CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Kia Soul has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 220 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 14 fires, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (142 reports).
2018 Kia Soul recalls
Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash
The Air Bag Control Unit cover may touch a memory chip on the circuit board inside the unit and damage the electrical circuit.
Most common 2018 Kia Soul problems
Problem areas named in the 220 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 142 |
| Power Train | 31 |
| Unknown Or Other | 30 |
| Electrical System | 21 |
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
What owners report
**Vehicle:** 2018 Kia Soul\ **Mileage:** Approximately 198,000 miles 1\. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?** The engine appears to have experienced a serious malfunction, and the vehicle is no longer moving. I believe the engine may have failed. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. 2\. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?** There is no immediate safety risk at the moment because the vehicle is not being driven. However, an unexpected loss of engine power or the inability to move could create a dangerous situation if it occurred in traffic. 3\. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed
I am reporting excessive engine oil consumption in my 2018 Kia Soul, VIN [XXX], with over 150,000 miles. The engine consumes approximately 1-2 quarts of oil every 1,000 miles. There are no visible external oil leaks, and the vehicle does not produce visible exhaust smoke. I am concerned that this excessive oil consumption may indicate an internal engine defect and could lead to engine damage or sudden engine failure if the oil level becomes too low . Having to add oil so frequently creates an ongoing risk that the engine could become dangerously low on oil between checks, potentially resulting in engine failure while driving and creating a safety hazard for the driver and other motorists.
This Kia has an oil consumption issue I need to add oil every 3 to 4 hundred miles also my oil gets black at least 1 week after an oil change.
This Kia has an oil consumption issue I need to add oil every 3 to 4 hundred miles also my oil gets black at least 1 week after an oil change.
This Kia has an oil consumption issue I need to add oil every 3 to 4 hundred miles also my oil gets black at least 1 week after an oil change.
2018 Kia Soul questions
Does the 2018 Kia Soul have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Kia Soul: Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Kia Soul?
Based on 220 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (142), Power Train (31), Unknown Or Other (30).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Kia Soul 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.