2015 Kia Soul safety timeline
- 4
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations opened
- 3
- Investigations closed
- Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation EA21003
Engine Fires
- Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation EA21003
Engine Fires
- Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation PE19004
Non-crash Vehicle Fires
- Recall
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
- Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation DP18003
Non-crash Vehicle Fires
- Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation PE19004
Non-crash Vehicle Fires
- Recall
Piston damage may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A broken connecting rod may puncture the engine block allowing engine oil to escape. The leaking oil may contact the exhaust, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation DP18003
Non-crash Vehicle Fires
- Recall
If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall
If the vehicle has a bent or broken accelerator pedal, the driver may have difficulty accelerating the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.