2014 KIA FORTE KOUP

2 recalls — 3 complaints

20V750000 Dec 2, 2020
ENGINE
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, ... Read more
294,756 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
17V773000 Dec 1, 2017
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It c... Read more
Consequence
If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted... Read more
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
134,366 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
ENGINE1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 6, 2018
Incident date: Jun 5, 2018
I HAVE THE FORTE KOUP SX TGDI TRIM. I WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 75-80 MPH. I NOTICED I WAS NOT ABLE TO GAIN ENOUGH SPEED TO PASS SLOWER TRAFFIC. ALSO NOTICED THAT ONCE SPEED SLOWED TO 65-70 MPH THE WAS NO POWER WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE. HOWEVER THE CAR STILL WAS ABLE TO REGAIN SPEED AND MAINTAIN... Read more
ENGINE Jul 6, 2018
Incident date: Jun 5, 2018
I HAVE THE FORTE KOUP SX TGDI TRIM. I WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 75-80 MPH. I NOTICED I WAS NOT ABLE TO GAIN ENOUGH SPEED TO PASS SLOWER TRAFFIC. ALSO NOTICED THAT ONCE SPEED SLOWED TO 65-70 MPH THE WAS NO POWER WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE. HOWEVER THE CAR STILL WAS ABLE TO REGAIN SPEED AND MAINTAIN... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 6, 2018
Incident date: Jun 5, 2018
I HAVE THE FORTE KOUP SX TGDI TRIM. I WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 75-80 MPH. I NOTICED I WAS NOT ABLE TO GAIN ENOUGH SPEED TO PASS SLOWER TRAFFIC. ALSO NOTICED THAT ONCE SPEED SLOWED TO 65-70 MPH THE WAS NO POWER WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE. HOWEVER THE CAR STILL WAS ABLE TO REGAIN SPEED AND MAINTAIN... Read more

EPA Fuel Economy — 2014 KIA FORTE KOUP

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 22.0 29.0 25.0 Regular $2,400
1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 22.0 29.0 24.0 Regular $2,500
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 24.0 33.0 28.0 Regular $2,150
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 24.0 32.0 27.0 Regular $2,200

CO2 Emissions: 353.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

KIA FORTE KOUP — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA FORTE KOUP across all model years (2010–2017).

24 Total Recalls
70 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
3 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KIA FORTE KOUP — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2017 5 0 View
2016 0 2 View
2015 1 0 View
2014 (current) 2 3
2013 5 22 View
2012 5 17 View
2011 3 9 View
2010 3 17 View

Other KIA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
SORENTO 188 13,593 View
SPORTAGE 165 6,601 View
SEDONA 118 3,350 View
OPTIMA 100 10,128 View
TELLURIDE 70 2,186 View
SOUL 66 7,233 View
SORENTO HYBRID 62 159 View
SOUL EV 62 50 View