2011 Kia Soul !
KNDJT2A27B7196259
Vehicle history report for the 2011 Kia Soul ! (VIN KNDJT2A27B7196259). Blue, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.0L, gasoline. 52,968 mi reported. Registered in Ga. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
![2011 Kia Soul !, Blue, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN KNDJT2A27B7196259](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/44/2010-2011_Kia_Soul_--_06-23-2011.jpg)
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2011 Kia Soul.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2011 Kia Soul.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 193 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Kia Soul, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 193
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2011 Kia Soul.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while her husband was at a stop sign, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was successfully jump-started; however, after driving approximately one mile, the vehicle began jerking and lost power again and was pushed to a residence. The contact referenced NHTSA ID Number: 23V652000 (SERVICE BRAKES…
NHTSA ODI #11722193AIR BAGS
This vehicle had just passed a inspection for me to get it licensed and Kentucky. There was no light showing that the airbags would not work. Unfortunately, this vehicle is not available.I had reached out to kia multiple times. My fears I have another Kia the same year.
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11670276SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of th…
NHTSA ODI #11630130SERVICE BRAKES,FIRERELATED
The contact owned a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked overnight on his driveway, caught on fire, and exploded in the early morning. The fire started from the engine bay. The vehicle was unoccupied during the fire. The fire originated from the front engine bay, and soon after engulfed the entire vehicle. The vehicle was totaled, th…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11627799SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the MIL warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the contact stated while the vehicle was idling, the contact noticed an abnormal burning odor. The d…
NHTSA ODI #11621679VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While driving my car just started accelerating in traffic and I couldn’t get it to stop even while hitting brakes trying not to hit another vehicle. Fortunately found a way to pull to side of road and throw in park and it was still revving up and didn’t stop til I turned off car completely. So terrifying. Now I’m [XXX] trying figure out how I’m going to get …
NHTSA ODI #11618421ENGINE
Engine is going excessive through oil .
NHTSA ODI #11613900AIR BAGS
The contact owned a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at 63 MPH, an object hit the vehicle's front, driver-side tire which caused the contact to lose control of the vehicle. Due to the failure, the contact crashed into a highway sand barrel as the vehicle flipped forward and rolled over onto the driver's side. The air bags did not deploy u…
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11610837+ 185 more complaints on record.
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KNDJT2A27B7196259 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in South Korea. It decodes to the 2011 Kia Soul.
Does the 2011 Kia Soul have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2011 Kia Soul. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2011 Kia Soul?
Comparable 2011 Kia Soul listings run roughly $5,900–$10,700, typically around $8,538 (from 286 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2011 Kia Soul get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Kia Soul at about 27 mpg combined (25 city / 30 highway).
Data last checked 18 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.