2010 Kia Soul vs 2010 Pontiac Vibe
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 Kia Soul | 2010 Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 134 | 58 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 980 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–28 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 21,150 mi | 41,050 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Soul | Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 1 |
| Structure | 21 | 1 |
| Steering | 12 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 7 |
| Power Train | 11 | 3 |
| Engine | 9 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
2010 Kia Soul
2010 Pontiac Vibe
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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.