CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Kia Soul EV has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
2015 Kia Soul EV recalls
Unexpected Rolling Risk When Parked on Some EVs
Certain 2015-2019 Kia Soul EV vehicles may have a damaged parking mechanism.
Battery Short Can Cause Fire in Electric Vehicle
The high-voltage traction battery pack in certain electric vehicles may experience an electrical short-circuit while driving.
Shifting to Park Early Can Damage Parking Mechanism
Certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul EVs may have a parking mechanism that becomes damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park before the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Steering Can Be Lost if Pinion Gear Separates
The pinion plug in the steering gear assembly may allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear.
Most common 2015 Kia Soul EV problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Soul EV. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V218000 (Electrical System) and the vehicle was repaired under the recall. The contact stated that after the repair was completed, the vehicle went into "Reduced Power" and "Power Limp Mode" while driving at various speeds and initially after starting the vehicle. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where the recall repair was completed the recall repair; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 111,400.
I WAS PULLING INTO A DISABLE PARKING SPACE. I PUSH MY BRAKES TO STOP THE CAR AND THE CAR DID NOT RESPOND TO THE BRAKE. THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES DID NOT WORK MY CAR CONTINUE TO GO WITHOUT STOPPING. I PUSH MY BRAKES MANY TIMES, PUSHING IT AS FAR AS I CAN. THE ONLY WAY IT STOP IS WHEN THE CAR HIT THE FAT ROUND CEMENT POLE. I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING BRAKES. I'M JUST HAPPY THAT I WAS NOT ON ROAD. PLEASE REVIEW, THIS A DANGEROUS ISSUE,WHICH MAY CAUSE LIVES.
OWNER WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 80 HEADING EAST AT APX 65 MILES PER HOUR.WITH NO WARNING , OIL LIGHT STARTED FLASHING ,CAR SEIZED UP AND STARTED MAKING A VERY LOUD BANGING.OWNER IS A 22 YEAR OLD NEW DRIVER AND WAS VERY LUCKY TO HAVE NOT BEEN KILLED. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED KIA DEALER.THE SAME DEALERSHIP OWNER PURCHASED CAR. MILEAGE IS 78.000 MILES AND OIL CHANGES HAVE BEEN DONE AT RECOMMENDED INTERVALS.OWNER IS WAITING TO HEAR FROM DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT.
OUR 2015 KIA SOUL EV HAS OVER HEATED THE MAIN CONTROLLER AND SHUT DOWN IN TRAFFIC AND WOULD NOT MOVE. THIS HAPPENED TWICE IN CHANDLER (PHOENIX ) ARIZONA AFTER TRAVELING JUST 10 MILES. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN. THE CAR CANNOT HANDLE THE HEAT IN ARIZONA, GEORGIA OR OTHER HOT SOUTHERN STATES. THE BATTERIES AND BMS ALSO FAIL AFTER 2-3 YEARS.
AS I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE PILLAR. I WAS DRIVING IN THE "B" MODE. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME, BUT LATER HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. UNFORTUNATELY, THEY REPORTED THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM OR FIGURE OUT WHAT CAUSED IT.
2015 Kia Soul EV questions
Does the 2015 Kia Soul EV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2015 Kia Soul EV: Unexpected Rolling Risk When Parked on Some EVs; Battery Short Can Cause Fire in Electric Vehicle; Shifting to Park Early Can Damage Parking Mechanism; Steering Can Be Lost if Pinion Gear Separates. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Kia Soul EV?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Unknown Or Other (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Kia Soul EV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.