2010 Kia Soul
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Kia Soul is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 233 on record.
2010 Kia Soul at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2010 Kia Soul recalls 3
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles manufactured January 8, 2009, to October 2, 2013, equipped with a sun roof. A headliner plate may detach during deployment of the curtain air bag.
Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install industrial adhesive strips to secure the headliner plates, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC112.
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, …
Fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.
KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 SOUL AND MODEL YEAR 2011 SORENTO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 7, 2009 THROUGH JULY 30, 2010. A LIMITED NUMBER OF WIRING HARNESSES SUPPLIED BY JCI AND USED FOR THE LIGHTING IN THE KIA SOUL VEHICLE'S ADVANCED LIGHTING SPEAKERS, LOCATED IN THE FRONT DOOR TRIM PANELS, AND THE KIA SORENTO VEHICLE'S INTERIOR ACCENT ILLUMINATION, LOCATED IN THE FRONT AND REAR DOOR TRIM PANE…
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESSES FOR THE LIGHTS IN THE KIA SOUL VEHICLE'S ADVANCED LIGHTING SPEAKERS, AND THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE KIA SORENTO VEHICLE'S INTERIOR ACCENT ILLUMINATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2010 Kia Soul common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2010 Kia Soul safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2010 Kia Soul 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2010 Kia Soul MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2010 Kia Soul worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2010 Kia Soul costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2010 Kia Soul trims & engines on record
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2010 Kia Soul — frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Kia Soul have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Kia Soul. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Kia Soul?
Based on 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, air bags.
What is the 2010 Kia Soul safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2010 Kia Soul crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Kia Soul get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Kia Soul at about 27 mpg combined (25 city / 31 highway).
How much is a 2010 Kia Soul worth?
Comparable 2010 Kia Soul listings run roughly $5,200–$9,700, typically around $7,556 (from 227 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.