Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problems of the 2013 Kia Motor Soul

14 problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises have been reported for the 2013 Kia Motor Soul. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Kia Motor Soul based on all problems reported for the 2013 Soul.

1 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2020

Engine began making ticking noises while stationary and while driving and engine check light came on. Took it to dealer; dealer changed oil & filter and said problem was bad oil filter causing low oil pressure. Engine check light came on again a few weeks later. Returned to dealer; technician has found metal shavings in the oil and expects complete engine failure in the future.

2 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2020

At 97000 miles the engine began a ticking noise. All fuel and oil levels were appropriate. Less than 2 weeks after that noise began before I could get into a service appointment, I was driving down the highway, the ticking got louder then made a poof noise and the car died. No internal or external lights, nothing. I coasted to the shoulder. I had it towed to a shop where they stated that a rod had come apart and the engine now had a hole in the side and would need to be replaced.

3 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 05/07/2020

I was having issues with a prior recall, concerning the catalytic converters and overheating. (potentially leading to a stall / engine fire) I took my car to the shop and was told they had ran the upgrade and my car was mechanically sound. Throughout the following year, I had contacted kia over my car acting strange and not allowing me to accelerate while going down the road on several occasions. The car maxed out between 25-35 mph on major highways 4 times to date. I kept taking it in and they done inspections, the car appeared in good mechanical shape. Exactly 2-3 days after picking my car up, it stalled on me again, resulting in 3 semi trucks almost colliding into me. My speed went from 75mpg down to 30mph on a 70mph interstate. After the upgrade, my engine would randomly start making a chirping sound / ticking sound. Several misfire codes presented themselves throughout this time and yet nothing was found stored in the cars computer. Kia stated it was recall related at one point and when the engine stalled the last round, the engine and car started shuddering down the interstate and now the engine has a loud knocking noise coming from it (threw piston / rod) and kia will not assist in the inspection of this safety recall issue. Kia has had me pay several times for inspections and towing to date. Hundreds of other owners have experienced these problems after they received the ecu logic upgrade and also prior to receiving it. Kia stated they were not exactly sure about my issues and that they have not received any other reports from owners concerning these matters. However, bbb and several online sources can confirm that others have experienced these exact same problems. I almost lost my life on 4 different occasions due to these safety issues. I have forum screenshots and a video on my problems. They all exceed 5mb. Any other way to send?.

4 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 03/02/2020

I was driving south on I 5 in everett wa, like I do every morning, when my engine started making rattling and clanking noises and started to lose power to the point I was nearly in multiple accidents. I was luckily able to make it off the freeway safely. As soon as I brought the vehicle to a stop, it died and has since lost all ability to function. This car received regular oil changes and maintenance.

5 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2020

Tl- the contact owns a 2013 kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle began to make a faint tapping noise that progressively got louder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph the tapping sound turned into a knocking noise and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle's engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership (southside kia located at 9401 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, FL 32225 phone number 904-406-7779) who informed the contact that their vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19v120000 (engine and engine and engine cooling) however, due to the diagnostic reading showing a different code from the one indicated in the recall, the dealer stated they were unable to provide the repair. The contact stated that according to the information within the recall, there vehicle was exhibiting the same failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that there was no specific code for the recall repair. The manufacturer opened case number 13511858 regarding the matter and informed the contact that a representative would be reaching out, however, the contact had not received a call back as of yet. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000. Gl.

6 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2020

The contact owns a 2013 kia Soul. The contact stated that the while driving approximately 40 mph, the clunking noise was present coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer ewald kia located at 36883 e wisconsin Ave, oconomowoc, WI 53066 who diagnosed that the engine rod had failed and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 117,000.

7 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2019

Engine losing power engine stalls low oil for the last year tapping sound from engine. My family and I feel very unsafe driving this car it's parked in the garage. We've heard about the fires about the breakdowns the car freezing up and we will not drive it. We need help getting this issue resolved. 101,000 mi on the car. Please reach out to us if you can. 6514926532 muskyhuntrer2@gmail. Com this is lisa's father I'm trying to help her get this car repaired james jackson thank you.

8 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Soul. While operating the vehicle, the contact heard a clanking noise under the front of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined. High country kia (4004 e. Main st, farmington, nm) was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,000.

9 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2019

Tl- the contact owns a 2013 kia Soul. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a clanking noise was present coming from under the front of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer high country kia(4004 e. Main st, farmington nm) was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,000. Jft.

10 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 06/17/2019

On Monday 06/17/2019 at approximately 4:15 I was on the expressway driving in traffic around 60 mph when my car started to make a ticking sound as I accelerated. Thinking maybe it had something to do with my recent oil change I so I dismissed it initially. After another ten minutes my car I heard a loud clank under my car but I continued to drive thinking I may have ran over road debris. Then I had a person in a white altima flag me down and told me I was on fire. I immediately pulled over on interstate 285 w in atlanta GA and lifted the hood where I witnessed my engine flaming from the bottom. I began dowsing the fire with my case of bottled water til it was under control. Kia has a recall on my engine recall statusrecall incomplete summary Kia Motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in the 2012-2016 my kia Soul vehicles equipped with the 1. 6l gasoline direct injection (gdi) engine. The defect may cause damage to the catalytic converter due to overheating, resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to the engine pistons. Piston damage can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If a piston rod breaks and punctures the engine block, oil can escape, increasing the risk of a fire.

11 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 11/22/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Soul. While driving 40 mph, there was an abnormal clicking noise coming from the engine and smoke under the hood. The vehicle lost power and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was able to be coasted to the side of the road. The contact powered off the engine, but the vehicle failed to restart. The contact also stated that thick white smoke came out of the tailpipe. The vehicle was towed to hatfield kia (located at 1455 auto mall dr, columbus, OH 43228, (855) 226-5444) where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 12952277. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000.

12 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 06/17/2018

Takata recall my 2013 kia Soul had been a great car for almost 5 years now. Out of no where when I was driving my car it just started to make this really loud knocking and ticking sound. The check engine light came on and it shuts off while I'm driving. I got it to turn on I took it to kia they did the diagnosis its an engine failure my rod is faulty the guy said but my warranty apparently just ended but how does my 5 year old car have engine failure out of the blue it only has 56. 263 miles on it I only use it locally I maintenance my car how does this happen.

13 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 03/06/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Soul. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal ticking noise and the temperature gauge increased to high. Additional oil was added to the vehicle and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to jenkins kia of ocala (2305 sw college rd, ocala, FL 34471, (352) 502-4425) where it was diagnosed with high heat symptoms, engine failure, and the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 206,000. The VIN was unknown.

14 Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2017

My boyfriend was driving , we been hearing a ticking sound and engine light came on. We always have are oil change but in a month it's time for more oil.



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