2019 Kia Soul Engine Problems

“Last year my car started knocking and there was a smoldering smell. I expected Kia to consider the function of the rod knock sensor which caused P1326code. I advised capitol kia of both knocking noises and a significant burning smell. Per an extended warranty, if the rod bearings go bad, then the engine should be replaced. Capitol Kia avoided the latter and was not fully compliant with maintaining driver's safety. …”

“Drain plug missing which caused a leek in vehicle, which caused engine to break while drivivng car stopped working, was towed then found the drain plug was missing please help I have been reading and found other cases like mine on the Kia SOUL. My car was stationary on thre highway. I had to get it towed to a gas station where I slept in the car over night then call a tow company to take me to the closest Kia dealership. There they told me their findings.I had an oil change on 05/20/19, at a Kia dealership in md. …”

“Vehicle driving at highway speeds experienced a sudden and complete loss of power followed by flashing check engine light. Driver was able to coast and the exit highway via off ramp. Driver contacted roadside assistance and vehicle was towed to parkside Kia in knoxville, tn. Initial diagnostic indicated failed ignition coil on cylinder #1 at approximately 22,300 miles.”

“When idling at a traffic light or stopped in traffic, with foot on brake in normal position, car occasionally jumps and inches very slightly forward. To prevent this from happening driver must be pressing very very firmly on brake to the point where driver feels tension in her leg. This has happened approximately a dozen times since car purchased in february.”

“Delay throttle response. When driving and you need to accelerate the vehicle takes several minutes to respond and you have to put the petal to the floor. No reaction to accelerate the car but rpms in red. Also when stopped at a stop light , stop sign etc and go to go the car delays again and you have the gas petal to the floor and again rpms in red and yet car not moving causing highly severe safety issues when driving and puts consumer at risk. We bought this car brand new started in june of 2020 with this issue and had 22, 000 miles on it. …”