One problem related to engine overheat has been reported for the 2017 Kia Motor Soul. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2017 Kia Motor Soul based on all problems reported for the 2017 Soul.
While at work, driving, and in acceleration, the engine would start knocking. On my way home, the knocking got louder. Half way home, the engine stalled out on a major highway and I had to coast the vehicle through en exit ramp to stop on a service road. Fluid was found leaking from under the vehicle. Having put the vehicle in a service shop, the mechanic advised that the rod blew a hole straight through the engine block. Said it was more likely from the engine overheating, but would not be officially certain. Mechanic later pulled me aside and informed me that kia had been having major problems with their engines blowing. He also advised me there was a recall situation going on, but couldn't be certain whether my vehicle was or would be included in that.