2013 Kia Soul vs 2015 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 Kia Soul | 2015 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 662 | 897 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 133 | 164 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 45 | 83 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–27 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 95,000 mi | 88,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Soul | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 283 | 628 |
| Steering | 151 | 44 |
| Electrical System | 71 | 75 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 27 | 76 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 58 |
| Power Train | 14 | 60 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 67 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 30 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 103 | 181 |
| Clunking / rattling | 74 | 80 |
| Stalling | 60 | 134 |
| Vibration / shaking | 34 | 45 |
| Overheating | 26 | 36 |
| Loss of power | 22 | 61 |
| Oil consumption | 22 | 64 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 15 | 0 |
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.