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2024 Kia SoulRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 30 owner complaints for the 2024 Kia Soul. Most complaints involve electrical system (9) and engine (5). The EPA rates it 30–31 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
30–31mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
30
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2024 Kia Soul as of Oct 27, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 27, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

30 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system9
  2. Engine5
  3. Lane departure3
  4. Forward collision avoidance3
  5. Service brakes2
  6. Exterior lighting2
  7. Power train2
  8. Back over prevention2
  9. Tires1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Soul model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2010135
2011194
2012515
2013667
2014905
2015908
2016823
2017290
2018223
2019140
2020388
2021239
202295
202354
202430
202512
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

9 reports
“The car will not lock via the key fob or automatic door locks. When you turn off the ignition and open the drivers door it chimes and you can not lock the doors. It’s in park, and I turn the steering wheel. I’ve unplugged the negative battery, and had the fuses checked.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 14, 2026Electrical systemODI 11750389

Engine

5 reports1 fire
“The engine goes from rest to automatic shut down when you accelerate if the Auto rest for the engine at pause is enabled. Completely shutting downs the car when it’s supposed to be accelerating”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 1, 2026Unknown or other, EngineODI 11768299

Lane departure

3 reports
“Intermittent failure of multiple safety‑critical Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) while driving. Forward collision avoidance, lane safety, and other driver‑assist features disable simultaneously without warning.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 27, 2026Lane departure, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11734083
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 27, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Station Wagons
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 27, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Soul Eco dynamics
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
293531$2,050287
Soul
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
273330$2,150302
  • Soul Eco dynamics
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    29 city · 35 hwy · $2,050/yr
    31
    mpg comb.
  • Soul
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    27 city · 33 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 27, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Kia Soul SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
3 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.7%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 27, 2026Vehicle 19251
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2024 Soul questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Soul have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 27, 2026.

What are the most common 2024 Kia Soul problems?

Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (9), engine (5), lane departure (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Kia Soul get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Kia Soul at 30–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2024 Kia Soul?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Kia Soul 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 27, 2026