Kia Soul Lemon Law Claims

Safety recall

Engine

NHTSA 21V259000 · Reported 2021-04-13 · Manufacturer campaign SC209

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia Motors America.

Reported condition: “The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which may result in engine damage.”

Safety recall

Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

NHTSA 25V099000 · Reported 2025-02-17 · Manufacturer campaign SC336

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia America, Inc..

Reported condition: “The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.”

Consumer allegations · 178 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2020-11-19 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (85), starting or stalling (77), inspection or repair procedures (44). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 26 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2021-03-05 through 2026-08-10

The text includes references to starting or stalling (6), shifting or acceleration (5), leaks or water entry (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 26 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2021-05-07 through 2026-06-29

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), shifting or acceleration (6), inspection or repair procedures (6). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 13 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2020-10-30 through 2026-04-12

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2020-10-30 through 2026-04-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), starting or stalling (3), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2021-01-11 through 2026-04-20

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (5), warnings or diagnostic codes (4), starting or stalling (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2021-01-11 through 2026-03-16

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (2), starting or stalling (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2020-10-28 through 2026-03-16

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2020-10-28 through 2026-07-16

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), starting or stalling (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2020-10-30 through 2026-08-10

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2021-12-28 through 2023-08-22

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2023-10-23 through 2026-02-26

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Service information · 43 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2020-09-24 through 2026-08-05

The text includes references to software or module updates (19), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), inspection or repair procedures (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 15 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2020-12-02 through 2025-04-17

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), software or module updates (5), shifting or acceleration (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 15 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2020-10-14 through 2025-09-04

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (7), noise or vibration (5), software or module updates (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 11 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2021-09-13 through 2026-06-09

The text includes references to software or module updates (6), charging or battery concerns (2), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 9 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2020-12-02 through 2023-09-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (2), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2021-03-25 through 2024-10-18

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), software or module updates (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2021-08-23 through 2025-12-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), software or module updates (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Brakes and stability control

Communication dates: 2023-01-05 through 2023-07-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2024-07-26 through 2024-09-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2023-05-31

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Kia 25V099 Piston Oil Ring Recall Effectiveness

AQ25001 · Opened 2025-08-06 · Closed 2025-12-18

The 2021 Soul is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “On August 6, 2025, the Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) opened Audit Query (AQ) 25001 to assess the implementation of Kia America, Inc.’s (Kia) remedy program for Safety Recall 25V099, involving incorrectly manufactured piston oil rings which may damage the …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Overall: 4 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2021 Kia Soul, SUV · FWD

Safety recall

Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

NHTSA 25V099000 · Reported 2025-02-17 · Manufacturer campaign SC336

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia America, Inc..

Reported condition: “The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.”

Consumer allegations · 70 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2023-03-07 through 2026-07-17

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (30), starting or stalling (20), shifting or acceleration (10). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 17 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2021-10-12 through 2026-06-25

The text includes references to starting or stalling (4), warnings or diagnostic codes (4), shifting or acceleration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 12 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2022-02-17 through 2026-06-14

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), starting or stalling (5), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2023-05-17 through 2026-06-14

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), shifting or acceleration (5), starting or stalling (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2023-08-10 through 2026-05-08

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), shifting or acceleration (3), starting or stalling (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2021-12-28 through 2025-06-17

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2023-09-15 through 2025-10-27

The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2023-09-15 through 2025-06-15

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2025-03-09 through 2025-05-15

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Body and closures

Received: 2023-05-27

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2025-06-15

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Service information · 35 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2022-01-24 through 2026-05-28

The text includes references to software or module updates (21), charging or battery concerns (4), inspection or repair procedures (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 16 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2022-03-24 through 2026-06-09

The text includes references to software or module updates (7), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 11 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2021-09-14 through 2026-08-05

The text includes references to software or module updates (3), inspection or repair procedures (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2022-11-18 through 2025-04-17

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2024-01-08 through 2024-09-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Brakes and stability control

Communication dates: 2023-01-05 through 2023-07-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2023-03-20 through 2023-08-14

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2023-12-12 through 2024-10-18

The text includes references to software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2025-12-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Kia 25V099 Piston Oil Ring Recall Effectiveness

AQ25001 · Opened 2025-08-06 · Closed 2025-12-18

The 2022 Soul is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “On August 6, 2025, the Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) opened Audit Query (AQ) 25001 to assess the implementation of Kia America, Inc.’s (Kia) remedy program for Safety Recall 25V099, involving incorrectly manufactured piston oil rings which may damage the …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Overall: 4 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 Kia Soul, SUV · FWD

Safety recall

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel

NHTSA 23V298000 · Reported 2023-04-26 · Manufacturer campaign SC270

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia America, Inc..

Reported condition: “The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," …”

Safety recall

Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Fluid/Lubricant: Pump

NHTSA 23V531000 · Reported 2023-07-31 · Manufacturer campaign SC275

The campaign addresses fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia America, Inc..

Reported condition: “The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.”

Park an affected vehicle outside and away from structures as instructed by the manufacturer. Confirm current precautions and repair arrangements.

Safety recall

Air Bags

NHTSA 23V830000 · Reported 2023-12-22 · Manufacturer campaign SC289

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia America, Inc..

Reported condition: “Due to a manufacturing error, the side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly.”

Safety recall

Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

NHTSA 25V099000 · Reported 2025-02-17 · Manufacturer campaign SC336

The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Kia America, Inc..

Reported condition: “The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.”

Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-05-04 through 2026-03-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2022-09-25 through 2026-08-24

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 14 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2022-10-28 through 2026-09-04

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), noise or vibration (4), shifting or acceleration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 13 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2022-09-25 through 2026-08-24

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), inspection or repair procedures (3), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2022-10-28 through 2026-05-26

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (4), charging or battery concerns (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2023-01-10 through 2026-03-08

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2023-09-09 through 2026-02-16

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2023-09-09 through 2026-09-19

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2022-12-21 through 2026-08-24

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2022-10-28 through 2024-07-02

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (2), starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2026-05-08

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Service information · 28 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2022-08-16 through 2026-08-19

The text includes references to software or module updates (16), warnings or diagnostic codes (4), inspection or repair procedures (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 6 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2022-06-27 through 2025-09-04

The text includes references to software or module updates (2), inspection or repair procedures (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2022-11-18 through 2025-04-17

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2023-05-31 through 2026-06-04

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Brakes and stability control

Communication dates: 2023-01-05 through 2023-07-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2024-07-26 through 2024-09-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2025-11-01 through 2025-12-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2022-08-10

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2023-09-28

The text includes references to software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Kia 25V099 Piston Oil Ring Recall Effectiveness

AQ25001 · Opened 2025-08-06 · Closed 2025-12-18

The 2023 Soul is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “On August 6, 2025, the Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) opened Audit Query (AQ) 25001 to assess the implementation of Kia America, Inc.’s (Kia) remedy program for Safety Recall 25V099, involving incorrectly manufactured piston oil rings which may damage the …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Overall: 4 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2023 Kia Soul, SUV · FWD

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2024-06-23 through 2026-04-27

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2024-06-23 through 2026-08-15

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2024-07-02 through 2026-07-14

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (3), software or module updates (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2024-09-16 through 2025-10-06

The text includes references to starting or stalling (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2024-09-10 through 2026-07-09

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2024-12-11 through 2026-03-13

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2025-04-09 through 2025-10-06

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2024-06-23

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2024-09-27

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Service information · 16 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2024-02-09 through 2026-08-19

The text includes references to software or module updates (6), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2024-05-16 through 2025-04-17

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2023-07-28 through 2025-04-03

The text includes references to software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2024-01-08 through 2024-09-13

The text includes references to noise or vibration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2025-03-13 through 2026-06-04

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2025-12-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Overall: 4 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Kia Soul, SUV · FWD

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2025-12-26 through 2026-05-29

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2025-07-02 through 2026-08-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2025-07-12 through 2026-03-09

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2025-10-14 through 2026-02-02

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Received: 2026-02-02

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2026-03-24

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2026-08-06

The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2026-08-06

The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Service information · 9 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2025-03-11 through 2026-08-19

The text includes references to software or module updates (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2025-03-13

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2025-04-17

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2025-07-25

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2025-12-09

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Overall: 4 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Kia Soul, SUV · FWD