2011 Audi A3 vs 2011 Kia Soul
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Audi A3 | 2011 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 194 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 850 | 66 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,100 mi | 55,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 32 |
| Engine | 6 | 24 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 13 |
| Power Train | 3 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 8 |
| Structure | 1 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2011 Audi A3
2011 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.