2023 KIA SOUL Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Kia Soul. This model year has 45 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2023 Kia Soul Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Kia Soul. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Kia Soul. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 45 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel became inoperable. The instrument panel went blank while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repai…
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3/6/26 5:50 am unintended acceleration w such force pulling car toward right side n unable to stop, jumped over side walk, then stopped, it happened very fast, very scary accident, I was in shock and shaking so bad. Wknd disrupted, couldn't sleep n reliving bad experience over n …
The airbag in this 2023 Kia Soul vehicle had a faulty airbag deployment. The steering wheel airbag exploded upon a minor impact of under 20 mph and no other airbags deployed. The steering wheel airbag never fully deployed or made driver contact, it just simply exploded. The deal…
Honking function no longer works, this is a consistent problem noticed first on the beginning of December 2025, when I needed to notify another driver of a potential safety hazard. There is no honking sound available at any speed or at any time. Have an appointment with dealershi…
When driving my vehicle under normal conditions, the car will unexpectedly slow down on its own, and the system brake lights and hazard lights will activate as if I am about to be in a collision, even though no accident is occurring. I have noticed this issue most frequently when…
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the battery discharge and Auto START/STOP warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V531000 (Power Train), for which the dealer replaced the electric oil pump controller as the …
Since I purchased the car the steering wheel will jerk, when im on a 2 lane road. It always jerks towards on-coming traffic, and it only does this when there is a car coming in the opposite lane and is just about to pass me. I have to fight with the steering wheel to get it back …
I am reporting a recurring safety issue with my Kia vehicle that began around Labor Day 2025. The vehicle has abruptly shut down multiple times while I was driving on public roads in Hillsborough County, Florida. These shutdowns occurred without any dashboard warning lights, incl…
First I get a safety issue warning with the front camera then I get a safety issue warning with a back camera well those warnings go off and I'm left with an ABS signal on my dashboard orange triangle with a exclamation point in it skid something with the car it shows it's weavin…
Was driving and the pistons shot out of the engine. Oil in the coolant as well.
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The rear windshield spontaneously shattered while parked in the driveway and was not running. I was standing beside it when it happened. There was no glass inside vehicle all the glass was outside vehicle indicating that nothing hit the windshield, and nothing was around vehicle …
Periodically while driving, I receive error notifications on the dashboard through both sound alerts and warning lights, resulting in the affected systems temporarily ceasing to function. The dashboard provides specific warnings: "check forward safety system," "check lane safety…
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while pulling into a mall, there was an abnormally low rumbling and ticking sound coming from the vehicle. While driving 45 MPH, the message to turn off and restart the vehicle was displayed with an audible alarm. The cont…
I was backing up into my parking place in an alley way. I was turning slightly to the right to fit in and the car started to accelerate. I hit the back wall with the rear of my car. I put the car into drive not realizing it was still accelerating. I had my right foot on the brake…
I had my vehicle in PARK in my driveway. I was standing outside the vehicle & after I pulled the keys out of the ignition, the vehicle started rolling backward. My feet were on the ground the whole time, the vehicle was in park. I pulled the emergency brake as it was rolling with…
Brand new car 5800 miles engine failure after first oil change at dealership
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Kia Soul.
Recalls for 2023 Kia Soul
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Soul. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2023 Kia Soul — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Kia Soul reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2023 Kia Soul has 45 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (12 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kia Soul?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (12 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (11 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (11 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Kia Soul?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Kia Soul?▾
The 2023 Kia Soul has 4 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 45 total NHTSA complaints. 14 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Kia Soul have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Kia Soul. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Kia Soul?▾
The 2023 Kia Soul has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia Soul reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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