general problems of the 2021 Kia Motor Soul

Two problems related to exterior lighting have been reported for the 2021 Kia Motor Soul. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2021 Kia Motor Soul based on all problems reported for the 2021 Soul.

1 Exterior Lighting problem

Failure Date: 02/06/2025

Less than 24 hours after being purchased as a kia factory certified pre-owned vehicle my daughter was driving. While driving headlights, wipers, and dash lights went out including infotainment/carplay map display on a rainy day. California requires headlights be on when wipers are used. Occurred while doing approximately 25 mph after going over a speed bump. When stopped and key was turned to acc, they came back on. Issue did not return when vehicle was started again. Dealer has said they can find not fault. We have located threads for this issue with other kia models on [xxx] . One common factor is they are key start, not push start models. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2 Exterior Lighting problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2024

The contact owns a 2021 kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, he became aware that the headlamps were not functioning properly. The exterior lighting warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that a short in the electrical system resulted in exterior lights burning out and identified burned wiring. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 13,000.


Other Exterior Lighting related problems of the 2021 Kia Motor Soul

Exterior Lighting problems
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Hazard Flashing Warning Light Unit problems
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