How many recalls does the 2022 KIA Soul have?

NHTSA has issued 1 recall for the 2022 KIA Soul so far.

2022 KIA Soul

Name: 2022 KIA Soul Consumer Complaints Data
Creator: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Published: 2026-01-10T11:49:02.122Z
License: https://www.usa.gov/government-works

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

1RecallsNHTSA Verified 67ComplaintsNHTSA Data 0InvestigationsNHTSA Data

Expert Verdict

ℹ️Average Safety Profile

This 2022 model shows average reliability, primarily driven by 1 recall affecting the engine and engine cooling system.

Key Factor:engine and engine cooling recalls

📋Why This Matters

Powertrain issues affect both daily reliability and long-term ownership costs. Unexpected stalling creates inconvenience at best and safety hazards at worst.

Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.

Focus Area:powertrain reliability

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Expert Analysis

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Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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Primary Risk Area:Warning
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Vs Brand: Better than avg (1.9)
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Summary:

Safety & Reliability Score

89/100

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-8

Complaint Impact-3.35

Investigation Impact-0

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2022 KIA Soul

Model Year2022

MakeKIA

ModelSoul

Fuel TypeGasoline

Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

Oct21

ISSUEFirst Report

Jan22

NEWProduction

Jan22

RECALLRecall Issued

Consumer Complaint Analysis

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Most Reported Issue

19 complaints (28% of total)

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Complaint Trend

Stable

No trend data

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Safety Incidents

No critical incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Breakdown of 67 consumer complaints by severity level.

🟠High

12(18%)

🟡Medium

20(30%)

🟢Low

35(52%)

Mileage Failure Analysis

⚙️Engineering Insight

Based on consumer reports, issues for this vehicle tend to peak around the 0-20k mileage range. The average reported failure mileage is 39,178 miles.

📊 Mileage data extracted from 30 of 67 complaints (45% coverage)

0-20k

13 reports (43%)

20k-40k

1 reports (3%)

40k-60k

4 reports (13%)

60k-80k

8 reports (27%)

80k-100k

4 reports (13%)

100k+

0 reports (0%)

* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.

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Primary Risk Areas

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Official Safety Recalls (1)

Campaign: 25V099000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

17/02/2025

Summary

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.

Consequence

Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

NHTSA Investigations

0 investigations

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No active investigations for this vehicle.

Consumer Complaints

67 total complaints

Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2022 Soul.

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Warning28%

Stall22%

Check Engine Light12%

Acceleration Issues12%

Fire10%

Burn10%

Battery9%

Leak9%

Smoke6%

Jerk6%

Engine/Powertrain⚠️ High

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I have a Kia Soul 2022 and I have been having a lot of different problems with my vehicle that are a serious safety hazard for my family and myself. I was trying to pass 18 wheeler truck one night and I saw white and black smoke coming out from the back of my Kia Soul. I was trying to pass a 18 wheeler on the Interstate and my car shut its self all the way off. I freaked out and lucky there was no one on the right side when this happened I veered off to the right of the interstate and checked everything but I could smell something was burning. I sat on side of interstate I waited about 45 minutes and tried to crank it and it cranked so I was able to get to our location and I had a mechanic look at it he said it was the pistons and burning my oil. I took it back to get the guy look at it where I got the oil changed and he had to put more oil and an oil filter in it again.. I then went back home several days later I took the car back out and it started smoking and jerking on the road. The smoking is getting worse now. I know Kia had a recall on the cars, but for some reason my VIN wasn’t included my car is doing the same as what the other ones are doing and to be honest I feel like all KIa Spul 2022 should be in recall this is very dangerous and I am still having to pay on ours and I am scared to drive it. There is a lot more to my story, but I don’t want to get banned. I just want my car to be included in the recall and all the others that are still having this problem. This is a dangerous defect and it should be fixed my car is my source of income and now have no clue what I will do when it catches on fire. Just today it smoked four times after going back to get more oil last night, because it was completely out of oil and I bought 2 quarts of oil just to get to the oil change place. Be careful and call corporate they should be under recall and corporate should be nicer to their customers and we shouldn’t have to pay for everything this recall is causing

Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while idling on several occasions. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact scanned the vehicle with a vehicle scanner, and the DTC: P1C28 was retrieved, which the contact related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V531000 (Power Train); however, the model year was not included in the recall. The contact later became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The dealer diagnosed that the engine oil pump needed to be replaced, and the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall. The contact stated that the oil pump failure might also be related to the oil piston rings failure described in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but declined to cover the cost of the repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low

ENGINE

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly jerked and jolted before returning to normal functionality. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000. The VIN was not available.

Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the month that the vehicle was purchased, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to coast to the side of the road. The ABS, traction control, Forward Collision Avoidance, and System Check warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The failure was progressively worsened. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminate every seven miles of driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The failure was later diagnosed as a control area network failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked at the residence, and afterwards, the system rebooted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 100. The VIN was not available.

Engine/Powertrain⚠️ High

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Since purchasing the vehicle, it just turns off while driving. It has NEVER stopped doing this. The dealership has consistently stated they are unable to repair as the diagnostic device does not register any code. Impossible as the car should have retained a code for this and so many other warning lights going off. Even so, Kia has the responsibility of fixing it all this time. I have shown screen shots where both lower level rows of warning lights and the one in the upper right corner are all on or a variation. There are people in my car witnessing these events. My family and myself are in eminent danger. The car is unreliable and unable to pass emissions with warning lights on or the car just shutting off. Kia continues to endanger us by forcing the car back onto the road without repairs, or so they say. They do not state what they have done other than taking off the front bumper and I believe they didn't even intend to tell me. I drive away it occurs again. You turn off the car; then, turn it back on and the lights go away temporarily. Kia Customer Care will only allow a service manager to communicate with, so if they are on vacation or out the car owner has no recourse and no car. Request a Kia field manager and refuse!!! Will only take action if diagnostic show code which it doesn't and I have witnesses the car just turns off. This is not the only Kia vehicle that have known to shut down. I have never received a notice of recall and it doesn't show, but my SUV SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING AND KIA HAS FAILED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. I have special road side assistance other than KIA as they are untrustworthy and must caravan if I have to travel. I should not be limited or live in fear of being killed in this vehicle. It has been towed, won't start,.....

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low

ENGINE

I was driving back from Cleveland Oh to Columbus oh, the car started to slow down on its own , the engine light came on,and the car started to shake, and back firing. I made back home took care of to a certified mechanic shop for diagnostics. I just got an oil changed two days before this happened the mechanic noticed there was no oil in my car, it Was in my piston rings. They told me there was a recall on my year Kia for the piston . I called Kia, they said they couldn’t find a recall for my car. If there was a recall sc336 for Kia souls and seltos. I asked if the dealer could honor the recall on my vehicle they said no because the recall didn’t include my vin number

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. Additionally, the contact stated that the low oil pressure warning light failed to illuminate while the engine oil level was significantly low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an oil consumption test was performed. The contact stated that on the first test, the vehicle had consumed 1.1 quart of oil after 1,946 miles. The contact stated that on the second test, the vehicle had consumed 1/2 quart of oil after 1,047 miles. The dealer informed the contact the oil consumption test met the manufacturer's guidelines, and the contact was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low

ENGINE

Open [XXX] SK3 Horn Warranty Extension for Replacement 17/02/2025 ~ 31/12/9999 Open [ZZZ] [Recall] Nu ATK (SK3, SP2, BD) Engine Inspection & Replacement 01/01/2025 ~ 31/12/9999 3 other are at 2 other are at safety risk The problem is confirmed by [XXX] that is a independent service center The vehicle has not been inspected by manufacturers or anyone else. There are currently no warning lamps. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium

ENGINE

Engine stalls with white smoke with auto start stop on

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine while driving at various speeds and while the engine was idling. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under the recall. The dealer informed the contact that the failure appeared to be related to the oil pressure throughout the engine. Additionally, the dealer informed the contact that the recall test could not be performed because the vehicle had failed to start; however, the contact stated that the vehicle was operable at the time it was taken to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced out the out-of-pocket. The contact related the engine replacement to the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 77,800.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any recalls for the 2022 KIA Soul?

Yes, the 2022 KIA Soul has 1 recorded recall from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL.

Is the 2022 KIA Soul safe to drive?

The 2022 KIA Soul has 1 recall. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.

Where can I check if my 2022 KIA Soul has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local KIA dealer.

📊Year-over-Year Context

➡️Stable Pattern

Compared to earlier years, the 2022 model shows stable reliability patterns. No meaningful structural change detected in recall frequency between adjacent model years.

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

Engine and engine cooling

Issue: presents fire risk under certain conditions

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm engine and engine cooling recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all engine and engine cooling recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:25V099000

💡Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your KIA dealer to verify recall completion status.

🧭What This Means for You

This information is especially relevant for drivers who rely on stop-and-go traffic or frequently use auto start-stop systems.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

Verify all 1 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your KIA dealer.
If any recalls are open, schedule service immediately—recall repairs are always free.
Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.

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If You're Buying Used

Request documentation proving all recalls were addressed before finalizing purchase.
Factor potential recall-related service time into your ownership cost estimates.

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📋Why This Matters

Expert Analysis

Safety & Reliability Score

Score Breakdown

Technical Specifications

Safety History Timeline

Consumer Complaint Analysis

Most Reported Issue

Complaint Trend

Safety Incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Mileage Failure Analysis

🛠️ DIY Diagnosis Center

Primary Risk Areas

Official Safety Recalls (1)

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Summary

Consequence

Remedy

Additional Notes

NHTSA Investigations

Consumer Complaints

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

📊Year-over-Year Context

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Engine and engine cooling

🧭What This Means for You

If You Own This Vehicle

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