Kia Motor Soul owners have reported 381 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 18 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (321 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission failure (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The engine in my 2015 kia Soul was replaced under warranty in June 2025. Only 3,568 miles later, the replacement engine failed. The vehicle displayed code p1326 and quickly lost oil, leaving it unsafe and undriveable on the road. Read details...
I purchased a brand new 2022 kia Soul gt line on 9/01/2022. At 4300 miles, the ivt transmission imploded while on the freeway. Same issues as all the others reported here - fluctuating rpms, followed by a complete loss of power while the tach is redlined. Read details...
The contact owns a 2015 kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on two separate occasion while driving 35 mph. The contact also stated that while at a stop light and attempting to proceed while making a left turn, the vehicle failed to accelerate. Read details...
I was on a two-hour drive when the car started making odd noises and the automatic gears did not seem to be syncing/shifting correctly with my acceleration. I had to pull over off the highway several times. Then the check engine light came on. That's when it started to get really bad. Read details...
Purchased a 2020 kia Soul Jan 2020. 2/15/21 I came to a stoplight hit the gas and realize there's no power. Had to put the car in park and restart the engine. Check engine light is on. Go to dealership the check engine light is on the whole time. Read details...