2010 Honda Fit vs 2010 Kia Soul
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Honda Fit | 2010 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 183 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 74 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 26–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 41,512 mi | 21,150 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 83 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 24 |
| Structure | 11 | 21 |
| Steering | 18 | 12 |
| Power Train | 15 | 11 |
| Visibility | 7 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2010 Honda Fit
2010 Kia Soul
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.