CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Kia Soul EV has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (3 reports).
2016 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 2016 Kia Soul EV problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul EV. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was on the charging port, the vehicle failed to hold the charge and only displayed an 83 percent charge. Additionally, the contact stated that when the vehicle was fully charged, the energy percentage display rejected and while driving after a full charge, the percentage displayed at 70 percent after driving approximately 25 MPH. An unknown warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact then stated that while driving at undisclosed speed, there was a burning odor throughout the vehicle. The contact was concerned for his safety while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to th
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WAS PLACED INTO PARK AFTER DRIVING. THE CAR INDICATED IT WAS IN PARK, HOWEVER THE CAR ROLLED - IT WAS NOT IN PARK. APPLYING THE FOOT BRAKE WORKED. APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE WORKED, HOWEVER THE GEARSHIFT DID NOT ENGAGE PARK PROPERLY.
THE HORN AND ALARM DONT WORK EVEN WHEN I SET THE ALARM THERES NO BEEP JUST FLASHES AND IVE PRESS THE HORN MULTIPLE TIMES AND IT DOESN'T MAKE A SOUND THIS OCCUR DURING DRIVING AND AFTER WHILE I WAS STATIONARY JUST TO CHECK
BACKED UP DRIVEWAY TO PARK CAR IN GARAGE. PUT CAR IN "PARK". GOT OUT TO CLEAR PARKING SPACE IN GARAGE. TURNED AROUND TO SEE CAR ROLLING DOWN DRIVEWAY INTO WALL- WHILE IN "PARK".
SUNROOF COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING TO SCHOOL IN THE MORNING WITHOUT ANY SIGNIFICANT CHANGE OF TEMPERATURE.
2016 Kia Soul EV questions
Does the 2016 Kia Soul EV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Kia Soul EV?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3), Unknown Or Other (2), Visibility/Wiper (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.