2013 Honda Fit vs 2013 Kia Soul
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Honda Fit | 2013 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 176 | 662 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 50 | 133 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 45 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–118 | 25–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,468 mi | 95,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 283 |
| Steering | 8 | 151 |
| Air Bags | 92 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 71 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 67 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 44 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 60 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 22 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 103 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 74 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 34 |
| Overheating | 0 | 26 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 22 |
2013 Honda Fit
2013 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.