This page covers 1 recall, 85 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Kia Soul.
29–30 mpg combined
7.8–8.1 L/100km
Small Station Wagons
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints about the 2022 Kia Soul center heavily on the engine. Owners most frequently report stalling while driving, often at low speeds, at stops, or in traffic, sometimes with the ability to restart the vehicle and continue, but with the problem recurring. A significant number of owners also describe excessive oil consumption, with some reporting they need to add oil well before scheduled oil change intervals. That oil consumption pattern often accompanies check engine lights, catalytic converter codes, and misfires. Several owners note the vehicle became undrivable as the condition worsened over time. Piston ring issues appear across multiple reports, with some owners referencing dealer documentation citing ring set replacements as the causal repair.
85
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
4
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can damage the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine if needed, and install piston-ring noise sensing system software, both at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
