MYRModel Year Report

2022 Kia Soul

▲ Better than typical
2022 Kia Soul
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:54:46.581Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia Soul Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2022 highlighted. 2010: 135 complaints 2010 2011: 193 complaints 2012: 514 complaints 2012 2013: 661 complaints 2014: 895 complaints 2014 2015: 897 complaints 2016: 807 complaints 2016 2017: 271 complaints 2018: 218 complaints 2018 2019: 135 complaints 2020: 376 complaints 2020 2021: 231 complaints 2022: 88 complaints 2022 2023: 50 complaints 2024: 29 complaints 2024 2025: 12 complaints 2025
2022: 88 complaints
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YearComplaints
2010135
2011193
2012514
2013661
2014895
2015897
2016807
2017271
2018218
2019135
2020376
2021231
202288
202350
202429
202512

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE 58%

58% of complaints: engine — 51 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH
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My [XXX] daughter was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a crash in which the vehicle struck a tree and a fire was present. She was unable to exit the vehicle and did not receive medical attention in time.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260408

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH uphill, there was an abnormal knocking sound from the rod bearings inside the engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260717

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 22%

22% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 19 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20250404 — engine and engine cooling

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.

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.

Campaign 25V099000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20250806 — AQ (closed 20251218)

Kia 25V099 Piston Oil Ring Recall Effectiveness

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2022 Kia Soul — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (51 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 25V099000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2019 ▲ 2010

WORST YEARS

■ 2015 ■ 2014 ■ 2016

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Kia Soul reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Kia Soul is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Soul?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Soul have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.