2013 Kia Soul technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Jun 9, 2026 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition: cylinder protector & decal installation (CS2311)
• Mar 24, 2026 Service bulletinSubsequent repair action: catalytic converter replacement and engine inspection/replacement (SC176Y)
• Dec 19, 2025 OtherPostcard owner renotification (CS2311)
• Dec 9, 2025 OtherPitstop: technical operations: external damage to ultrasonic sensor
• Apr 17, 2025 Service bulletinTransmission fluid application guide
• Apr 3, 2025 Service bulletinExcessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta/kappa engines
• Nov 7, 2024 Service bulletinProduct improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/z)
• Oct 18, 2024 Service bulletinSubsequent repair action: catalytic converter replacement and engine inspection/replacement (SC176Y)
• Oct 18, 2024 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition cylinder protector & decal installation (CS2311)
• May 16, 2024 Service bulletinThis bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity...
• Dec 20, 2023 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Dec 12, 2023 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition cylinder protector & decal installation (CS2311)
• Aug 18, 2023 Service bulletinOwner re-notification
• May 5, 2023 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Mar 1, 2023 Service bulletinPitstop: low oil pressure at idle after gamma 1.6L GDI short block engine replacement
• Nov 18, 2022 Service bulletinTransmission fluid application guide
• May 25, 2022 Service bulletinPitstop: DTC P0011/ P0014/ P0016/ P0017 due to incorrect camshaft reluctor wheel configuration
• Oct 5, 2021 Service bulletinPartial repair of c-mdps motor, ECU, worm gear and/or steering column housing
• Sep 23, 2021 Service bulletinEngine replacement instructions for DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/z)
• Sep 20, 2021 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Sep 15, 2021 Service bulletin1.6L GDI with MIL on DTC P050A ECM logic improvement (SA485)
• Sep 13, 2021 Service bulletinInformation for headlamp condensation and moisture
• Jun 9, 2021 Service bulletinProduct improvement campaign - 1.6L GDI knock sensor detection system (KSDS) logic improvement (PI2002A)
• Apr 15, 2021 Service bulletinEngine replacement instructions for DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/z)
• Apr 6, 2021 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Apr 2, 2021 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Mar 30, 2021 Service bulletinDealer principal memo
• Mar 30, 2021 Service bulletinDealer parts and service manager memo
• Mar 30, 2021 Service bulletinQuestion and answer
• Mar 11, 2021 Service bulletinExcessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta engines
• Dec 22, 2020 Service bulletinExcessive oil consumption - nu/gamma engines
• Aug 25, 2020 Service bulletinPitstop - brake caliper leak inspection
• Jul 31, 2020 Service bulletinCommunication to Kia Owners
• Apr 24, 2020 Service bulletin- Transmission fluid application guide
• Mar 31, 2020 Service bulletinProduct improvement campaign (PI2002A)
• Feb 21, 2020 Service bulletinOwner notification letter (PI2002A)
• Feb 20, 2020 Service bulletinTSB - knock sensor detection system (KSDS) logic improvement (PI2002)
• Feb 19, 2020 Service bulletinQuestions and answers (PI2002A)
• Feb 19, 2020 Service bulletinDealer principal notice (PI2002A)
• Feb 19, 2020 Service bulletinDealer service manager notice (PI2002A)
• Jan 21, 2020 Service bulletinHalogen head lamp low beam bulb connector replacement
• Nov 26, 2019 Service bulletinPartial repair of c-mdps motor, ECU and/or steering column housing
• Oct 15, 2019 Service bulletinPartial repair of c-mdps motor, ECU and/or steering column housing
• May 3, 2019 Service bulletinOwner letter
• May 3, 2019 Service bulletinRequest for reimbursement form 2012-2013 my
• Apr 30, 2019 Service bulletinAttention: All Dealer Principals
• Apr 30, 2019 Service bulletinAttention: All Kia Parts & Service Managers
• Apr 30, 2019 Service bulletinQ & a: 2012-2013 my soul and 2014 my cadenza vehicles motor driven power steering (MDPS) flexible coupling...
• Apr 29, 2019 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Jan 18, 2019 Service bulletinSpecial service information & specifications for GDI high pressure fuel system
• Oct 19, 2018 Service bulletinPitstop: cylinder head steel ball inspection and installation
• Jul 3, 2018 Service bulletinTSB
• Mar 2, 2018 Service bulletinPitstop - engine component re-use guidelines
• Feb 16, 2018 Service bulletinTSB - driveshaft serviceability
• Nov 20, 2017 Service bulletinTSB - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange
• Jun 27, 2017 Service bulletinPitstop: TPMS sensor position
• Mar 21, 2017 Service bulletinDefogging logic ? normal operation, disabling, and enabling
• Mar 16, 2017 Service bulletinECU upgrade - DTC P0441 logic improvement (SA280)
• Feb 16, 2017 Service bulletinCombination TSB / service action: ECU upgrade ? DTC P0441 logic improvement (SA280)
• Jan 18, 2017 Service bulletinMandatory replacement of locking/security hardware
• Jan 18, 2017 Service bulletinPitstop: manual evaporative emissions test for hard to find/small leaks
• Nov 4, 2016 Service bulletinMandatory replacement of locking/security hardware
• Oct 31, 2016 Service bulletinInhibitor switch diagnosis information
• Sep 30, 2016 Service bulletinPitstop: HVAC receiver/dryer - desiccant replacement - in the event of a HVAC system concern in which...
• Sep 13, 2016 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Aug 16, 2016 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Apr 4, 2016 Service bulletinTSB - use of aftermarket USB charging cables in USB/12V ports
• Feb 5, 2016 Service bulletinPit stop: ocv damage when installing engine cover
• Jan 29, 2016 Service bulletinRear view camera diagnosis/replacement - this bulletin provides information to diagnose and/or replace the...
• Jan 15, 2016 Service bulletinUvo system upgrade - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2013MY soul...
• Jan 15, 2016 Service bulletinAVN system upgrade
• Jan 15, 2016 Service bulletinBase audio system upgrade
• Dec 15, 2015 Service bulletinInterior door handle(s) inspection and/or replacement (SA205) - this bulletin provides the procedure to...
• Oct 19, 2015 Service bulletinKds - audio update module (AUM) - the gds audio update module (AUM) was introduced in fourth quarter of 2013
• Aug 12, 2015 Service bulletinIdentifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how...
• Aug 12, 2015 Service bulletinIdentifying head unit software version for direct exchange
• Aug 3, 2015 Service bulletin6-SPD. a/t adaptive value reset /relearn
• Jul 16, 2015 Service bulletinOwner notification letter (SC122) - dear kia soul owner: kia motors america, inc
• Jul 1, 2015 Service bulletinKia: an additional application of anti-corrosion protection will be applied on some vehicles underbody...
• Jun 26, 2015 Service bulletinNavigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement...
• Jun 3, 2015 Service bulletinECM upgrade – rio, soul MIL on with dtc(s) P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
• Jun 1, 2015 Service bulletin6 spd a/t solenoid replacement – multiple dtcs
• Apr 24, 2015 Service bulletinPitstop: smart pedal feature
• Apr 18, 2015 Service bulletinAVN system upgrade (SA189)
• Mar 27, 2015 Service bulletinPitstop: bluetooth® issues after iphone® ios 8 software update
• Mar 12, 2015 Service bulletinECM upgrade – rio, soul MIL on with dtc(s) P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
• Mar 6, 2015 Service bulletinPitstop: navigation headunit and sd card compatibility - this article provides information in regards to...
• Mar 1, 2015 Service bulletinKia: electronic control module (ECM) software has been upgraded for certain vehicles experiencing...
• Sep 4, 2014 Service bulletinPitstop: remote start system diagnostic hotline
• Jul 8, 2014 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Jun 11, 2014 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• May 22, 2014 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• May 22, 2014 Service bulletin6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ? DTC P0741
• May 19, 2014 Service bulletinPit stop: GDI injector spray tip deposits
• Apr 15, 2014 Service bulletinSpecial service tool for hood release lever removal
• Oct 8, 2013 Service bulletinCombined TSB/service action ? rio, soul 1.6 GDI MIL on with dtcs P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128 (SA152)
• Oct 1, 2013 Service bulletinSummary to be provided on a future date.
• Jul 17, 2013 Service bulletinManual HVAC control unit logic improvement (SA148) - this bulletin provides information related to a...
• May 29, 2013 Service bulletin6-SPEED a/t transmission adaptive values reset/relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary...
• Mar 22, 2013 Service bulletinWindshield washer pump inlet filter replacement - this bulletin provides information relating to possible...
• Feb 22, 2013 Service bulletinPitstop: instrument cluster illumination adjustment: this bulletin provides instructions to adjust the...
• Jan 25, 2013 Service bulletinAxle shaft serviceability by model - this bulletin has been revised
• Dec 20, 2012 Service bulletinPitstop: 2013 kia soul customer tips: in an effort to better educate and familiarize customers about some...
• Dec 13, 2012 Service bulletinUvo software upgrade (SA140A)
• Nov 21, 2012 Service bulletinPitstop: auto door lock operation - on all 2012 and 2013 soul vehicles, the auto door lock feature...
• Oct 5, 2012 Service bulletinInformation for dealer uvo upgrade / retail customer
• May 1, 2012 Service bulletinKia: new information provided regarding the electronic control module (ECM) software upgrade for vehicles...