My 2016 Kia Soul Engine Light has appeared for the last 6 years. I have taken it to three Kia Dealerships and two independent mechanics. NOBODY can figure why the light comes on... I was told by the Kia Dealership in Denham Springs, Louisiana that it is a COMMON problem with the Souls. AND it is a Fathom Light. So, I have ignored the light. Until March 1, 2026, the car had severe engine problems. I had the car towed.

If these mechanics had fixed the issue, I would have taken the light seriously. Every time I take the car to the mechanics it has cost me $150. If you do the math it is up $750. Now, the car has oil issues. It is burning up oil like crazy.

I only have a few options; !. Trade the car in and get another car. (NEVER A KIA) 2. Consult an attorney

I am a retired school teacher on a fixed income. The cost of a new car is not feasible at this time. Maybe in a few months. I am so FRUSTRATED.

So far this car has this engine light problem, the car radio died, oil issues, and people wanted to steal it. I wished they had stolen the car. I hate this car. I do not feel safe in this vehicle.

I live on a basically fixed income, being the only working one - my spouse is unable to work due to health issues. Dealership wants to charge $95 to diagnose but if under warranty it will be taken care of - but if it's not covered, I cannot afford to pay. This is the second Soul I have owned - the first one was 2012 when I had electrical issues that wouldn't act up when dealer was looking for it. I took it to them three times, and finally had to tell them I was going get the local news do a report. So they sold me a newer Soul, but now I've got 100,000 on it and it's breaking down. The codes are p0017 and p0014. I have taken care of it and it still looks brand new. This should be the last Kia I will own until I get it paid for, or they offer me a buy back incentive.