2022 Kia Soul
1 recalls · 78 complaints · Safety Score C
Recall History
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 & Remedy
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.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2026 | Engine and Engine Cooling | The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedl... | No | No |
| 04/01/2026 | Engine | Update – April 1, 2026 (NHTSA Complaint #XXX) Today, April 1, 2026, at XXX I was informed that the engine replacement wi... | No | No |
| 04/01/2026 | Engine | Urgent Escalation – Case CAS-XXX – Kia Soul 2022 VIN [XXX] – Excessive Oil Consumption Confirmed in 3 Tests – Partial R... | No | No |
| 03/31/2026 | Engine and Engine Cooling | The contact's daughter owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 40 MPH, the engine f... | No | No |
| 03/27/2026 | Engine | When I drive in alloys mode the system jerky and engine makes noise or hangs and I have to turn it off and on to start i... | No | No |
| 03/26/2026 | Engine and Engine Cooling | The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under... | No | No |
| 03/20/2026 | Engine | I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2022 Kia Soul LX with approximately 97,500 miles. The vehicle has experience... | No | No |
| 03/10/2026 | Engine | Vehicle is only 4 years old. Engine light came on. I used my Fixd code reader to diagnose. It mentioned several sensors ... | No | No |
| 03/09/2026 | Engine | The car stopped several times and had to be towed! One day the car just wouldn't start! My brother took it to the deale... | No | No |
| 01/20/2026 | Power Train,engine,fuel/Propulsion System | My 2022 Kia Soul experienced a sudden loss of motive power and stalling while driving, creating a high risk for a rear-e... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2022 Kia Soul has 1 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 78.
The 2022 Kia Soul has a Safety Score of 50/100 (Grade C). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2022 Kia Soul received a Safety Score of C. This vehicle has an average safety record. There are 3 crash reports on file.
Contact your nearest Kia dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).