2019 Kia soul Exclaim
KNDJX3AA8K7008897
Vehicle history report for the 2019 Kia soul Exclaim (VIN KNDJX3AA8K7008897). Sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 0.6L 4-cyl 201 hp, gasoline. Registered in Va. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2019 Kia soul worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2019 Kia soul.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls 1
AIR BAGS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Kia soul, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire
🔍 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.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
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 134
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2019 Kia soul.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a burning odor and smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. Additionally, the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact pulled over and checked the engine oil level, and the dipstick indicated that the engine oil level was extremely…
NHTSA ODI #11753284ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I purchased a 2019 Kia Soul in June 2022. Since purchasing the vehicle, it has been stolen three separate times. During at least one theft, the steering column was damaged to bypass the ignition, and responding officers indicated the theft method was consistent with the widely reported Kia theft method. I had possession of my keys during the incidents. The r…
NHTSA ODI #11750480ENGINE
I was driving through a busy intersection when the vehicle stopped accelerating causing risk to myself and other drivers. I was able to get the vehicle through the intersection and pulled over. I turned the vehicle off and it would not restart. I had the vehicle towed to my local independent service center where a diagnostic was performed. It was found to be…
NHTSA ODI #11750368ENGINE
My engine has suffered a mechanical failure that makes the vehicle stall or lose power while driving, creating a massive highway safety hazard. Kia is using a software update loophole to deny fixing a physical, dangerous manufacturing defect.
NHTSA ODI #11748851ENGINE
My engine has suffered a mechanical failure that makes the vehicle stall or lose power while driving, creating a massive highway safety hazard. Kia is using a software update loophole to deny fixing a physical, dangerous manufacturing defect.
NHTSA ODI #11747782ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine and engine components caught fire while driving. This put my husbands life at risk and could have caused harm to other drivers if he was driving on a busier road. Car fire could have completely engulfed the car and caused harm or even death. Fire department was called to assist with extinguishing the fire and to ensure that further danger did not pers…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11743824ENGINE
On [XXX], while my vehicle was at the dealership for a federally mandated engine replacement recall (Campaign PI2107Y/Z), the service department attempted to obstruct the completion of the safety repair. The dealership informed me that unless I paid a 264.40 fee for maintenance and fluids, they were required by the manufacturer to drain the old, contaminated…
NHTSA ODI #11733744ENGINE
Engine has 86k miles and has been well maintained. Recently it started to consume oil rapidly as per last oil change report. We took it to dealership after oil change mechanic suggested needing to have problems looked at per Kias recent service bulletins on high oil consumption issues. I requested the car be evaluated for the oil issue and the dealership se…
NHTSA ODI #11732228+ 126 more complaints on record.
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KNDJX3AA8K7008897 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 2019 Kia soul.
Does the 2019 Kia soul have any open safety recalls?
Yes — 1 open NHTSA safety recall is on record for the 2019 Kia soul. Recall repairs are carried out free by any franchised dealer; see the recall details above.
What is a fair price for a 2019 Kia soul?
Comparable 2019 Kia soul listings run roughly $15,341–$18,998, typically around $16,369 (from 30 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2019 Kia soul get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Kia soul at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 31 highway).
Data last checked 22 Aug 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.