2011 Kia Soul vs 2011 Scion XB
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 | 2011 Kia Soul | 2011 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 193 | 54 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 142 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–28 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Soul | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 25 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 32 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 1 |
| Engine | 24 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 2 |
| Structure | 12 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 | 0 |
| Power Train | 13 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
2011 Kia Soul
2011 Scion XB
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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.