2020 Kia Soul electrical system problems
28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2020 Kia Soul — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle has experienced intermittent stalling and near-stalling while driving. The problem began after a prior Kia engine replacement related to DTC P1327/P132700. After the engine replacement, the vehicle developed additional drivability and warning-light concerns, including P0420 and…”
filed Sep 4, 2026
“Engine shut off while making a turn. Took car to mechanic and he stated that the car did not display any error messages. The car also over heated while driving in freeway.”
filed Apr 20, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Soul years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Soul | 9 | 31% |
| 2023 Soul | 13 | 26% |
| 2022 Soul | 10 | 11% |
| 2021 Soul | 15 | 6% |
| 2019 Soul | 14 | 10% |
| 2018 Soul | 19 | 9% |
| 2017 Soul | 19 | 7% |
| 2016 Soul | 56 | 7% |
| 2015 Soul | 75 | 8% |
| 2014 Soul | 98 | 11% |
| 2013 Soul | 71 | 11% |
| 2012 Soul | 38 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2020 Kia Soul
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.