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P0302 on KIA SOUL

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
7
Most Affected
2014, 2016, 2013

What P0302 Means on Your KIA SOUL

Real KIA SOUL Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Tl* the contact owns a 2013 kia soul. the contact stated while driving 75 mph, the cruise control became inoperable and the vehicle failed to maintain a speed of 45 mph. the contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated."

— 2013 KIA SOUL owner • ENGINE • Filed 04/21/2019

"Subject: Reimbursement Request for Engine Defect Repairs - VIN [XXX] Dear Kia Consumer Assistance Center, I am requesting full reimbursement for repairs necessitated by the known engine defect in my 2014 Kia Soul with the 2."

— 2014 KIA SOUL owner • UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE • Filed 11/21/2025

"Multiple misfires, codes Codes P062E x2 P0300 P0303 P0302 P0500 P0267 P0264 P050B"

— 2014 KIA SOUL owner • ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 09/01/2024

"While driving my 2016 Kia Soul on the highway, the vehicle suddenly began shaking and immediately lost power. The check engine light came on and the car would not accelerate, even when pressing the gas pedal. This happened with no prior warning."

— 2016 KIA SOUL owner • UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE • Filed 10/23/2025

"Traveling on the interstate five days ago, the vehicle (2016 Kia Soul) started knocking and I could not accelerate. Was able to safely get off the road and had the vehicle taken to the closest dealership. Vehicle has had significant oil consumption."

— 2016 KIA SOUL owner • ENGINE • Filed 10/25/2023

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0302 on KIA SOUL

57.1%
28.6%
14.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2013
1
2014
2
2016
2
2018
1
2020
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0302 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026