2025 KIA SOUL Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Kia Soul. This model year has 9 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Headlight/Taillight Failures.
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Worst 2025 Kia Soul Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Brake System
Airbag Malfunctions
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Kia Soul. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 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 2025 Kia Soul. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 9 most recent complaints
Hit a deer. Airbag did not deploy or emergency braking system didn't come on. Police took pictures of car. The car is at the repair shop now. Insurance company hasn't stated if it will be totaled. There were no other problems prior to incident.
Low beam headlights so dim is impossible to drive at night.
Headlight housing kept falling out of the bracket Driving at night impossable. Fixed one light still dim lights maKES DRIVING AT night dangerous. Second dealer instructed me to not sue the suto light setting because it dims the headlights. It appears that the front bumper design …
I am submitting this complaint to report serious concerns regarding the quality, safety, and reliability of my new Kia Soul, as well as the financial burden caused by defects that should not occur on a vehicle with such low mileage. At approximately **8,500 miles**, one of the o…
2 incidents driving in a not familiar area...Almost drove off the road in very dark conditions at a light because I couldn't see that my road had ended .I was almost side swiped trying to get back on the road the last second.Iwas not taking any meds abd Don't drink Also drive at…
While driving, the vehicle began accelerating (forced acceleration) without driver input. When driver attempted to stop or slow the vehicle down, the brakes were unresponsive due to the brake override system failure. Because the vehicle could not be stopped or slowed down, and to…
Headlights when on dim are inadequate. You can not see the road. You can not drive with your lights on bright in traffic. Severe hazard to all. Near miss on animals and road damage. Very frightening.
Humidity gets insiste headlights. This issue affects headlights performance making hard to see at night. Safety is at risk.
2025 Kia Soul LX Headlights. Totally inadequate standard headlights. Higher end models get LED headlights but this standard light system on the LX is dangerous on anything but well lit streets. Safety should not be an option. I would have upgraded to a model that has adequate hea…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Kia Soul.
Recalls for 2025 Kia Soul
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 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.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2025 Kia Soul — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2025 Kia Soul reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2025 Kia Soul has 9 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures (4 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Kia Soul?▾
#1: Headlight/Taillight Failures (4 complaints). #2: Brake System (2 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Kia Soul?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Kia Soul?▾
The 2025 Kia Soul has 2 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 9 total NHTSA complaints. 1 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Kia Soul have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2025 Kia Soul in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2025 Kia Soul?▾
The 2025 Kia Soul has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Headlight/Taillight Failures 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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