2023 Honda HR-V vs 2023 Kia Soul
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2023 Honda HR-V | 2023 Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 681 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 26 | 50 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 13,462 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda HR-V | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 319 | 1 |
| Steering | 76 | 8 |
| Visibility | 78 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 12 |
| Structure | 33 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 12 |
| Lane Departure | 13 | 6 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 0 |
2023 Honda HR-V
2023 Kia Soul
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.