[rhysoul]

Our 2020 Soul passed the initial recall inspection, so we felt we were in the clear by now with 14K miles. Then it just started shaking violently on startup, throwing the P0304 Code. Dealer scoped the cylinder walls and saw scoring in cylinder 4. That one off event has become a regular feature now.

Any suggestions how to make Kia make good on their warranty? What exactly would the best "fix" look like? Any suggestions? Thanks.

If they saw scoring they should be replacing the engine. That’s the only fix. What did the dealer tell you?

If they confirmed there’s scoring and won’t replace the engine you can try calling Kia Consumer Assistance 800-333-4542

 

[rhysoul]

No idea. It's a 2021 LX manual but whether it was built on a Monday in April or not I don't know.

The VIN tag on your drivers door jam will have month and year of manufacture. If it was made before 10/20 you probably have the piston ring issue.

 

[rhysoul]

Looking to get a 2023 between now and December. I shouldn't have to worry about any oil consumption issues on a newer model?

I wouldn’t worry about it. It was a small percent of Souls manufactured through October 2020 that had the ring issue.

 

[rhysoul]

A $33k Soul LX is your dealer price gouging. The MSRP is still under $20k even if it has the LX technology package. Kia USA really needs to do something about these scum dealerships. Maybe punish them by sending them all the left over Rios and nothing else until they get in line.

 

[rhysoul]

i did buy it from a dealership in nov 2020 and i didn't start moving/messing with my mail until apr 22. i didn't get anything from the dealership i'm still wondering how folks were notified...email? snail mail?? phone call??

i would look at the door but it's 60 miles away at the dealership, since it was a leftover it was prob made in 2019 (just guessing).

Kia America sent out letters in the mail. If you bought it new, they should have known your address. The letter was sent out well before 4/22, not sure exactly but I think it was early 2021.

In the back of your owners manual there’s a little change of address/new owner card you can fill out and mail to Kia America to update your address, or ask your dealer. Because you should have received the letter for the recalls.

 

[rhysoul]

(Bwdz is a Kia tech at a dealership and sees these cars every day. If there was a pattern of failure on the 2022s, a dealer service department would see it by now. )

 

[rhysoul]

the more i research the more i think i need to get rid of this thing. engine trans break airbag failures geesh!!! i wish i would've traded her in, somehow i don't think i'm gonna get the same offer as before

I’ll buy your piece of junk for $10k

 

[rhysoul]

 

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[rhysoul]

Improper repairs were the cause of most Hyundai Kia fires. When you disconnect the high pressure fuel pump and lines, the manufacturer requires you to replace the lines and bolts. Shops were not doing that and not tightening them properly and when there’s up to 2000 psi of pressure in there, you want to make sure the fittings are tight!

Not checking your oil and running so low that a connecting rod busts through the block dumping oil on the hot exhaust was another reason some caught on fire.

if you’re so unhappy with your Kia. Trade it in for a Tesla. They never spontaneously combust 🫢