Kia Motor Soul owners have reported 350 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (323 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brakes failed (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I purchased dorman part #74015 brake pedal stopper from autozone altamonte after an employee recommended it for my 2012 kia Soul without checking system compatibility. I installed it that night. On, while driving on a busy road in orlando, FL, my brake pedal locked completely solid and could not be Read details...
Attempting to park: vehicle accelerated rapidly, brake failed to stop or do anything. Vehicle jumped over tire stop then 8" mall walkway hitting building and store window. Read details...
Brake light will not illuminate when depressed. Break light switch not functioning properly. Esc/stability control light stays on continuous while car is in motion or stopped. Tail lights burn out every 6-12 month, as well as head lamps burning out often. Read details...
Intermittent loss of brakes (no pressure, straight to the floor, pumping does not help), extremely difficult to replicate on command. After loss of brakes in a parking lot, then at an intersection, replaced all rotors/pads, master cylinder and no leaks or other warning signs. Read details...
This is the second time I have had to take my vehicle in to have the speed sensors fixed. Now kia is trying to charge me $400+ for something that is obviously a defect within the system. They have failed to respond to my many complaints, and I am hoping you all can do an investigation as to why I Read details...