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2014 kia Soul airbags problems

severe 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100

Complaints
19
Recalls
1
Crashes
10
Avg fix
$1,100

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 22V096000 18/02/2022

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014 Soul vehicles

Front air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the ACU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC229.

What owners are reporting 2 most recent

airbags · filed 12/30/2020

AFTER HITTING A SNOW PILE LEFT FROM A SNOW PLOW I JUMPED THE SNOW PILE AND HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER GOING BETWEEN 65 AND 70 MPH AIR BAGS DIDNT DEPLOY. I HIT IT MOSTLY ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BUT NOTHING HAPPENED STILL. I DESTROYED THE BUMPER AND THE UNDERCARRIAGE PROTECTION IS CRACKED BUT NO AIR BAGS? ITS NOT THE FIRST TIME FROM WHAT I CAN SEE FROM THIS MODEL THAT A 2014 SOUL WITH AN ISSUE WITH AIR BA…

airbags · filed 12/29/2018

"TAKATA RECALL " I HAD A REAR END ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE REAR END ACCIDENT OCCURRED ON THE HIGHWAY I WAS HIT FROM THE REAR AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY I WAS MOVING VERY SLOWLY AT 45 MI PER HOUR I BELIEVE THE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED THE POLICE HAVE PHOTOS

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2014 kia Soul?

It's a meaningful issue. 19 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Other problem areas on this vehicle

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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