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Kia Soul 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

Kia Soul 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10427688

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . vehicle suffered sudden loss of performance, would only accelerate sluggish, rpm would not go beyond 2500 rpm, had to get vehicle towed to dealership, lost driveability. *tt.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A57C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in LUBBOCK, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Soul 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Unknown Or Other

Kia Soul 2012 Unknown Or Other Review #10427688

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . vehicle suffered sudden loss of performance, would only accelerate sluggish, rpm would not go beyond 2500 rpm, had to get vehicle towed to dealership, lost driveability. *tt.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A57C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in LUBBOCK, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Soul 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Structure

Kia Soul 2012 Structure Review #10432442

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE . the 2012 kia soul does not come with a spare tire, instead it comes with a can of fix- a- flat and a air pump. there is no jack either. the flat may be fixed if the damage is on the tread and the hole is under 1/4 inch in diameter. if the damage is on the sidewall or greater than 1/4 inch, the vehicle has to be towed. for those people that have no cell phone or are in an area that gets no reception they will be stranded until another motorist comes along and these days most motorists don't stop for other drivers. kia offers road side assistance with the vehicle, but if you are traveling in a remote area, in the southwest (like death valley for example) what do you do without a spare? if your cell phone quits, you're done. even if you have aaa, their driver will have to tow the vehicle as he won't have a spare either. i purchased a spare,jack, and tools for a 2011 kia soul when i realized i had no spare.kia told me that all the manufactures have gone to the fix- a -flat and pump verses the donut spare and jack. there are going to be a lot of angry people when they start realizing they don't have a spare and they are in the middle of nowhere and can't get a cell signal. my concern is traveling at night in remote areas and becoming pray to other motorist with not so good intentions. i think this is a potential disaster waiting to happen. most drivers don't check for a spare when they buy a new vehicle, they just assume it has one. this is a very dangerous trend. if nothing else happens at least look into making kia provide a disclaimer before the vehicle is sold. i found out after i purchased the vehicle. *tr.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Tires Temporary/emergency Spare Tire

Kia Soul 2012 Tires Temporary/emergency Spare Tire Review #10432442

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE . the 2012 kia soul does not come with a spare tire, instead it comes with a can of fix- a- flat and a air pump. there is no jack either. the flat may be fixed if the damage is on the tread and the hole is under 1/4 inch in diameter. if the damage is on the sidewall or greater than 1/4 inch, the vehicle has to be towed. for those people that have no cell phone or are in an area that gets no reception they will be stranded until another motorist comes along and these days most motorists don't stop for other drivers. kia offers road side assistance with the vehicle, but if you are traveling in a remote area, in the southwest (like death valley for example) what do you do without a spare? if your cell phone quits, you're done. even if you have aaa, their driver will have to tow the vehicle as he won't have a spare either. i purchased a spare,jack, and tools for a 2011 kia soul when i realized i had no spare.kia told me that all the manufactures have gone to the fix- a -flat and pump verses the donut spare and jack. there are going to be a lot of angry people when they start realizing they don't have a spare and they are in the middle of nowhere and can't get a cell signal. my concern is traveling at night in remote areas and becoming pray to other motorist with not so good intentions. i think this is a potential disaster waiting to happen. most drivers don't check for a spare when they buy a new vehicle, they just assume it has one. this is a very dangerous trend. if nothing else happens at least look into making kia provide a disclaimer before the vehicle is sold. i found out after i purchased the vehicle. *tr.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train Review #10438749

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the transmission downshifted and caused the vehicle to decelerate abnormally. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that they were unable to duplicate the failure. this failure recurred at least three times since the purchase of the vehicle. the manufacturer was notified who advised that they could not repair a vehicle that the dealer was unable to diagnose. the failure mileage was 860. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 860 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A63C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in BEACON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting Review #10443440

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 09, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . not sure if model is 2012 or 2011. a kia soul was in front of me at a stop light. the stop lights on the vehicle were so bright as to almost blind me. is there a national standard that limits the maximum light on brake taillights? *tr.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in RENTON, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Soul 2012 Electronic Stability Control Review #10450518

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . i bought a brand new kia soul in nov of 2011. within 200 miles of ownership, the electronic stability control malfunction and falsely activated. the esc not only falsely activated but remained activated. the steering wheel was locked up and could only be turned if considerable force was applied to it. i carefully pulled over the to side of the road. i turned off my vehicle then started it back up hoping the esc would turn off. it did not. i ended up having to get the vehicle towed to my dealer. the kia dealer service shop ultimately had to replace the entire steering column to "fix" the problem. about two months later i was driving down the interstate and attempted to do a lane change. again the electronic stability control falsely activated and caused me to collide with the vehicle directly in front of me. when the esc activated, the steering wheel locked up and caused a sudden loss of control, resulting in the accident. these are just 2 of many incidents i have experienced. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A65C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in CINCINNATI, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Steering

Kia Soul 2012 Steering Review #10450518

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with STEERING . i bought a brand new kia soul in nov of 2011. within 200 miles of ownership, the electronic stability control malfunction and falsely activated. the esc not only falsely activated but remained activated. the steering wheel was locked up and could only be turned if considerable force was applied to it. i carefully pulled over the to side of the road. i turned off my vehicle then started it back up hoping the esc would turn off. it did not. i ended up having to get the vehicle towed to my dealer. the kia dealer service shop ultimately had to replace the entire steering column to "fix" the problem. about two months later i was driving down the interstate and attempted to do a lane change. again the electronic stability control falsely activated and caused me to collide with the vehicle directly in front of me. when the esc activated, the steering wheel locked up and caused a sudden loss of control, resulting in the accident. these are just 2 of many incidents i have experienced. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A65C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in CINCINNATI, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting Review #10451710

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . driving home from work turned right blinker on to make turn and noticed the blinker arrow in the instrument cluster stayed on.when i got home i checked the lights and blinker and on the right side the headlight and blinker were not working .i called the dealer and they are going to look at it .i have only had the car 24 hours i will let you know what happens .i am praying it is just something simple . *tr.Mileage was 203 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting Review #10452134

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 17, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . i posted a complaint earlier with the blinker and headlight not working. i took it back to the dealer 3/17/12 it was a loose ground they fixed it and i thank god it was something simple. *tr.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train Review #10453192

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact was driving 60 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was restarted but the failure recurred as the contact was attempting to drive uphill. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the dealer stated to the contact that the vehicle needed a software update. the failure mileage was 600. .Mileage was 600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A65C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in READING, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Soul 2012 Electronic Stability Control Review #10454467

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 28, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . operational warning lights for brakes-stability control-anti-lock brakes. i have returned to dealer 3 times and they were unable to fix. this creates a safety concern.i.e. do these systems function as required when driving conditions present themselves. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A65C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in PUNTA GORDA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10454467

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 28, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . operational warning lights for brakes-stability control-anti-lock brakes. i have returned to dealer 3 times and they were unable to fix. this creates a safety concern.i.e. do these systems function as required when driving conditions present themselves. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A65C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in PUNTA GORDA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Kia Soul 2012 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

Kia Soul 2012 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Review #10455868

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 06, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact stated the blower, which operated the air conditioner and defroster, malfunctioned. the windows did not defrost and impaired the field of vision. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer. the dealer replaced the under wire cable and the blower system, but none of the repairs remeded the failure. the contact also notified the manufacturer and filed a complaint. the failure mileage was 3,000. updated 05/21/12 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle has been to the dealer seven times for the same problem. updated 05/23/12.Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A51C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in STREETSBORO, OH. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 03, 2011. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Soul 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL DORATY . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 330-721-9102 . DEALER'S CITY: MEDINA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 44256 .

Kia Soul 2012 Wheels

Kia Soul 2012 Wheels Review #10458477

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on May 12, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with WHEELS . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact stated the driver of the vehicle was traveling 35 mph when the tire failed. the tire pressure warning light also illuminated on the instrument panel. when the driver attempted to change the tire the vehicle was equipped with a repair kit instead of a spare tire. the repair kit was fix-a-flat and a dc air pump. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was notified and stated they were aware that some vehicles do not have spare tires. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 7200..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 7200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A6XC7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in FRANKLIN, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train Review #10458588

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact stated that once shifted into park, the vehicle automatically unlocked all of the doors. the contact believed the failure to be a safety issue since the feature was unable to be turned off. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the vehicle was performing to standards and that they were unable to alter the design of the vehicle. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 100 and the current mileage was 1,200. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A62C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in WESTERVILLE, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Engine

Kia Soul 2012 Engine Review #10458979

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on May 18, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE . car had an oil change and was washed then came home. car's front defroster was noted to be stuck on and white smoke started to billow out from under the hood. quick check under the car noted a flame that was either coming from the catalytic converter or reflecting in the exhaust from somewhere on the bottom/side of the engine. no fluids were shown to be leaking onto the driveway or were visible. car then rapidly went up in flames and was a complete loss. fire department had to put out. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 14250 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in MILTON, DE. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags Review #10463652

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on June 23, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS . two occupants in front seats of 2012 kia soul. involved in a passenger side collision at the front door. other car was traveling at the speed of 40mph or greater at the time of collision. caused more than $8500 to the kia soul. there was no air bag deployment. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3379 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A60C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Tires

Kia Soul 2012 Tires Review #10464237

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 28, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . flat tire. kia service claimed a metal shard. problem is same thing occurred again 06/06/2012. flat tire. kia service claimed a metal shard. this is occurring in regular traffic, not construction etc. conclusion: tires aren't safe. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A67C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in FORT WAYNE, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Instrument Panel

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10464926

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 02, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . 2012 kia soul. consumer states that the instrument panel could not be seen. *kb the consumer stated kia needs to change the background color of its instruments to white letters over a blue background. the consumer stated it was hard to see, the red needles on a black background. *jb.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in NORRISTOWN, PA. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 18, 2011. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Steering

Kia Soul 2012 Steering Review #10467482

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 22, 2011.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STEERING . 2012 kia soul. consumer states power steering failure *tgw the consumer stated the first time the power steering failed, the dealer was able to find an error code of 300 electrical and they replaced the steering motor. on jan 13, 2012 as the consumer was pulling out of his driveway, he discovered the power steering failed again. he stopped, turned off the ignition and waited five seconds and then turned it back on. it appeared to work fine after that. on jan. 201, 12, as the consumer was exiting a parking lot, the power steering failed again. he stopped, turned off the ignition and waited 10 seconds and then turned it back on again. it appeared to work fine afterwards . .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A58C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting Review #10469078

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 23, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact stated that after a heavy rain, condensation was found in the passenger side head light. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 8,200 and the current mileage was 8,300. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A64C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in CAPE CORAL, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Suspension

Kia Soul 2012 Suspension Review #10472690

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 24, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . driving south on i65 between gardendale, al and birmingham, al. at approximately 60 mph - clear day, sunny appx 80 degrees at 11:00 am cst. concrete roadway with expansion joints. experienced violent gyrations - car literally bouncing off roadway. slowed to 50 mph and moved vehicle to far left lane - roadway was smoother and car returned to a stable condition. the original lane was rougher. but the car became very unstable to the point of fearing that i would lose control. i was able to resume normal freeway speeds without further incidents. no apparent damage but i will have the suspension checked by the dealer. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A64C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in BROWNSBORO, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

Kia Soul 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10478179

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 13, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i bought a 2012 kia soul from capital city kia in montpelier, vermont just over a month ago. it had 600 miles on it. after two weeks of driving it very seldom, it stopped operating while i was driving it and i had it towed to the nearest kia dealership. they kept it there for a couple hours and worked on it while i waited and then sent me on my way. they said it was just loose connections. a half an hour later the car quite while i was driving again and i had to have it towed again. they kept the car for diagnostics. i was frustrated and afraid to drive the car without some reassurance that it was truly fixed. they said they did everything they could. i left with the car and went into a store for a half of an hour and when i went to drive home, it died again. this time they sent their most experienced technicians to me who experienced starting it up and then having it die again. they had to have it towed again. upon picking it up after it was worked on, i was told that it was a specific thing( don't know what it was or how to explain) and that it was set to go. yesterday, while i was out running errands it died while i was driving it for again. kia in williston said they would take it in but i would have to get ride home, so i asked to have it toed to where i bought it in montpelier and stated that i would not drive the car ever again, citing the danger of having it quit again and this time in a dangerous place and at a dangerous speed. capital city has agreed to replace the car with a 2013, with higher payments. i do not want that. i do not want to have a car from kia, as i feel that their product is inferior and their service is unsatisfactory. i would like my money back and i would like that car to be destroyed so that no one else will every be in danger while driving it. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A55C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in MORETOWN, VT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Wheels

Kia Soul 2012 Wheels Review #10480136

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with WHEELS . the vehicle does not come with a spare tire of any kind. instead you are given a small air compressor and a can of tire sealant. this will not help if you have a complete tire blow out. in that instance you would need to have the vehicle towed and taken to a tire dealer. if you are in a remote area, with no cell phone coverage you are stranded. (in my case, the dealer did not tell me that there was no spare. i discovered it after i'd had the vehicle for 2 months.) *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Tires

Kia Soul 2012 Tires Review #10480136

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . the vehicle does not come with a spare tire of any kind. instead you are given a small air compressor and a can of tire sealant. this will not help if you have a complete tire blow out. in that instance you would need to have the vehicle towed and taken to a tire dealer. if you are in a remote area, with no cell phone coverage you are stranded. (in my case, the dealer did not tell me that there was no spare. i discovered it after i'd had the vehicle for 2 months.) *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Seat Belts Front Warning Light/devices

Kia Soul 2012 Seat Belts Front Warning Light/devices Review #10480921

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES . i was taking my aunt to the doctors office, she is older and forgot to attach her seat belt. i happened to look over and pulled over so she could attach her belt. however, there was no warning light or buzzer to indicate that the passenger seat belt was not attached. i took my car to the local dealer and they were amazed that there was no warning. after checking my car and another kia of the same year, i was advised that none of the kia souls have a warning system for the front passenger seat. is this a mistake by kia or are they not required to have an alarm indicating that the passenger seat belt is not engaged? the driver seat warning does work properly. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A51C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in HUDSON, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Seat Belts Review #10480921

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS . i was taking my aunt to the doctors office, she is older and forgot to attach her seat belt. i happened to look over and pulled over so she could attach her belt. however, there was no warning light or buzzer to indicate that the passenger seat belt was not attached. i took my car to the local dealer and they were amazed that there was no warning. after checking my car and another kia of the same year, i was advised that none of the kia souls have a warning system for the front passenger seat. is this a mistake by kia or are they not required to have an alarm indicating that the passenger seat belt is not engaged? the driver seat warning does work properly. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A51C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in HUDSON, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Seat Belts Review #10491939

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 02, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SEAT BELTS . my son was sitting in the right rear seat of a 2012 kia soul when it was rear ended by a honda crv going 35-40 mph. the impact pushed the kia into the subaru in front of them setting off both airbags in the front. the seat belt my son was wearing did not lock or retract. he hit his head on the back headrest went forward into the headrest on the front seat and then back into his headrest. the seat belt did nothing to restrain his movement during the accident. the kia was totaled by the insurance company. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 6000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A56C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in MORGANTOWN, WV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes Review #10491964

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . the brakes on all four wheel are "extremely" sensitive. this is not brakes grabbing, it is the the slightest pressure on the brake pedal brings braking system on "hard". in a panic stop situation it is very difficult to control the light touch to the brake pedal without over braking. the deal said this is normal. i say bs, this isn't my first new car. in a nut shell, the braking system is to sensitive making it difficult to control correct stopping distance. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A63C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in DES MOINES, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags Review #10493327

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS . my spouse hit a large male deer head on at appx 55mph at about 5am this morning. the airbag deployed, but the blast from the airbag burned completely through the sleeves of his jacket, through two layers of shirts, and caused second degree burns of his arms. had he not been wearing so many layers of clothing, we are confident that the burns would have been full thickness third degree burns. we have pictures of the burns on his arms and the burned garments. while we are pleased the airbag deployed, the heat generated and directed towards the driver is too high and extremely dangerous, causing serious burns and causing clothing to ignite which can result in death. though his clothing was burned completely through, the flame did not spread in his case. however, the airbag deployment could have ignited the driver's (my husband's) clothing and unnecessary killed him and burned him to death. the burns he suffered are not minor and would have been much worse without the layers of clothing that helped reduce the intensity. there is no excuse for such a serious safety hazard in a feature that is supposed to protect passengers and driver. causing serious burns, or worse, setting driver/passenger on fire, is harmful and potentially fatal. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in SANTA CLARITA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Steering

Kia Soul 2012 Steering Review #10493646

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 03, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with STEERING . we traveled from tennessee to florida and the steering kept locking-up on the kia soul. we went to galeana kia in ft. myers, fl and told them that ?when driving on the highway steering wheel just locks going straight and has to have applied pressure to turn right or left?. galeana kia did this on 12/4/2012: verify intermittent p/s assist inop. remove p/s column & assist unit. applied stabilant 22 to all connectors. remove control wiring harness. remove ipm module. remove & test hecu. found stripped bolt in ground gng10 loose ground. remove & rethreaded ground clean paint. notified tl. on the return trip back to tennessee, the steering started locking-up again. on 12/28/2012, we took the car the rusty wallace kia, and complained again about the steering. they kept the car for two days and returned to car to us and told us to drive it and call them if we still had the problem. on 1/17/2013, the steering started locking up again ? more often. on 1/21/2013, the steering is still locking up and i call rusty wallace kia to take it in for more service. i have contacted kia headquarters ([xxx]) about this steering problem and have case #[xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 14522 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A69C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in KODAK, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Review #10493834

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . started car sunday at 1:30 pm. notices gas gauge needle was below empty. backed out of parking space, put the car into drive - no instrumentation at all. tach at o, temp gauge at o, fuel gauge below empty. shut off ignition and restarted engine - still no instrumentation drove slowly to nearest gas station to fill tank (i did not remember but i never lat the tank get below 1/4 full) too 2.6 gallons to fill. speedometer and odometers not working. only dashboard light working is temp (outside) and the econ light. made an appointment with university kia - huntsville, al - left car after describing problem. the call monday pm said they were unable to determine the problem and since it was mlk day there was no tech support available - need to keep car overnight. no loaner could be authorized. u. kia called tuesday pm at 1:30 said they rebooted the computer and the gauges appear working but they probably would fail. kia tech services were to order and instrument cluster from korea as there were none in the us. would take several weeks to obtain and reprogram. i requested a loaner from the service manager but he could not authorize one. i requested he elevate the request ot the dealership owner or to kia management. he ([xxx]. kia service person) said he would forward my request and call me tomorrow (wednesday) this is just not an acceptable level of service. i cannot be without a vehicle for several weeks - especially since this is a major failure in a new auto that they are not prepared to repair quickly. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 6850 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A64C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in BROWNSBORO, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting Headlights

Kia Soul 2012 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10504854

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact stated that water penetrated the front passenger's sid headlight and caused condensation, obstructing the illumination of the headlights. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be inspected and the dealer advised that the headlight was operating normally. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 17,000 and the current mileage was 20,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A51C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in INDIO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Soul 2012 Steering

Kia Soul 2012 Steering Review #10504914

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STEERING . steering wheel locking at speed very dangerous is unsafe to drive vehicle. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8572 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A66C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in CORAL SPRINGS FLORIDA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline

Kia Soul 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10523312

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . my car is believed to be recalled, because the mpg (mile per gas?) is supposed to be between 30 to 34 mpg while driving on the highway. it was between 20 to 25 mpg all the times and never exceed to 34 mpg or more. the detail or guide showed that it can exceed to 34 mpg. i think maybe they lied or didn't know that it is recalled until they found out, but however they mailed me a form and with the url of the online form to fill out for the gift cards to be received. i did, but they are waiting for me to pick up the gift card (about $120) and i did not want it. i never thought that is how they treated me as a dumb customer and not have the mpg recall to replace or repair instead of receiving the gift card. it looks like they are trying to save the money, because they know that the replace or repair is very expensive. if the authorities read this, this must act now and have it repair or replace. the gas consumed a bit fast and wasted my money, because of this. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 700 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A65C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in MESQUITE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes Review #10525069

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . i was slowing approaching parking spot. vehicle started speeding rapidly, i could not stop vehicle and crashed into a brick building. my son was yelling to stop, i said i am trying and cannot. the air bags came out, car was smoking, badly dented. windshield broke. we were bruised and scratched. there was over $9500 worth of damage. the vehicle malfunctioned and sped out of control. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in BLAINE, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags Review #10525069

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with AIR BAGS . i was slowing approaching parking spot. vehicle started speeding rapidly, i could not stop vehicle and crashed into a brick building. my son was yelling to stop, i said i am trying and cannot. the air bags came out, car was smoking, badly dented. windshield broke. we were bruised and scratched. there was over $9500 worth of damage. the vehicle malfunctioned and sped out of control. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in BLAINE, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Structure Body

Kia Soul 2012 Structure Body Review #10525069

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . i was slowing approaching parking spot. vehicle started speeding rapidly, i could not stop vehicle and crashed into a brick building. my son was yelling to stop, i said i am trying and cannot. the air bags came out, car was smoking, badly dented. windshield broke. we were bruised and scratched. there was over $9500 worth of damage. the vehicle malfunctioned and sped out of control. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in BLAINE, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Review #10525681

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the radio froze and i couldn't change the station, program, or use the cd. next the backup camera wouldn't work. after driving further, the signals and lights on the dash ceased to function. i didn't drive more than 8 miles going to and from work and to the store. it has reset itself so far after the car sat for 3-9 hours. the kia toll free number referred me to the dealer in richmond, ca where i bought the used car, but was told it cannot be fixed until the car is brought in while trouble occurs. it has happened 6 times since june 26, 2013. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A66C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

Kia Soul 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10532211

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . faulty wiring harness. car was 3 weeks old. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Review #10532211

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . faulty wiring harness. car was 3 weeks old. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train Review #10534640

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with POWER TRAIN . vehicle with an automatic transmission is experiencing a violent shift from first gear to second gear under gentle acceleration and a lag in the shift where the engine races from 2nd to 3rd as if it was caught between gears. this is an intermittent problem that mainly seems to occur under gentle acceleration in traffic. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 29400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in KINGSLAND, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Visibility/wiper

Kia Soul 2012 Visibility/wiper Review #10537246

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 24, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . sat. 8-24-13, around 3:20 pm, i went out to my 2012 kia soul parked on the street, in part-shade, in a residential area of centerville, oh. the windows were cracked, and the temp outside was in the mid-80's. i opened my front door & put in my beach bag. i then opened the back door, and closed the front door, when i heard a 'boom'. the back glass on the hatch back exploded from the middle & laced everywhere else, leaving a hole in the middle about 2 feet wide. everyone at the scene stated that they had never seen a window break in that way, from heat or whatever, and it was their feeling that it had to be a 'defect' in the glass. i wasn't quite sure what to do, so i called 411 information & asked for the kia dealership in centerville. they gave me the number to the dealership in huber heights. i spoke to the gm, who answered the phone & i explained the situation. kia has a 60,000 mile, bumper to bumper warranty, that is boasted about as one of the best in the industry. i figured with it being a fluke, and not like brakes or tires that had normal wear & tear, that it would of course be covered. the gm proceeded to tell me that it wasn't, and that they couldn't help me but that i could bring it in on monday, as the service center was closed at this time. i asked if he could give me the number to the centerville dealership, as they gave me the wrong number. he stated that he didn't have their number & that it wasn't convenient for him to get it either. i stated that it was less convenient for me, as i was on the side of the road. he still refused to help me in any way get the number to the other dealership where i purchased my car. the back window will cost anywhere from $265 - $440 to replace. wow !! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57108 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A6XC7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in MIAMISBURG, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Steering

Kia Soul 2012 Steering Review #10545502

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 20012 kia soul. the contact stated that the steering wheel seized when the engine was started. the engine had to be restarted several times in order for the contact to be able to unlock the steering wheel. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who replaced the steering column however the failure was not corrected. the manufacture was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 2,432 and the current mileage is 6,100 updated 11/12/13*cn.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 2432 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A66C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in SARASOTA, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 21, 2012. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Soul 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: SUNSET KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 941-752-1000 . DEALER'S CITY: SARASOTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 34231 .

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train Review #10547682

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 8-31-13 is the first time i went into the dealership to complain about the car accelerating when i would first start the car up in the garage and then when i was driving it would jerk into another gear. they reset the adaptive learning system. 10-9-13, is the 2nd time i went to dealership with the similar situation, but the car would seem like it was shifting from 1st to 2nd while i was actually driving. they checked transmission fluid levels and they thought it was low (they told me this is nonserviceable area and they had to access the cover which is bolted). they filled the transmission fluid and said to watch and check next time i have an oil change. 10-11-13, on way to work, car was being driven to work (30-45 mph, city driving) when it seemed like it was holding its breath,,,suddenly downshifted on it's own. got to office. when leaving for the day, car was jerking as it was shifting from first to 2nd and seemed to not engage properly. happened a couple of times at speeds less than 40 mph. then noticed the equivalent of a check engine light came on and stayed on. called dealership before i got home and asked if i could come in first thing in the morning. will be taking to dealership in morning. this is similar situation that someone else previously reported to this site on 8-10-13 for kia soul 2012. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 11230 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in SANDY SPRINGS, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Kia Soul 2012 Engine

Kia Soul 2012 Engine Review #10547682

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . 8-31-13 is the first time i went into the dealership to complain about the car accelerating when i would first start the car up in the garage and then when i was driving it would jerk into another gear. they reset the adaptive learning system. 10-9-13, is the 2nd time i went to dealership with the similar situation, but the car would seem like it was shifting from 1st to 2nd while i was actually driving. they checked transmission fluid levels and they thought it was low (they told me this is nonserviceable area and they had to access the cover which is bolted). they filled the transmission fluid and said to watch and check next time i have an oil change. 10-11-13, on way to work, car was being driven to work (30-45 mph, city driving) when it seemed like it was holding its breath,,,suddenly downshifted on it's own. got to office. when leaving for the day, car was jerking as it was shifting from first to 2nd and seemed to not engage properly. happened a couple of times at speeds less than 40 mph. then noticed the equivalent of a check engine light came on and stayed on. called dealership before i got home and asked if i could come in first thing in the morning. will be taking to dealership in morning. this is similar situation that someone else previously reported to this site on 8-10-13 for kia soul 2012. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 11230 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in SANDY SPRINGS, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Kia Soul 2012 Wheels

Kia Soul 2012 Wheels Review #10553186

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Nov 20, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with WHEELS . prior to previous service, i noticed lug nuts were beginning to rust. summit place kia had one for this model and replaced the worst one and was to order a new set for all wheels as a warranty item. they were supposed to call me when these came in. never received a phone call. i asked about this upon next servicing and they found that nobody had ever ordered the remaining lug nuts. i didn't worry about this between service appts. since it appeared to only be surface rust at this point...no threat of danger, yet. the good people of the service department ordered the parts while i was standing there so we knew they'd gotten ordered and are to be replaced within the week. i've had 10-12 cars in my life and have never had a lug nut rust on a vehicle which is 2 model years old...especially on a garage-kept vehicle. hopefully this next set does not follow suit or i'll be headed over to the parts store and will replace them myself. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A66C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in WATERFORD, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags Review #10554346

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with AIR BAGS . my wife was in an accident and flipped her kia soul several times and the air bags did not deploy, i have done some research and found that kia's are known for this problem. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 24000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in DANDRIDGE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Visibility/wiper

Kia Soul 2012 Visibility/wiper Review #10554753

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 10, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . driving down local street when a stone hit the windshield cracking it. kia has a bumper to bumper warranty i called them to fix the windshield and was told that it was not covered. i then took the car and had it repaired by a glass company. the repair cost me only 37.50 but i have never had this happen before in any car or truck i owned. this is also the first new car and foreign car that i bought. i know this happens but! if kia is offering bumper to bumper warranties the windshield should be covered. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 23000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A54C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in PERRYSBURG, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags Review #10555294

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 04, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. the contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, another vehicle crashed head-on into her vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. the police and ambulance reported to the scene and a report was filed. the contact had to be removed from the vehicle and transported to the hospital by ambulance. the contact sustained a broken hip, hand, forearm, ankle, leg, elbow and several fractured ribs. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was destroyed. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 7,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 7000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in TIETON, WA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Air Bags Review #10559687

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 11, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with AIR BAGS . we were traveling down a rural road in kentucky. a deer ran out in front of us. we struck the deer at approximately 57 mph. there was considerable damage to the front end of the vehicle and it was not drivable. our airbags did not deploy. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A69C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in OLMSTEAD, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 57 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Structure Body

Kia Soul 2012 Structure Body Review #10559687

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 11, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . we were traveling down a rural road in kentucky. a deer ran out in front of us. we struck the deer at approximately 57 mph. there was considerable damage to the front end of the vehicle and it was not drivable. our airbags did not deploy. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A69C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in OLMSTEAD, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 57 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes

Kia Soul 2012 Service Brakes Review #10559687

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 11, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . we were traveling down a rural road in kentucky. a deer ran out in front of us. we struck the deer at approximately 57 mph. there was considerable damage to the front end of the vehicle and it was not drivable. our airbags did not deploy. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A69C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in OLMSTEAD, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 57 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Review #10561634

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . nov. 2013 i was driving the car and the odometer stopped working, i went to kia and they said they had to order a part for it but it was okay to drive. i continued to drive it from ky to indianapolis in when the speedometer stopped working then the entire instrument panel stopped working, i called kia dealership in elizabethtown ky and they said they had ordered the entire cluster but car was okay to drive, i went out the next day and the car started but you could not engage the gear shift. had to have the car towed to dealership. they had car 3 weeks and said it is fixed. january 13th 2014 started all over with odometer going out, took it back to kia and they had to order yet another cluster (2nd in 2 months) okay to drive car, i refused and required them to provide loaner (which is not allowed to be taken out of state). this is not a safety issue but goes to electrical, they had to replace the entire glove compartment because the light kept going on and off when the door was closed. they said a sensor had gone out and they had to replace the entire thing not just a bulb. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A61C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in SONORA, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Kia Soul 2012 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Soul 2012 Electronic Stability Control Review #10575310

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . this is a recurring issue which kia can't identify or troubleshoot. it has been in the kia garage half a dozen times and still hasn't been fixed. the issue happens when the vehicle is initially started. the status lights in the dash all light up and go out one by one when systems are confirmed good, except the electronic assist steering and electronic stability control lights stay lit. the electronic assist power steering does not work as it is impossible to turn the wheel even if the vehicle is put into gear and driven forward or backwards. you have to turn the ignition off and restart the vehicle to reset everything and then it is fine. kia was called out to a parking lot at one point while the systems failed and they hooked up their diagnostics to the port and were unable to communicate with the vehicles computer system in order to diagnose the problem. i have been told to track this issue and there is nothing that can be done until the system totally fails and refuses to reset. diagnostics does not pickup the error when it occurs and the vehicles internal computer does not register the failure either. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 4000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in PUYALLUP, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Steering

Kia Soul 2012 Steering Review #10575310

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2012.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with STEERING . this is a recurring issue which kia can't identify or troubleshoot. it has been in the kia garage half a dozen times and still hasn't been fixed. the issue happens when the vehicle is initially started. the status lights in the dash all light up and go out one by one when systems are confirmed good, except the electronic assist steering and electronic stability control lights stay lit. the electronic assist power steering does not work as it is impossible to turn the wheel even if the vehicle is put into gear and driven forward or backwards. you have to turn the ignition off and restart the vehicle to reset everything and then it is fine. kia was called out to a parking lot at one point while the systems failed and they hooked up their diagnostics to the port and were unable to communicate with the vehicles computer system in order to diagnose the problem. i have been told to track this issue and there is nothing that can be done until the system totally fails and refuses to reset. diagnostics does not pickup the error when it occurs and the vehicles internal computer does not register the failure either. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 4000 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in PUYALLUP, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System

Kia Soul 2012 Electrical System Review #10579302

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the computer system for the radio had a service advisory instead of a recall, so i wasn't notified by mail. but the problem is that in addition to the radio, it affects the backup camera and eventually the dashboard, making both of them inoperable. the repairmen at ford kia in richmond, ca tried to play this off like it's not a serious problem. but if the dashboard controls are useless when driving down the highway, and you need to try and pull over to restart the car, that is a problem waiting to happen. *js.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 14700 miles. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train

Kia Soul 2012 Power Train Review #10595148

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with POWER TRAIN . the first time that this happened i was driving and was attempting to change lanes and i stepped on the gas pedal to speed up and the car hesitated after a few seconds i had power again. when the car did engage a big thick cloud of white smoke came out of the tailpipe.the second time this happen was on 5/25/2014 my wife was on a ramp trying to get on the interstate going about 30-40mph, there was a vehicle coming so she let off the gas pedal than when there was an opening she stepped on the gas pedal again and there was no power. after several seconds the car finally engaged and accelerated causing a big thick cloud of white smoke come out of the tail pipe. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A62C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in HAGERSTOWN, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Engine

Kia Soul 2012 Engine Review #10595148

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with ENGINE . the first time that this happened i was driving and was attempting to change lanes and i stepped on the gas pedal to speed up and the car hesitated after a few seconds i had power again. when the car did engage a big thick cloud of white smoke came out of the tailpipe.the second time this happen was on 5/25/2014 my wife was on a ramp trying to get on the interstate going about 30-40mph, there was a vehicle coming so she let off the gas pedal than when there was an opening she stepped on the gas pedal again and there was no power. after several seconds the car finally engaged and accelerated causing a big thick cloud of white smoke come out of the tail pipe. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A62C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in HAGERSTOWN, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Engine Review #10608591

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on June 14, 2013.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . my 2012 kia soul caught fire after driving it for approximately 25 minutes. the fire started at the engine compartment and was consistent with a problem with fuel injection. the whole car burned down within about 5 minutes..Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A59C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in MIDDLETOWN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Soul 2012 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch

Kia Soul 2012 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch Review #10669128

KIA SOUL 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 25, 2014.KIA SOUL 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia soul. while driving 35 mph, the hood unlatched and opened. the contact was unable to view the road. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 6,100. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 6100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJT2A52C7. Kia Soul 2012 problem was reported in FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

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