The Lemon Index2019 Kia Soul. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 26 / 31 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 24 / 30 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | FWD | 26 / 31 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 25 / 30 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| Electric | Auto (A1) | FWD | 124 / 93 / 108 | Electricity | $700 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 8,800 and 99,500 miles. Median 50,000, from 45 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 50,000 | 22,300–106,000 | 19 |
| Engine | 81,600 | 63,500–104,500 | 6 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 35% |
| Airbags | 15% |
| Electrical | 15% |
| Body structure | 9% |
| Wipers & visibility | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 17 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
22V031000 Jan 2022 Air Bags
Defect. Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Risk. Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Loss of motive power | 2022 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 99
Kia filed 99 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- CYLINDER HEAD STEEL BALL INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION - This Pitstop provides information…
- PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake…
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 1.6L T-GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER INSTALLATION (SC190) - This bulletin…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Soul SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Kia Soul EV SUV FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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