2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs 2019 Kia Soul
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 | 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2019 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 175 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 627 | 98 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 119 | 27–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 13,658 mi | 53,023 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 85 | 13 |
| Engine | 2 | 86 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 44 | 12 |
| Steering | 45 | 5 |
| Power Train | 13 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 19 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 33 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
2019 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.