2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs 2023 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 | 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2023 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 60 | 50 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 363 | 51 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 120 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 17 | 13 |
| Steering | 17 | 8 |
| Engine | 4 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV
2023 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.