Two problems related to starter have been reported for the 2018 Kia Motor Soul. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Kia Motor Soul based on all problems reported for the 2018 Soul.
The contact owns a 2018 kia Soul. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact had to add one quart of oil per week. The battery was replaced on three occasions. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 57 mph while driving. There was an abnormal creaking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that there was no oil in the oil pan, but there was no indication of a leak. The oil light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine was limp, and the starter was becoming inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine was becoming inoperable, and an engine replacement was recommended. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, kia of naples (3325 westview dr, naples, FL 34104) for an oil consumption and rod bearing test. The manufacturer was contacted and extended the warranty to 150,000 and declined to replace the engine due to missing maintenance records. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Car consistently won't start as if the battery is dead. Will start once battery is jumped. Battery, starter, and alternator tests come back fine.
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