan 2022

131000 mi

US $5
Left rear turn signal bulb 
Jul 2022

144000 mi

US $45
Replaced Blower motor relay for the 3rd time. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Nov 2011 - Sep 2019
Oct 2013

26000 mi
Fixed error in displaying MPG (went from ~4 high to within 1) 
Jun 2016

48000 mi
Exterior trim panels on A-pillar were pulling away from body. Dealer replaced. Cruise control switch was intermittantly not engaging. Dealer replaced. 
Sep 2017

59000 mi

US $150
Steering wheel was "clunking" when turning; dealer replaced star gear (called it the "clunk star" repair). 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

117800 mi

C $200
Radio function stopped working, CD was fine. So used OEM radio replaced the original 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Mar 2015 - Jul 2024
Jun 2017

74000 mi

US $750
brake job all 4 wheels discs and rotors which were too worn/rusted to be machined 
Jul 2021

113000 mi

US $400
replaced rear pads and rotor 
Dec 2021

116000 mi

US $400
New pads/rotors rear brakes 
Jul 2024

138000 mi

US $180
Car was in for recall on the HECU system which caused engine light to come on. Mechanic found a number of issues, need for new wheel bearings and brakes as well as exhaust system and various pollution control items. Also said subframe badly rusted, he advised probably not worth fixing, will now seek new car 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012

24000 mi
transmission leaking, TSB transmission replaced Dealer overfilled transmission causing it to leak again and causing the gas mileage to be less efficient and car slower. 
Kia Soul in Alaska, United States
Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012

6000 mi
Winter temps got to zero or minus, engine temp randomly drops to half or less of usual gauge reading, drops interior heater temp by 15 to 20 degrees.Dealer changed thermostat, but problem continues. Never happens in warmer weather. 
Kia Soul in Missouri, United States
Feb 2013 - Aug 2015
Mar 2013

17000 mi
Misfire related to GDI fuel system, replaced injectors and DI fuel rail. Removed head and cleaned carbon deposits off of valve stems because of build up from GDI poor design. 
Oct 2013

23500 mi
All but drivers power locks did not function. Tech greased all connectors and ran diagnostics and greasing the connectors fixed the problem. Drivers seat squeaks. Seat track ordered, not fixed at this time. All but drivers power locks did not function. Tech greased all connectors and ran diagnostics and greasing the connectors fixed the problem. Drivers seat squeaks. Seat track ordered, not fixed at this time. 
Mar 2014

26000 mi
Door locks didn't work. They replaced a fusebox which corrected the issue. Took 3 trips and many parts ordered to correct it. 
Jan 2015

30000 mi
Misfires. Fixed by running carbon cleaner through the motor. 
Apr 2015

32000 mi
Misfire 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Mar 2013 - Dec 2017
Oct 2014

78300 mi

US $450
Starter went out. 
Dec 2017

124000 mi

US $200
Blower motor replaced. It was bad from first day. Dealer would not replace. We would smack the dash occasionally when it would go out. Last December a smack would not restart it 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
May 2012 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

35000 mi
Bluetooth did not work. Had to replace entire radio. 
Apr 2017

61000 mi
The remote control would not function on locking the doors. Sometimes it took 10 hits of the button to engage the locks and sometimes it just did not work. The problem was sporadic in nature and the dealership could not replicate the problem (hence the reason it was in the shop for 21 days). 
Kia Soul in Queensland, Australia
Mar 2017 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017

31000 mi

A $1
10th visit since oct 2016 for engine malfunction light appearing. replaced sensors, replaced engine management system, removed and cleaned fuel injectors. latest repair is to replace catalytic converter. part n/a waiting for part to be shipped in. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Oct 2016 - Jun 2022
Jul 2017

59000 mi
Engine was making a loud clicking sound. They found metal shavings in the oil. Kia replaced the engine at no cost to me. 

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2012 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2017
Aug 2013

32300 mi
Radio died 
Apr 2017

105000 mi

US $800
Full break rebuild, pads calipers, drums and rotors. 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Jun 2012 - Jan 2017
Oct 2012

3500 mi
total fiasco. took 3 mo car back to selling dealer for what i suspect is bad throwout bearing. ride with tech who agrees. 2nd visit leave car for diagnosis/drop clutch.SA call thenew clutch parts coming. then they say cars fine, no repair 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2011 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

167000 mi

US $250
Excessive oil consumption. Determined rings worn. No further work at this time. May replace engine. 
Jun 2018

182000 mi

US $150
Increased Oil consumption leading to power loss and Catalytic Converter faults. Engine lost power and quit on highway. Performed throttle body and intake cleaning, plug replacement, PCV replacement, engine oil treatment and gas treatment. Oil consumption still very high. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Mar 2012 - Nov 2012
Apr 2012 Had a ding on hood when it was delivered. Dealer had PDR fix it the next week. 
Kia Soul in Maryland, United States
Nov 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2014

33000 mi
Stuck Driver's window 
Dec 2014

42000 mi
Parking Brake didn't hold 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Aug 2011 - May 2014
Oct 2012

21500 mi
They had to replace the glove box. It rattled and would not close tightly. Replace glove box 

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2011 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2010 - Sep 2024
Sep 2014

48000 mi
Horn not working 
Jan 2018

90000 mi

US $300
Hatch door no longer stays open 

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2011 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Apr 2011 - Jun 2013
Jan 2012

8000 mi
Tpms warning came on. Dealer immediately properly inflated all tires & re-set system. Problem did not re-occur. 
Kia Soul in British Columbia, Canada
Apr 2011 - Jun 2022
Feb 2015

10740 mi
The internal light was staying on all the time. 
Sep 2016

16740 mi

C $158
My anti skidding light was on constantly. I did not have it turned on. they replaced a part that cost $18.00 but the labour was the $140.00 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Mar 2011 - May 2015
Oct 2013

23300 mi
front Headlight on drivers side burnt out. 
Kia Soul in Indiana, United States
May 2011 - Jun 2022
Oct 2013

21300 mi
Horn was not working all the time. They replaced the switch 
Kia Soul in Iowa, United States
May 2011 - Jan 2016
Oct 2011

6000 mi
Dealer keybox had damaged the driver's door seal. Dealer replaced the seal on this visit. 
Jul 2012

11000 mi
Brake switch sensor was faulty. Was not sensing that brake was depressed and would not turn engine over when push-button start was activated. 
Kia Soul in Arizona, United States
Jun 2011 - Jul 2011
Jul 2011

7400 mi
Switch replaced for windows. Driver's window wouldn't go down. Recall. Switch replaced for windows. Driver's window wouldn't go down. Recall. 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Jun 2011 - Dec 2014
Apr 2014

60000 mi
Left lower ball joint....something near the tire. Needs to be replaced before I can get tires. Causing tires to wear earlier/alignment issues. 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Apr 2011 - Dec 2016
Jul 2011

3000 mi
Odd wrinkles on steering wheel center/horn button. Part ordered. 
Nov 2011

9000 mi
replaced center steering wheel (air bag cover) wrinkles still there - told it is the way the air bag is folded behind trim. 
Kia Soul in Utah, United States
Mar 2011 - Jan 2022
Jan 2012

29500 mi
Horn was intermittent. When cold the horn was not functional then as the car heated up the horn became more reliable but wasn't 100%. 
Nov 2017

75500 mi

US $35
Battery replacement. Front brakes replaced. 
Jan 2022

99000 mi

US $30
Gas struts for the rear hatch were worn. Old struts were removed and replaced with aftermarket parts. 
Kia Soul in Virginia, United States
Mar 2011 - Mar 2012
Dec 2011

13000 mi
There was no heat coming out of foot level vents or defrost. Wiring harness to blend door not connected. 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Sep 2010 - Jun 2013
May 2011

8000 mi
Rear axle was bent during shipment from Korea. Part was ordered and replaced. 
Kia Soul in Missouri, United States
Sep 2010 - Aug 2014
Jun 2011

10000 mi
Drivers window switch would not function at all. Other windows were fine. Dealer replaced window switches. 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Aug 2010 - Dec 2013
Aug 2011

9000 mi
loose power steering line connection, small leak... 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
Dec 2010

1000 mi
Transmission lurching with very hard shifts from second to third.. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jun 2018 - Oct 2022
Apr 2019

90000 mi

US $900
Replaced Front shocks and struts 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Feb 2011 - Jun 2018
Oct 2011

8000 mi
My horn was only working sporadically. They replaced it with a new horn. 
Aug 2012

18000 mi

US $26
Traction control light kept going on and staying on. Dealership replaced sensor. Had dealership also check brakes, since they seemed a bit soft. Never clarified if one was related to the other, but brakes were still at 80% 
Jul 2015

61800 mi

US $245
Needed wheel hub/bearing replacement of driver's side front wheel. 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2011 - Sep 2021
Feb 2014

24000 mi
The Sirius Satellite Radio had started to repeatedly lose signal, primarily after the radio was on for @ 15 minutes. Kia offered to replace the radio head unit under warranty. Had a couple of instances (really, only two) that the horn didn't work when pressed. Dealer said there was a service bulletin, so they replaced it just in case. Car close to end of 3-yr comp warranty. 
Feb 2015

34700 mi
Right rear view mirror - remote control wouldn't move mirror up/down. Dealer ordered new mirror. 
Sep 2016

55000 mi
A front headlight bulb failed. I replaced it myself. Easy. 
Oct 2016

57000 mi
Another front headlight bulb failed. 
Feb 2017

77602 mi
Dealer replaced hose clamps that were weak, cleaned up the leaked A/T fluid - hopefully, that would stop the leaking. Done at no charge, given the earlier service. One more try - replaced all Transmission/Radiator hoses. Still didn't do it - new radiator would be over $600, and the leak is VERY slow - so not sure it's worth it - still an open issue. 
Aug 2017

70006 mi

US $381
Left (Driver) side headlight - I replaced myself Transmission fluid leak was noticed at an earlier regular oil change. Appeared to be from the lines cooling the automatic transmission fluid. No known damage to the car that would have caused it, unless from the "extra undercoating" applied by the previous dealer under a service campaign. We thought that the steps taken - sealing of transmission pan, and replacement of A/T hoses would fix. I initially thought all OK, until I parked in the garage and noticed that the leaking was continuing. We came to a compromise - not sure exactly where the leak was coming from, they resealed the transmission pan under the vehicle warranty, and I paid for the replacement of the transmission lines. Probably too much. But we'd see if it worked. 
Oct 2017

72449 mi
Pads worn down, rotors showing damage - just went ahead and had both replaced. When already in the shop for oil change and new brakes, they checked again for the leaking that had been seen twice. It was still happening, though more slowly. 
Nov 2017

73060 mi

US $100
Original Battery failed to crank car - cold weather. Replaced / installed battery. 
Jan 2018

75500 mi

US $15
Right Front Headlight Failed.... Right Front Headlight Failed again 
Feb 2018

77602 mi
Dealer replaced Automatic Transmission hoses at no charge, given earlier work. Now we see if it's still leaking. Brought the car back a couple of weeks later, and yes, it sill was. 
Mar 2018

77500 mi

US $100
Installed another part (I'm blanking) - and no, it still didn't fix things. Next step would require new radiator - concerned that somehow, the connection into the radiator is damaged. No sense of why/how, but it is still leaking slowly. A/T fluid levels remaining within normal limits a month later, so going to hold tight. Not sure I want to spend the quoted $600 on it! 
Apr 2018

77947 mi

US $15
Left headlight failed again! Replaced, still not sure why these keep failing. Fortunately relatively easy to fix, but... 
May 2018

79000 mi

US $600
The leaking hadn't quite stopped - and as the car was about to be used in long-distance driving, had the radiator replaced. Not at the dealer, since they'd screwed it up several times. 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Jan 2011 - Jan 2017
Jul 2011

6000 mi
Wife thought bluetooth was broken. Ended up being operator error. 
Aug 2011

7000 mi
car would not start. Has push button start. Could not depress brake pedal to engage brake switch. Happened 3 times. Eventually pedal would soften up and car would start. This time, we got it towed. Driver tried to jump it without luck. 
Oct 2011

8500 mi
ABS light on intermittently. Needed part ordered. ABS light on intermittently 
Sep 2012

18000 mi
One tire had a bubble in the sidewall. Replaced all 4. 
Jun 2013

30000 mi
Horn switch was intermintently bad. Took a few visits before they agreed 
Kia Soul in Alabama, United States
Dec 2011 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014

80000 mi
My Break lights where not working all the time. There was a recall. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Jul 2011 - Nov 2014
Oct 2012

13500 mi
car shifts into lower gear when cruise comtrol is engaged. problem is supratic and no reason found and no repair was done. 
Aug 2013

26700 mi
Had to replace the brake light switch for the second time. (recall). It failed causing trouble with the cruise control. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Nov 2013 - Jun 2016
Sep 2015

42000 mi

US $62
Replaced blower resistor 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Oct 2013 - Jun 2022
Nov 2013

24800 mi

US $25
Car wouldn't start (keyed ignition). Engine tried to turn over but wouldn't. Personal mechanic tested battery, charging system, starter - all OK. Turned ignition on few times, car started. 
Jul 2014

32700 mi
Sunroof switch only works intermittently. Dealer found faulty component. Replacing component under warranty. 
Oct 2014

36500 mi
Recurring sunroof switch problem. Faulty switch previously replaced. This visit dealer adjusted contacts that were not connecting properly. Sunroof works again (we will see if this repair lasts). 
Dec 2014

39000 mi
Sunroof switch replaced 3rd time. Still doesn't work as designed. New recall may address the problem. Next service Apr 2015. 
Apr 2015

41700 mi
Sunroof still not working. Kia not responding to dealer inquiry (they say). Next appt Oct 2015 to diagnose the problem. My opinion - the motor is not working. 
Dec 2015

52000 mi
Sunroof problem finally fixed! The sunroof motor was locking up preventing the roof from opening. Motor was replaced and sunroof finally works. 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Jan 2012 - Oct 2014
Nov 2012

16400 mi
tire pressure light keeps coming on every 1-2 weeks. Same tire front driver side tire. ? if tire has a slow leak 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2013 - Aug 2015
Feb 2014

7000 mi
TSB-033 was needed for hesitation from excessive transmission loading the motor at low speeds. 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Jan 2014 - Jul 2016
Jun 2014

62000 mi

US $50
Driver's side door handle wouldn't always open the door when pulled even when unlocked. 
Jan 2016

US $28
Noticed loss of horsepower, checked sparkplugs and found wear. Replaced with iridium sparkplugs. 
Jun 2016

114000 mi

US $15
Engine was running rough, replaced all four spark plugs. 
Kia Soul in Missouri, United States
Oct 2018 - Jul 2022
Nov 2019

119500 mi

US $13
Gas Cap seal issue Error Code, Replaced gas cap, did not fix error code. Car performs very well, except it's briefly hard to start after fillup (just pump gas pedal) and the constant gas cap error remains. Maybe an egr valve/solenoid? 
Jul 2020

132000 mi

US $10
Replaced left headlight. 
Jul 2022

143953 mi

US $215
Replaced Evap Pressure Release solenoid 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2014 - Jun 2016
Mar 2014

46500 mi
Squeaking coming from engine 
May 2014

49900 mi
Horn stopped working reliably. Dealer swapped it out with another horn. This one sounds better and is louder too. 
Sep 2014

58280 mi

C $650
Timing belt replaced as well as 2 other belts. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2012 - Apr 2017
Apr 2013

47740 mi
I have a rattle that is probably a sway bar bushing gone bad, have not taken it to dealer yet due to logistics, I have every expectation it will be under warranty 
Sep 2016

80600 mi

C $535
routine brake job, 4 wheels 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Mar 2013 - Mar 2014
Jul 2013

26300 mi
The horn was malfunctioning 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2011 - May 2014
Dec 2011

12000 mi
Rear seat fold down release not latching when returned to upright position 
Mar 2012

18000 mi
Rear seat would NOT latch when returned to upright position. Service advisor claimed it just needed lube. Claimed factory lube does not last and mechanic used some better stuff that should last longer. 
Jul 2012

24000 mi
Car would not start, also had TCS warning lamp on, had to be towed to dealer. Replaced safety interlock. 
Kia Soul in Kansas, United States
May 2012 - Jun 2012
May 2012

15000 mi
The steering columm cover broke. Dealer ordered new parts and replaced for free under warranty. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Jul 2011 - Oct 2015
Jan 2012

9000 mi

US $30
back rear window leaking at top when it rains or when i wash car. 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
May 2011 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015

49000 mi
Drivers side electric door lock stuck; installed new door lock actuator. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2011 - Jan 2015
Oct 2012

11160 mi
Battery cables replaced under warranty 
Sep 2013

16120 mi
Actuator switch on drivers door malfunctioned Took 3 visits to get actuator switch fixed on door. Serviceman damaged door seals in effecting repair. Took 2 visits until they believed me and replaced door seal 
Nov 2013

18600 mi
Same problem as before. Pushed ignition switch and door actuator switches blew again. Same main module that electrically controls door switches no longer working. Door locks manually unusable - unable to open door with key fob 
Jan 2014

19840 mi
B C M module gone again for 3rd time in 6 months. Part on order and subsequent to installation dealership will run diagnostics again as the problem seems to be initiated by the push button start sending a surge through the B C M. 
Feb 2014

20440 mi
4th BCM in car. Took it to a different dealer. Car was in for 4 days as previous dealer's mechanics has glued all the parts together in the door when they repaired the door seal. This dealer found it when they tested all the wiring 
Apr 2014

21080 mi
Body Control Module went for 5th time in 6 months. This time the door harness was replaced, the fuse box and the BCM twice as the first diagnostic results were not satisfactory. Most of the 3 weeks the car was in the shop was waiting parts 
Sep 2014

24800 mi
Back up camera (factory installed) seal failed. New back up camera installed. 
Jan 2015

19220 mi
BCM went yet again. Kia wanted car at dealer to retrace all of the wiring for the 3rd time. I wasn't prepared to be without my car for 4 weeks again and sold the car as is. Door still leaking despite being fixed twice. 
Kia Soul in Nevada, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2013
Mar 2012

18000 mi
Brake sensor went bad, causing traction control light to illuminate. Dealer replaced sensor under warranty. 

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2011 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Jul 2012 - Oct 2021
May 2021

118000 mi

US $200
Front struts and lower control arms. 
Kia Soul in Quebec, Canada
Apr 2018 - Jun 2022
May 2018

91140 mi

C $135
Pads worn out on all 4 discs front right ball joint replaced one front shock had no oil, replaced both front shocks Installed a new battery. 
Jun 2021

107880 mi

C $600
Replaced starter. 
Jun 2022

114700 mi

C $300
front left ball joint replaced 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Apr 2011 - Jun 2014
Oct 2011

5200 mi
Faint dark circle in paint, under clear coat on front driver fender. Size of tennis ball only seen in certain light. Dark circle under clear coat. Repaired under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2010 - Jul 2011
Jan 2010

28000 mi
Thermostate Replaced Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor broken, and needed replaced. It was completly rusted.  
Jan 2011

31000 mi
car would not start, dealer stated they could not replicate so could not do anything about it. 
Kia Soul in Peru
Feb 2012 - Jun 2018
Oct 2014

14880 mi

$10
Replaced headlight bulb 

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2010 Kia Soul

Engine not specified

Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010

2480 mi
Manual Transmission locked, unmovable. "Shift plate ?" required tightening. 
Kia Soul in Quebec, Canada
Oct 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014

32240 mi
scratched gear knob rattle on front drivetrain while driving 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Apr 2011 - Dec 2012
May 2011

30000 mi
Air Bag Warning Light Illuminated. Dealer checked it out, said it was a fault with the passenger seat sensor. Everything was reset and checked good. 30 minute total repair 
Apr 2012

47200 mi
Car was making a Clunking Sound when shifting gears. Reflashed computer. Clunk came back a month later. 

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2010 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 126hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Great Britain
May 2009 - Oct 2015
Jul 2010

3300 mi
Immobiliser became erratic.The car would not start unless key was removed and replaced a few times,key was removed a maximum of 3 times,normally only once was sufficient to start the car.quickly sorted by main dealer 
Dec 2010

5000 mi
Engine stopped.MIL light on,stayed on as we drove home.On starting car up 3 days later-no MIL light-car ran normally. Agent-detected faultcode-was reset. problem thought to be ice in fuel, I think wax separation in fuel most likely cause. 

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2010 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
May 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010

13000 mi
Gas cap seal leak; replaced with new cap. Rear wiper grinding; greased and reinstalled per TSB Mood lighting switch replacement; per TSB. Manual transmission shift skirt ordered, to be replaced per TSB on next visit. 
Kia Soul in New Brunswick, Canada
Jul 2009 - Dec 2016
Jan 2010

13180 mi
trouble shifting into 3rd gear (manual) 
Dec 2016

213900 mi

C $75
Alternator quit, replaced with a used one (150,000 kms) 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Apr 2009 - Dec 2012
Sep 2009

3000 mi

US $55
Had first oil change, had to pay for synthetic oil. Had TSB for mood light control replacement, warranty repair, no cost. 
Kia Soul in British Columbia, Canada
Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009

2480 mi
Rattle and vibration felt in the stick only in 3rd gear 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
May 2009 - Feb 2022
Jul 2009

500 mi
Speaker Mood light switch replacement per TSB. Speaker Mood light switch replacement per TSB 
Nov 2009

6000 mi
Rear wiper motor making grinding noise. Problem was dried out rubber gasket. Dealership took motor apart, lubed gasket and re-assembled. Very quiet now. 
Sep 2010

15000 mi
Shift skirt replacement to fix 'missing' first gear when coming to a stop Radio was having issues with steering wheel control, volume down instead of up, switching modes instead of channels. Replaced radio 
Oct 2013

42000 mi

US $100
Amplifier was bad and had to be replaced. 
Mar 2015

52000 mi

US $75
Bad radio fuse, battery low CCA 
Kia Soul in British Columbia, Canada
Jun 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010

11160 mi
Radio and Bluetooth acted up occasionally. Kia said...let's replace it. 
Kia Soul in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010

495 mi
Steering wheel sensor was malfunctioning causing the ESC system to erroneously detect that car was spinning out of control. This caused the ESC system to sporadically apply brakes on one side, causing the car to hitch without warning. Steering wheel sensor was malfunctioning causing the ESC system to erroneously detect that car was spinning out of control. This caused the ESC system to sporadically apply brakes on one side, causing the car to hitch without warning. Loud noise was noticed one day and ESC light remained lit thereacter. Diagnostics performed at dealership revealed that ESC part (Steering Angle Sensor) failed. Part is being special ordered for replacement. 
Kia Soul in Washington, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2012
Aug 2009

1000 mi
Driver's side interior door handle, "Comfort Touch" paint worn off. 
Mar 2010

10000 mi
Evap Valve had failed. Dealer replaced Evap valve. 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Mar 2010 - May 2011
Apr 2011

13000 mi
Passenger side door wouldn't open from the outside; cable was found to be disconnected. 
Kia Soul in Rhode Island, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2018
Sep 2010

3000 mi
Gas cap "click" broke. Cap continued to work otherwise 
Kia Soul in Missouri, United States
Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010

900 mi
Replacement of lower shift boot to improve shifting into first, second, and reverse. Covered under warranty and was a TSB 
Apr 2010

11000 mi
check engine light came on saying that the car was taking to long to warm up. The right rear wheel was damaged like it was curbed and the dealer replaced it out of their pocket. This occured in December 2009 when the vehicle was new. 
Kia Soul in Quebec, Canada
Mar 2009 - Jun 2018
Feb 2014

30660 mi

C $250
rear glass broke for no apparent reason 
Jul 2015

38740 mi
noise left front wheel. replaced 2 bearings, 2 seals 
Dec 2015

42160 mi
link front left 
Jul 2016

46600 mi
replace right tie-rod 
Jan 2017

48980 mi
fog light not working, replace light arm 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2014 - Jun 2017
Dec 2014

71920 mi
Starter replaced in June of 2014. Began having problems again in November. Dealer replaced starter again at no charge. Problem has been corrected. Car is no longer covered by warranty at the time of the first repair. 
Mar 2015

78120 mi

C $282
Sway bar links where making a clunking noise. The tech found the problem while doing an alignment. 
Jan 2016

90920 mi

C $210
Took it in for an oil and filter change and the tech discovered a faulty ball joint. New joint was installed. 
Dec 2016

106640 mi

C $500
Left rear wheel bearing was failing. 
May 2017

111600 mi

C $700
Clutch was starting to slip. Had it replaced. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jan 2010 - Jul 2012
Mar 2010

8000 mi
manual transmission shifting issue (TSB)  door weatherstrip 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Jun 2009 - Jan 2016
May 2010

27200 mi

US $25
Windshield washer stopped pumping. New front washer pump (with a filter; the original was installed at the factory without a screen/filter). Also purchased a cabin filter. Tech installed it; I was not charged for labor. Both trips totaled less than 2 hours. 
Nov 2013

141200 mi

US $1450
Changed timing belt at 63000 miles. It was due again and I knew it; just "not this week". at 140,000 it broke. Two valves, two pistons, machine work, and labor: $1450. This is not a fault of the care; it is a fault of the owner. 
Sep 2014

154000 mi

US $900
PO440 Purge valve fault. Replaced valve, filters, rotated tires, four wheel alignment. 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
- Dec 2009
Dec 2009

4800 mi
Shifter replaced under warranty. For side skirts issue. hanging shifting down into 1st 

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2010 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2012
Aug 2010

16500 mi
stereo controls on steering wheel don't work right. The up would turn the stereo down and the down would activate the cell phone blue tooth. Problem stopped the morning I took in and then returned briefly after I received it back. 
Kia Soul in Kentucky, United States
Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010

4000 mi
Both traction control lights came on and flashed sporadically for the remainder of the day, parked the vehicle for the rest of the week. Drove car to dealer next week and lights off, dealer could not replicate, found stored code but no action 
Kia Soul in Iowa, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2012
Aug 2009

3000 mi
Rear window wiper electrical wiring rubbed on frame and shorted out. Blew fuse Transmission disengaged at 70 mph and coasted to the side of the road. Car started fine, shifter moved fine between all gears but transmission would not engage. After starting and turning off the car a dozen times the transmission engaged. Drove home. 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009

12000 mi
Loud air duct noises when in air turbulance or behind semi trucks 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Aug 2009 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011

56000 mi
Blower motor was defective and replaced under warranty 
Kia Soul in Iowa, United States
Dec 2009 - Mar 2011
Dec 2010

13000 mi
TSB for software change to lessen the abruptness of motion during acceleration/deceleration, gear changes Noise in rear windshield wiper. Kia TSB. Dealer attempted to lubricate. Did NOT fix it, but they will try again during another visit. 
Feb 2011

13000 mi
In very cold weather, brake pedal was sluggish immediately after starting. Hard to push down, could cause car moving unexpectedly. Rear windshield wiper made grinding noise - previous lubrication didn't resolve for long - dealer performed TSB service, all seems OK 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Nov 2009 - Dec 2014
Jun 2010

5000 mi
TSB on rear window wiper, for noise 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Nov 2009 - Dec 2016
Jun 2012

28000 mi
Brake lights stopped working. Completely covered under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Alberta, Canada
Oct 2009 - Jun 2010
Mar 2010

37200 mi
lights and horn stopped flashing/honking when locking the car via remote. 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010

6000 mi
Scratches on driver side, inside door panel. Panel was ordered under warranty. 
Apr 2010

7000 mi
The door panel was installed in less than 30 minute and I was completely happy with the results.  
Kia Soul in Virginia, United States
Aug 2009 - May 2017
Jul 2013

32500 mi
Parking brake dashboard light did not illuminate when parking brake was applied. 
Sep 2015

55000 mi

US $500
Exhaust leak within down pipe. Replaced down pipe and flex pipe assembly. 
Mar 2016

59000 mi

US $500
Passenger side door lock actuator fails to unlock door properly when using either the key fob or the interior door switch. Exterior door handle failed to function properly. 
Jan 2017

34700 mi

US $110
Battery Died. 
Kia Soul in Maryland, United States
Jul 2009 - Sep 2010
Sep 2010

23000 mi
Never had a problem requiring repair, but the interior was the most scratch prone interior I've ever seen. Slightly above lightly scratching your nails on the interior leaves permanent scratches. Heard a rumor they changed the plastic formulation later. 
Kia Soul in Manitoba, Canada
Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2009

1240 mi
Sirius radio stopped working 
May 2009

1860 mi
The Dealer is still trying to resolve the Sirius problem. They have the new radio but need to comply with the trouble shooting before installing the new one. They determined it was a communication breakdown between Sirius and our stereo system. The service centre wanted to be 100% sure, so we had to wait for a second service call where they just switched out the whole stereo unit...it now works fine and the 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Feb 2009 - Jan 2013
Nov 2009

11000 mi
The seat is not comfortable anymore. Left side of seat does not support. Dealer said they did not detect the problem 
Jul 2012

51000 mi

US $92
Radio quit working. A loud squeal in the radio in all modes of use. Radio deemed to be defective after Dealer Diagnostic was completed. 
Aug 2012

52000 mi
Dealer thought Radio was problem, now they think AMP is the problem after installing radio with no change in sysmptoms. $891 for amp. Dealer went to KIA who said replace both amp and radio at no charge. New amp and radio installed, fixed problem. 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Mar 2009 - Jan 2022
Apr 2009

1000 mi
TSB for Sirius radio - I downloaded and installed the firmware update myself 
Sep 2009

5000 mi
TSB for Sirius  
Jul 2010

14000 mi
ESC light came on and stayed on, but once car was turned off, and then back on, the light did not come back on. Took car in to check for codes. New brake sensor needed. 
Jun 2018

91000 mi

US $1100
The parking brake completely rusted and fell apart. New brakes, rotors and pads and a new parking brake were installed. I have had brakes does several times on this car, and now we are to the point where we are just going to get them checked once a year before something major happens. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2009 - Sep 2012
Jul 2012

19840 mi
All audio speakers quit working. Radio was replaced, but did not correct the problem. 
Sep 2012

19840 mi
audio quit 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Jan 2010 - Mar 2014
Jul 2011

17700 mi
Creak in suspension or body. sound was not noticable due to rainy weather. Dealer attempted to fix but problem returned when weather dried out. 
Jul 2012

27000 mi
Creaking noise in seats when 2 occupants and cornering. Stability control activation light would come on when driving on dry pavement. To turn off light, ignition would have to be turned off and car re-started. 
Kia Soul in Nevada, United States
Feb 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010

20300 mi
Alternator went bad, replaced by dealer with reman. Also replaced battery. 
Aug 2011

27670 mi
Rear amplifier replaced. Rear amplifier replaced. multiple checkup list performed.  
May 2017

73000 mi
Replaced left headlight. Went to AutoZone. Bought a replacement. Went on YouTube to see how to do it. Easy peazy. 
Kia Soul in Nova Scotia, Canada
Feb 2009 - Sep 2013
Sep 2009

3720 mi
Calipers pins required lubrication as they were noisy when brakes were activated. 
Nov 2009

4340 mi
Rear wiper spray nozzle mounting loose. Clip was installed incorrectly during manufacturing. Mechanic reinstalled the clip properly. 
Jan 2010

4960 mi
Currently dealing with KIA Canada regarding poor quality interior door panels which scratch easily. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Feb 2009 - Mar 2018
Dec 2014

55000 mi
Bad left front wheel bearing 
Jan 2016

20200 mi

US $300
replaced purge valve replace stereo head unit 
Feb 2016

79300 mi

US $10
battery failed - replaced 
Jan 2017

80700 mi

US $659
rear turn signals and hazard lights working intermittently 
Mar 2018

120000 mi

US $300
Replaced left side front wheel bearing. Front headlight and parking bulbs replaced. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2009 - Jun 2013
Nov 2009

10000 mi
Rear wiper mechanism grinds and sounds like the gears are slipping. 
Mar 2010

15000 mi
Grinding sound from rear windshield wiper. They had to lubricate a rubber piece in the gear mechanism. 
Nov 2010

27000 mi
CD player would overheat, stop working and not eject the disc. Dealer ordered replacement, brought the car back the following week and replacement was installed within a few hours. 
Mar 2011

35000 mi
noticed a rattling in the front of the car. dealer found a loose bolt under the hood that was holding a shield on. tightened the bolt and no more noise. 
Feb 2012

38700 mi
Seat bottom needed to be replaced due to squeaking/creaking when driving. 
Kia Soul in Cape Verde
Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009

11780 mi
faulty fuel pressure valve! 
Mar 2010

23560 mi
Constant check engine light on. Issues filling with gas (have to pump extremly slowly or it will over flow). Replaced valves, sensors and part of the intake hose into the gas tank. Problem still occuring! 
Apr 2010

25420 mi
Same as before. Problems at gas pumps and check engine light on. Dealer replaced the canister and c.c valve. So far so good! 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Mar 2009 - Jun 2010
Feb 2010

15000 mi

US $185
Hard 1-2 upshift in transmission...dealer "could not replicate", but did it for us on the way home! They also informed me the I must do a 15,000 mile injection cleaning service to keep warranty. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009

7000 mi

US $21
Back seat left door speaker was rattling. Sounded like it was blown. I could hear it but the tech could not so they did not fix. I can still hear it rattling so I'm frustrated with this problem. Told it was my problem with radio settings. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2009 - Jun 2022
May 2012

16740 mi
Replaced satellite radio antenna 
Kia Soul in South Carolina, United States
Jun 2009 - Mar 2013
Jun 2009

75 mi
srs light on. lighted speakers do not pulse in music mode 
Jul 2009

2000 mi
SRS light would not go off. bluetooth would not pair with samsung phone. Speaker lights would not pulse to music. 
Aug 2009

2700 mi
TSB SA010 issued to replace speaker light control on vehicles mfr. between Jan and April 2009. Will request my repair at next oil change. 
Jan 2010

28500 mi

US $21
Speaker light switch replaced per SB. Also had tires rotated (1/5/2010). 
Jan 2011

22000 mi

US $10
updated odometer 
Nov 2011

30200 mi

US $590
fuel cap replaced. Replaced damaged RF wheel and tire. Tire rotation. Alignment and replaced furl filler cap (TB) 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Aug 2009 - Dec 2016
Oct 2010

9000 mi
Mood light control switch for the radio/stereo. 
Jul 2011

15000 mi
Replaced Stereo Amplifer - Dealer had the part in stock - it took about 2 hours. 
Kia Soul in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2009 - Jan 2017
Sep 2011

31000 mi
Power amplifier died, no audio. 
May 2012

36700 mi
right front shock absorber failed 
Aug 2013

48900 mi

US $250
The bluetooth setup of the head unit stopped working. Dealer replaced with a refurb. Warranty on audio is only 3 years. 
Kia Soul in Rhode Island, United States
Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009

4000 mi
update for Sirius radio replaced mood light controller for speaker lights reported passenger front suspension noise or thump. rough up shift between 2nd and 3rd gears in auto tranny. Not often, maybe 5 times since bought. 
Nov 2009

7000 mi
Had dealer check noisy rear wiper. Dealer lube washer motor and work fine after that. 
Jan 2010

6000 mi
Had a front passenger side suspension loose thud sound. Dealer test drove and ordered new strut upper mount. Dealer installed new right side front strut mount. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2009 - Dec 2014
Apr 2012

37080 mi
The traction control light was coming on and staying on. The replaced a brake switch. 
Kia Soul in Oregon, United States
May 2009 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012

31000 mi
One repair left undone: The light under the shift console stopped working all the time. It worked intermittently, kinda when it felt like. I never bothered to it chased down. That began in January 2012. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2009 - Oct 2015
Sep 2009

3000 mi
Brake pedal makes squeeking noises when pressed and released. Lubricated system. 
Dec 2009

6000 mi
Master cylinder damaged by lubricants used in earlier repair, new part installed and problem resolved. 
Jul 2010

10300 mi
Replaced map lights due to rattle 
Nov 2010

12700 mi
Rear window wiper making grinding noise when being turned on. Grommet in wiper mechanism lubed and problem resolved. 
Apr 2011

16300 mi
Transmission was slipping and surging. There was a TSB on this problem which needed a flash update. Car runs beautifully now. 
Sep 2012

28000 mi
Electronic stability control warning light malfunctioned 
May 2013

33000 mi
Transmission skipping/lurching going up hills. Transmission replaced by dealership 
Jul 2013

34200 mi

US $105
Premature degradation of spark plugs shorted out engine coil pack. New spark plugs were installed snd will be examined every 6 thousand miles for plugs burning out. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2010 - Nov 2012
Nov 2011

25160 mi

C $40
interior mirror loose. Replaced 
Kia Soul in North Carolina, United States
Oct 2011 - Jul 2014
Mar 2012

44000 mi
rear wiper motor made noise, they replaced it as per TSB. 
Aug 2012

56500 mi
Faulty windows switch on driver's side would not operate other windows. Switch was replaced under warranty. Rear wiper made grinding sound. Previously they re-lubricated the assembly but that didn't last. So this time it was replaced. 
Kia Soul in Colorado, United States
Feb 2012 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012

15000 mi
Trim on door was loose 
Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Oct 2012 - Sep 2021
Jul 2013

67300 mi

US $800
After owning the car < a year, the A/C Compressor was dying. Very disappointed at Kia. The dealer certified this car for manufacture warranty, but the A/C isn't covered. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2014 - Jan 2018
Dec 2015

109000 mi

US $150
Serpentine belt replaced 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012
Aug 2011

28000 mi
bad catalytic converter. Entire converter and exhaust manifold replaced. speaker lights in front speakers not working correctly. Switch replaced 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Apr 2011 - Dec 2012
Apr 2011

27000 mi

US $1300
replaced entire audio system with a in dash gps dvd nav system and true infinity reference speakers and 10 inch powered sub. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jan 2011 - Dec 2014
Jan 2014

67800 mi
abs trac light on. wanted $95 to check light. I denied repair. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jan 2011 - Aug 2015
Feb 2011

3720 mi
The transmission,when put into drive(and only drive),will not respond,then BANG,into gear it goes. It doesn't do this all the time,which is making it hard to figure out. I have taken the soul back to the dealer,and they "flashed" the tranny,but to no effect.It is now worse. I am going back again to have it looked at.(third time now). 
Apr 2011

4960 mi
The transmission is still doing the same thing! Head office is now involved,but I'm not getting anywhere with them. Sure Kia has a good warranty,but if they keep denying the problem is there,what good is it? 
May 2011

5580 mi
The dealer has replaced the transmission,and it seems to be fine,right now. 
Aug 2014

42540 mi
The front passenger side speaker was not working. The driver's seat lower cushion needed replacing. All done under warranty. 
Nov 2014

47740 mi
The left and right axles had to be replaced due to rips in cv joint boots. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2011 - Jan 2020
May 2011

15240 mi
Rear Windshield Wiper squealed periodically when it was used. Greased it and the squealing stopped. 
Jul 2011

16740 mi
The antenna coil had to be replaced... the car would not start periodically.... apparently it thought the wrong key was in the ignition. The antenna coil was replaced... had no further issues. 
Apr 2012

26540 mi
Third brake light wouldn't work and dome light didn't work consistently. Found a broken wire to the third brake light in the roof of the vehicle. As far as the dome light apparently it was mis-wired at the factory. 
Mar 2014

55800 mi
Right rear door latch sticking and was replaced. 
Jan 2016

28840 mi

C $1000
Starter and battery had to be replaced 
Jun 2016

75640 mi

C $300
Thermostat replacement, 
Aug 2016

76880 mi

C $100
Third brake light wiring broke within the rubber jacket between the trunk hatch and the vehicle body. 
Mar 2017

83390 mi

C $800
Replaced the front linkage for the first time, rebalanced wheels. Front brakes 
Sep 2017

87420 mi
Check engine light periodically came on, thermostat was changed previously so a new one was installed at no charge 
Jul 2018

93620 mi

C $200
Check engine light kept coming on and then going off. Replaced sensor, previously had replaced the thermostat. Unsure if this is the long term fix at this point in time. 
Oct 2018

95480 mi

C $300
Check engine light kept coming on and going off, replaced thermostat sensor, still had issue- updated the computer program and so far the problem has gone away. Also did oil change. 
Jan 2019

99200 mi

C $400
Emergency brakes seized 
Kia Soul in Kentucky, United States
Mar 2013 - Apr 2017
Apr 2014

84200 mi

US $28
Drivers Window Track has been diagnosed prior by another dealer as being worn/need replaced. Stereo was reported by other dealer as needing new base speaker (replace once already). 
Kia Soul in West Virginia, United States
Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
Apr 2014

40000 mi
sub woofer failed 
Sep 2014

49000 mi
compressor noise eng and trans continue to pull after releasing throttle until car speed drops below 25mph. while applying brakes you must release pressure when car gets to 25 mph or you will be standing car on its nose 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2009 - Jan 2011
Sep 2009

1860 mi
All 4 wheel bearings replaced under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Nov 2010 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017

79000 mi

US $700
Frozen left front caliper, required both sides to be replaced 
Kia Soul in Nebraska, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2020
Feb 2018

102000 mi

US $60
Windshield wiper pump wasn't working. Upon inspection it had become unplugged and the connector between the line from the pump to the nozzles was disconnected. Fixed in 10 minutes. Cowl panel had two large holes in it from hail. Found replacement from junkyard on eBay for $60. Replaced in 5 minutes. 
Kia Soul in Alberta, Canada
May 2010 - Jun 2022
May 2018

91760 mi

C $500
The car squeaked when I drove it, especially when turning at any speed. [Replaced wheel bearing.] 
Kia Soul in New Hampshire, United States
Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009

1400 mi
Sirius radio upgrade to V1.01A. I did this myself. 
Aug 2009

1700 mi

US $168
I had the mood light module replaced as a warrantly item. I then purchase and had installed Mud Guards on each tire. 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
- Jul 2009
Jul 2009

8300 mi
Emissions Control Light Came on. Was the seal at the gas cap. Replaced under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Apr 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016

101000 mi

US $515
Tie rod ends replaced and they suggested we replace all shocks and struts as well, even though none are leaking. Our roads are terrible here, so no surprise after 100k miles. 
Kia Soul in Illinois, United States
Feb 2016 - May 2020
Mar 2016

56000 mi

US $35
Premature wear on Accessory Belts caused a need for replacement of all three 
Jun 2017

88000 mi

US $400
Timing belt replaced. Due at 90,000 miles 
Sep 2017

90000 mi

US $7
Oil Light on, Oil pressure switch replaced 
Mar 2018

96000 mi

US $3000
Coolant hose clamp broke on Tollway and before my daughter could stop the car and pull over the coolant had pored out and the engine overheated. Head cracked, gasket blown, God knows what else. Engine had fluid spurting out the spark plug holes. Used engine installed. (note: clamp that broke was not a factory clamp.It was a screw type installed when hoses and antifreeze were replaced last summer) 
Jun 2018

102700 mi
New water pump failed under warranty after engine replacement 
Kia Soul in Mississippi, United States
Sep 2016 - Jul 2017
Oct 2016

101700 mi

US $100
Running rough. Stalling at stops. Rotten fuel mileage. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010

24000 mi
Driver door panel replaced under warranty; armrest had split open on top where elbow rested: straight line slit. I now avoid exerting any weight on the new (same as OEM) armrest. Driver door panel replaced under warranty; armrest had split open on top where elbow rested: straight line slit. I now avoid exerting any weight on the new (same as OEM) armrest. 
Oct 2012

45700 mi
ESP light intermittently on when shouldn't have been. After several checks for this problem (during oil changes) since purchasing the car, finally a fault with the brake light sensor was detected; sensor replaced under warranty. 
Dec 2012

48000 mi
Cranked, no start. Plenty of battery charge for accessories. Towed by KIA Roadside: said engine flooded (by tow driver), started after draining. 2nd dealer days later: perhaps not quite enough charge for all components. No issues since. 
Apr 2015

67300 mi

US $400
Parking brake issue 
Apr 2016

76000 mi

US $253
AT tugging; noticed leak; added 1.5 qts. ATF myself: "MISC REPLACE LEAKING TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES LABOR 13 CPK 1.50: $180 45264-23650 TUBE ASSY-FEED: $60 UM010-CH002 SPIII ATF: $8.50 CUSTOMER PAY SHOP CHARGE FOR REPAIR ORDER: $4.23" 
Jul 2017

88000 mi

US $226
No A/C for a year—mechanic said there was no refrigerant in system. Replaced refrigerant w/dye to find leaks, which have not yet shown up. July 2018: A/C still working adequately…apparently not leaking anymore—IF that was indeed the original problem. 
Dec 2017

91000 mi
Noise from new timing belt installed in August—Gates tensioner readjusted on Friday afternoon—slippage requited complete timing belt readjust; noise resumed when car was finished, and deemed broken. New Gates tensioner kit ordered and installed following Monday. No charge. 
Kia Soul in Missouri, United States
Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011

37000 mi
A-pillars came off of car while driving down the highway 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2010 - Feb 2013
Jul 2011

13000 mi
On a long trip in hot weather the AC leaked water into the front passenger area. The mechanic expected to find a plugged drain line, but it was clear. The problem has not reoccurred, but this may be because on short daily drives I do not 
Kia Soul in New Jersey, United States
Apr 2010 - Nov 2015
Sep 2015

95000 mi

US $150
Rusted heat shield 
Kia Soul in Delaware, United States
Jun 2011 - Jul 2012
Sep 2011

25000 mi
Loud squealing coming from car. First time could not locate it. Then took back and pointed it out. After they had it they said it was a alternator so they replaced it then noise still there then determined bad water pump and replaced it. 
Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2010 - Jun 2022
Aug 2011

35300 mi
Air conditioner stop working took it in they ordered compressor. 3 days later took it back to have compressor installed but that did not fix problem. Three trips later installed expansion valve they kept forgetting to order 
Mar 2015

117800 mi

C $232
Fuel Sensor, charcoal filter replace starter 
Oct 2015

132120 mi

C $300
Brake backing plates Replaced rear bearing 
Dec 2015

135160 mi

C $1000
Bearings and struts 
Feb 2016

138880 mi

C $142
Stabalizer link 
Jan 2017

140160 mi

C $200
Replace Ball joint front passanger side 
Mar 2017

164920 mi

C $408
Alternator replaced 
Apr 2017

164920 mi

C $255
Replace brake pads and rotors 
Oct 2021

235600 mi
Stabilizer link and oil change 
Jun 2022

242420 mi

C $1100
I have a leak in my gas tank. Had it replaced 
Kia Soul in New Mexico, United States
Mar 2010 - Oct 2010
May 2010

1000 mi
Door panel plastic replaced. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Feb 2010 - Apr 2013
Oct 2012

24300 mi
Front right pillar had paint fading 
Kia Soul in Colorado, United States
Jan 2010 - Jun 2022
May 2010

4000 mi
Check Engine light came on; when software was reset, light went out and never came on again. 
Sep 2011

17000 mi
The AC compressor started emitting a whine in July that took a couple months to become chronic and constant. The AC did work, but the compressor was trying to blow. Compressor replaced, whine is gone. 
Apr 2012

22000 mi
Traction control light came on; computer registered fault with brake switch sensor. Sensor was replaced. 
Jul 2012

25000 mi
Radio very occasionally reset (5x since purchase). Appears to have been battery cable related. Cable loose and slightly corroded. 
Dec 2012

29000 mi
Driver's seatbelt retractor sometimes does not retract. Random failure. 
Mar 2014

46000 mi

US $45
passenger headlamp, took 35 minutes to repair. 
Jul 2015

54300 mi

US $600
Timing belt replaced Alignment was very, very wrong. 1st gen Souls shipped with loose alignment and the tech specs were too loose. These were corrected in 2014. Mine came due, required major overhaul to correct to current spec. 
Sep 2015

56000 mi

US $24
Headlight. 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2010 - Apr 2013
Sep 2012

40000 mi
Fuel Purge Solenoid failure 
Kia Soul in Texas, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2022
Aug 2010

7000 mi

US $32
Mood light switch failure. 
Apr 2013

45213 mi
RH door latch broke 
Jan 2014 Sunroof tracks were cracked on both sides causing a popping sound when you raised the Sunroof in the vent position. 
Aug 2017

86000 mi

US $50
Added backup camera 
Nov 2021

103000 mi

US $10
Replace brake light switch 
Kia Soul in Oregon, United States
May 2010 - Feb 2015
Jun 2010 Turn signals worked and then didn't and then did and..... 
Kia Soul in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2010 - Mar 2018
Dec 2010

15000 mi
LED in radio went beserk, displaying a "picture" in the middle of the screen. Started when it got really cold out, would get smaller when the car interior was warmer. 
Nov 2011

33300 mi
Washer fluid pump blew seal, leaked all washer fluid as soon as it was poured into the tank. 
Jun 2014

83000 mi

US $500
Replaced the belt, it was getting worn and had started cracking. 
Sep 2017

147844 mi

US $400
Replaced struts and shocks 
Dec 2017

152000 mi

US $42
Replaced headlights. 
Kia Soul in Ohio, United States
Jul 2010 - Jul 2013
Aug 2010

2000 mi
Headlight was not positioned correctly in housing leaving a 1" gap between metal and light. Dealer claims it is fixed but it is still uneven and doesn't match the headlight in the housing on the other side. 
Oct 2010

4000 mi
Car was dead. Had Kia roadside assistance out 2x in 2 days. They found a blown fuse (Ignition 2) under the hood. Replaced fuse. It blew again by the time we got car home. Dealer says "can't duplicate problem". Replaced fuse again. :( Car died again (less than a week after being told at dealer that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle) and had to be towed. This time dealer replaced starter and ignition. So far car has not died again. I am keeping my fingers crossed! 
Nov 2010

6000 mi
Car lost headlights while driving and then car died. This has happened multiple times. Dealer replaced wiring harness this time. I have no confidence that this car is fixed. It is not safe to drive. I am going to pursue a Lemon Law claim 
Kia Soul in Minnesota, United States
Aug 2010 - Jun 2022
Nov 2016

60000 mi

US $230
Lower control arm bushing is broken. Cannot replace just the bushing, so a new LCA was installed. 
Mar 2017

65000 mi

US $79
Other Lower Control Arm failed and was replaced. 
Feb 2021

98550 mi

US $425
Wear items: replaced rear disc brake pads, rotors, calipers, and guides 
Jun 2021

102000 mi

US $30
After ten years the hatch support struts no longer held up the hatch. Bought two new struts online and replaced the struts. 
Aug 2021

103000 mi

US $175
Front suspension was noisy and felt a little loose. The control arm and stabilizer bar control link were replaced 
Apr 2022

108000 mi

US $140
Tire pressure warning light did not go away despite changing batteries or tires. Replaced sensor on car. 
Kia Soul in Michigan, United States
Jun 2010 - Nov 2011
Aug 2010 There was a rattle inside the front passenger's side door panel. They took apart the seat, dash, and door panel to locate the problem. It was a loose piece that they tied down. This solved the problem.  
Jun 2011

15000 mi
Since the recall repair on the speaker lights, they have been blinking on and off when the car is running. Dealer was able to recreate the problem, tightened some wiring harnesses. Problem returned within 1 week. Need to make new appt. 
Nov 2011

21000 mi
Speaker lights blinking on and off when the car is running. 
Kia Soul in Florida, United States
Jun 2010 - Mar 2012
Jul 2010

1000 mi
Subwoofer blown on new vehicle. Part was ordered and replaced very quickly. 
Oct 2010

10000 mi
Cargo area power outlet stopped working. Dealer states wires crossed, although worked previously. Corrected and now works. 
Jun 2011

26000 mi
Rear sub blown (again). Dealer replaced under warranty. 
Kia Soul in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2010 - Apr 2011
Jul 2010

9000 mi
Third time car was in for issues with speaker lights flickering when in the on position. Interior scratches that are depreciating the value of car and paint chipping and rusting. Still getting run around from manufacturer on interior. 

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2010 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Georgia, United States
Dec 2009 - Jan 2018
Jan 2018

37000 mi

US $150
headlight bulb front driver's side - required removing bumper 
Kia Soul in Maryland, United States
Dec 2010 - Jul 2017
Feb 2016

70000 mi

US $200
Replaced all spark plugs and one wire. 
Jan 2017

31300 mi

US $100
replaced battery 
Kia Soul in Bulgaria
Nov 2009 - Mar 2014
Feb 2011

8680 mi
Stone chipping at the bottom of the rear doors and rear arches, and the thresholds. 
Kia Soul in California, United States
Jul 2009 - Jun 2016
Oct 2014

103000 mi

US $80
Crankshaft position sensor failed 
Apr 2016

122700 mi

US $200
Crankshaft Sensor failure 
Kia Soul in New York, United States
Jul 2010 - Jan 2014
Sep 2011

21000 mi
Loose bolt on door hinge which resulted in odd noises while opening and closing door. Far from serious. 
Mar 2012

34000 mi
Loose heat shield over exhaust. 
Jan 2013

49900 mi
Replaced thermostat, worked alright for a few days then replaced thermostat again. Everything fixed now. 

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2010 Kia Soul 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Kia Soul in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2011 - Dec 2012
Aug 2012

58160 mi
My engine light came on don't remember what part was replaced but it wasn't serious. 

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2009.5 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 126hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Great Britain
May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010

10000 mi
repair chipped paint on lower rear doors 

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2009.5 Kia Soul 4dr Hatch

122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Kia Soul in Ireland
Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

6820 mi
ESP light not going out. problem found to be faulty fuse relating to brake lights. 

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