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The 2011 Soul is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2011 Kia Soul owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"daily, fixed last month"
Anonymous, (2011 Kia Soul Sport 1.6-L 4 Cyl)"Broken"
Anonymous, PA (2011 Kia Soul Exclaim 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
""The fog lights do not function properly and sometimes not at all. Instead of being on while the lights are dim, they only come on when the lights are on bright or they fail to operate.""
Anonymous A., NC (2011 Kia Soul Plus 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"We replaced the headlight bulbs with new high -end ones and had to replace one a year or two later."
Anonymous, MI (2011 Kia Soul Plus 2.0-L 4 Cyl)""The driver door fails(always) to unlock when using keyless entry. It will lock using the key fob or exterior door buttons, but will only unlock using the key.""
Anonymous A., NC (2011 Kia Soul Plus 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
""When driving, I had to hold the gearshift or the car would slip out of drive. This happened sporadically at first, but over the period of a few weeks it got to be a constant thing.""
Anonymous, OH (2011 Kia Soul Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"The transmission fluid pickup tube had to be changed."
Anonymous A., QC (2011 Kia Soul Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"One of the rear speakers went out partially and had to be replaced."
Anonymous, MI (2011 Kia Soul Plus 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"There was a gasoline leak. The mechanic told me that Kia did not have fuel lines to fix the leak so he had to special order to fix the fuel leak from the engine to the gas tank and needed to remove the back seat in order complete the job. This was quite expensive."
Anonymous A., OH (2011 Kia Soul Exclaim 1.6-L 4 Cyl)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"This car is easy to steal and I feel threatened every where I go thinking it will get stolen."
Anonymous, OH (2011 Kia Soul Plus 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"Paint on back bumper fading"
Anonymous A., FL (2011 Kia Soul Plus 1.6-L 4 Cyl)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"The problem with the rotors are that new ones must be installed since they are made too small to be rotated. This is very expensive."
Anonymous A., OH (2011 Kia Soul Exclaim 1.6-L 4 Cyl)Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"Needed replacement"
Anonymous, PA (2011 Kia Soul Exclaim 2.0-L 4 Cyl)