2023 KIA FORTE

3 recalls, 102 complaints - 41 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

24V244000 Apr 1, 2024
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Consequence
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this reca... Read more
215 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
23V649000 Sep 22, 2023
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Consequence
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this ... Read more
3,866 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
22V906000 Dec 8, 2022
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Defect Description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
939 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

102 total complaints 10 crashes 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
UNKNOWN OR OTHER10
ENGINE9
SERVICE BRAKES8
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6
STEERING6
AIR BAGS5
EXTERIOR LIGHTING4
WHEELS3
POWER TRAIN Sep 6, 2026
Incident date: Sep 5, 2026
Unknown. During a basic collision Avoidance maneuver performed by myself on the highway at speed of aprox 60MPH the steering suddenly became non-responsive, resulting in my inability to maintain directional control and cause a collision. The vehicle continued traveling before coming to its final r... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION Sep 6, 2026
Incident date: Sep 5, 2026
Unknown. During a basic collision Avoidance maneuver performed by myself on the highway at speed of aprox 60MPH the steering suddenly became non-responsive, resulting in my inability to maintain directional control and cause a collision. The vehicle continued traveling before coming to its final r... Read more
Crash
STEERING Sep 6, 2026
Incident date: Sep 5, 2026
Unknown. During a basic collision Avoidance maneuver performed by myself on the highway at speed of aprox 60MPH the steering suddenly became non-responsive, resulting in my inability to maintain directional control and cause a collision. The vehicle continued traveling before coming to its final r... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 24, 2026
Electrical system failed while operating vehicle on major highway. All lights flashed, system shut off, power steering locked up.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 24, 2026
Electrical system failed while operating vehicle on major highway. All lights flashed, system shut off, power steering locked up.
ENGINE Aug 9, 2026
Incident date: Aug 8, 2026
RECALL REMEDY FAILURE-DEALER DENIED SAFETY REPAIR On 7/31 vehicle would shut off after cranking up. Eventually got a check engine light. I was out of town at the time and it was 630pm. I was able to take vehicle to a Advanced Auto so they could do a quick diagnostic check. Codes P0505--Idle Air Cont... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 15, 2026
When I put my 2013 Ford edge in reverse the backup camera goes out for about 5 to 10 seconds or it just doesn’t work at all. And also I just paid $672 to have the drivers side door latch replaced because the recall had expired in November of 2025 the door ajar light would stay on and the dash woul... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Jul 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 1, 2026
Multipurpose camera stopped working and most of the safety systems alerts are on now and don’t work
POWER TRAIN May 29, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
My vehicle has active VANOS failure codes (131401 and 130304). These codes are preventing my car from passing the New York State safety and emissions inspection, rendering it legally unable to be used on the road. BMW/MINI Corporate is refusing to honor their national extended component warranty bu... Read more
ENGINE May 29, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
My vehicle has active VANOS failure codes (131401 and 130304). These codes are preventing my car from passing the New York State safety and emissions inspection, rendering it legally unable to be used on the road. BMW/MINI Corporate is refusing to honor their national extended component warranty bu... Read more
TIRES May 26, 2026
Incident date: May 24, 2026
The contact stated that while driving, a slow leak on the inside side wall right rear passenger side. The vehicle was taken when taken to the dealer to replace. Left front driver side, had a bubble in the side wall. The tire was replaced. In another occurrence, was noticed on the The vehicle was t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
Vehicle unexpectedly ceased to work. A loud pop sound then a message to check electrical system. Vehicle reverted to “limp mode” leaving me at a max of 15 mph. Terribly unsafe and extremely, concerningly widespread ICCU failure across Hyundai EV models For 5+ years is unacceptable
POWER TRAIN Mar 30, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
transmission is mis-shift and jerk while shfting. There's a lag between 6 and 8th gear
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 30, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
The transmission drops out of 6th gear to natural when accelerating.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 30, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
The 12.3 inch display of the instrument panel, where the speedometer and malfunction indicator lights are shown, goes blank when I turn ON the engine. It remained blank even when I drive. It is NOT safe to drive as I will not know which part is malfunctioning. The dealer has confirmed that it is a... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 24, 2026
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
Car shudders, hesitates and feels like it is going to stall at lower speeds. Vehicle has 39500 miles on it. Taken to local dealership and it was diagnosed with needing the Torque Converter replaced. This seems to be an ongoing issue with this component and should be a recall
AIR BAGS Mar 24, 2026
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 14, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
The system that is failing are the brakes and the tail lights. They used to be an open recall for the brake pedal stopper pad, however I’m not sure if that part is able to break again because in October I remember hitting the break and something I heard a crack down by the pedal, but I wasn’t ab... Read more
POWER TRAIN Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
1 injured
STEERING Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
Suspension or steering system makes an awful clicking noise when turning left or right.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
Muti pro tailgate has electric issues due to moisture. Tailgate will open up driving down the road.
POWER TRAIN Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 29, 2025
Was driving car after a recent oil change. The oil change was performed early because the car was ticking and found oil to be low. Was going to take into dealer to be looked into but the car made a loud sound and stopped immediately and turned off. Luckily I was not driving too fast but had I been t... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 4, 2025
Incident date: Oct 3, 2023
I own a new manual 2024 Ford Mustang GT now with 800 miles. When turning on the unit on 2 occasions, one on November 20 and another on December 3, documented with photographs and videos, the unit presents a black screen with no image. Either in reverse or drive without the possibility of viewing any... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 4, 2025
Incident date: Oct 3, 2023
I own a new manual 2024 Ford Mustang GT now with 800 miles. When turning on the unit on 2 occasions, one on November 20 and another on December 3, documented with photographs and videos, the unit presents a black screen with no image. Either in reverse or drive without the possibility of viewing any... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 4, 2025
Incident date: Oct 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a whining sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that later, while driving the vehicle, there was a clucking sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle lost power to the re... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 6, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2025
the fuel tank on my car expanded a few hours after inspection was taken place. The dealership stated my car was completely unsafe to drive and would not let me leave with it. My daughter was in the backseat when it happened, but she is safe and so am i
POWER TRAIN Oct 6, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from under the floorboards. The contact stated that the "Service 4-WD" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle started losing motiv... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 6, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving out of the driveway, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into neutral. The shift to park message was displayed on the screen. The shifter became stuck and failed to shift to park(P). The vehicle was restarted. Whil... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Sep 29, 2025
Incident date: Sep 13, 2025
On September 28, 2025, after parking in my garage on a hot day (~80°F), my Genesis GV80 automatically locked all doors while my 3-year-old child and dog were still inside. My keys were also locked in the vehicle. Neither the driver nor passenger door thumbprint sensors responded. For approximately ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 27, 2025
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
Received a recall notice for a motor bearing that could fail. Received recall notice on8/27 /25 They state parts are available 04/2025 And they will notify me when the parts are in. I think thay should be fixing my problem. Its been 5 months thats much to long.Can you do anything about it ? thay ... Read more
ENGINE Aug 27, 2025
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
Received a recall notice for a motor bearing that could fail. Received recall notice on8/27 /25 They state parts are available 04/2025 And they will notify me when the parts are in. I think thay should be fixing my problem. Its been 5 months thats much to long.Can you do anything about it ? thay ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 26, 2025
While driving the transmission started driving rough and the car was stuck in ev mode. Wouldnt even go back to hybrid mode. I kept driving until all my battery range was exhausted and lost acceleration and had to pull over the side of the highway. It was late at night so there was no one around or b... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 13, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
2/24/2025 Safety Recall work performed at Honda Marin; change Fuel Pump per recall. 4/28/2025 I reported vehicle stalling/misfiring, decelerating on its own and all lights keep coming on as a result of Fuel Pump change. Marin Honda performed cleaning of battery cables; technician claims nothing is ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jul 11, 2025
Incident date: Jul 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000(Engine and Engine Cooling; Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had e... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: May 5, 2025
I was pulling into a parking spot slowly and all of the sudden the car took off and took off and I couldn’t stop and when I tried to sped hard on the break it wouldn’t work and I lost control and my car wouldn’t stop until it crashed into another vehicle that was sitting in another parking spo... Read more
Crash 1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES May 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2023
The contact owned a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated the vehicle had been driven for three hours and parked. Moments later, the vehicle was restarted and while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration. While pressing the brake pedal, the vehi... Read more
Crash
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH May 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the passenger's side sliding door failed to close properly. The contact had to force the door closed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the fa... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Apr 29, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2025
Last week, the collision avoidance braking system activated without being triggered by an actual hazard. I was traveling btw 30 and 40 mph on a straight road, overcast conditions, no pedestrian or oncoming traffic or vehicle in front of me, nor any shadows, or roadworks that could be perceived as a ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Feb 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2023
The disabled vehicle when delivered by flatbed car hauler unit to the nearest dealership, Petro Nissan, 47 miles from the breakdown site would not move at highway speed but only jerked/bucked and crept along at little more than a fast walk. This condition was last experienced when the vehicle had be... Read more
ENGINE Feb 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2023
The disabled vehicle when delivered by flatbed car hauler unit to the nearest dealership, Petro Nissan, 47 miles from the breakdown site would not move at highway speed but only jerked/bucked and crept along at little more than a fast walk. This condition was last experienced when the vehicle had be... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Feb 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2023
My 2018 Toyota Tacoma started showing a "forward collision detection system malfunction" "Contact your dealer" light came on that also indicates system is not on/functioning. I went to the dealer and was told the Millimeter Wave Radar Sensor Assembly #88210-04020 wad defective. My replacement cost... Read more
ENGINE Feb 3, 2025
Incident date: Dec 28, 2024
I currently own a 2022 GMC Sierra with 75823 miles on the vehicle. I purchased the vehicle new from Bill Cramer GMC, and just learned today that the engine has to be rebuilt due to bad lifters, cam shaft damage, and excessive oil consumption. According to the dealership and further research, this ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 7, 2025
The vehicle airbag warning light 'SRS' displays randomly. We paid almost $200 for a diagnosis and have been told the passenger airbag needs to be replaced at a cost of $800. The Diagnostic code is B0020-13 "open or increased resistance in the left side airbag inflator". I have contacted Honda an... Read more
STEERING Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 7, 2025
Car reported to have a fluid leak in the steering rack assembly. Advised could cause spontaneous fire of the vehicle unless the assembly is replaced ASAP. Approx 40 k mileage.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 7, 2025
Gas Pump: Over the last few months, the vehicle has stalled twice, with the engine not functioning. Upon turning the ignition switch, the starter engages and the engine cranks, but it does not sustain operation. In both cases, the vehicle was able to start and run only after numerous attempts, excee... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jan 3, 2025
Incident date: Dec 25, 2024
The f16 fuse in the engine bay that connects power to multiple exterior lights as well as the abs brake system melts and melts part of the fuse tray. This is the same thing that happens with the vw Tiguan in campaign am97. Look into am97 as this can ruin your abs brake system. This should be recalle... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Nov 22, 2024
Incident date: Nov 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while his son was driving 30 MPH, the message "Hot" was displayed. The driver pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to Gear Repair, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket was leaking coolant into the engine block ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Aug 18, 2024
Incident date: Aug 13, 2024
This model car has a fuse box under the glove box known as a "passenger junction box" that has a faulty or defective relay soldered onto the circuit board. The relay is tied to lighting that includes the interior lights, exterior front parking lights, exterior rear tail lights, and the license plat... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Aug 9, 2024
Incident date: Jun 15, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the infotainment screen was erratic before the failure. The contact stated that the hazard lights were inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the local... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH Aug 9, 2024
Incident date: Jun 15, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the infotainment screen was erratic before the failure. The contact stated that the hazard lights were inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the local... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 KIA FORTE

2023 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 10.7%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard & Optional
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2023 KIA FORTE

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 22.0 31.0 26.0 Regular $2,350
1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive) 27.0 35.0 30.0 Regular $2,050
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) 28.0 39.0 32.0 Regular $1,900

CO2 Emissions: 348.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 KIA FORTE

41 manufacturer communications from 25 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM14
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING4
350000 EQUIPMENT4
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM3
160000 STRUCTURE3
220000 SEATS2
130000 VISIBILITY2
100000 POWER TRAIN1
TSB_ELE338 Apr 30, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0/AVN5W SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA569) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on Display Audio 2.0 (D2V) and 5th Generation AVN Wide (AVN5W) head units on certain 202
TSB_GEN099_R1 Apr 16, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: TIRE MOBILITY KIT INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT/REPAIR (SA556) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in
TSB_GEN099 Feb 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: TIRE MOBILITY KIT INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT/REPAIR (SA556) - This bulletin provides information to inspect, and if necessary, replace the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) sealant can or sealant can cap on c
TSB_ELE303_R2 Feb 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_CHA121 Jan 8, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: FRONT STRUT BEARING & SPRING PAD REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to replace the front strut bearing and upper spring pad on both front (LH and RH) strut assemblies on certain 2019-2024MY Forte (B
TSB_CHA121 Jan 8, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: FRONT STRUT BEARING & SPRING PAD REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to replace the front strut bearing and upper spring pad on both front (LH and RH) strut assemblies on certain 2019-2024MY Forte (B
TSB_BOD212_R1 Nov 2, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL SEAT TRACK REPLACEMENT FOR INOPERATIVE FRONT SEAT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
TSB_BOD212_R1 Nov 2, 2023
220000 SEATS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL SEAT TRACK REPLACEMENT FOR INOPERATIVE FRONT SEAT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
TSB_CLI053_R1 Oct 13, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr
TSB_CLI053_R1 Oct 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr
TSB_ELE312 Oct 9, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: VOICE RECOGNITION DATABASE UNMATCHED SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA545) - This bulletin provides information to update the navigation and map software on certain 2023MY Forte (BDm) vehicles equipped with 5th
TSB_ELE314 Oct 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: UNEVEN/SLIPPERY ROAD WARNING DISPLAYED ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page
TSB_ELE303_R1 Sep 28, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. The a
TSB_ELE303_R1 Sep 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. The a
TSB_ELE303_R1 Sep 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. The a
TSB_ELE303 Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive'
TSB_ELE303 Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive'
TSB_CLI053 Aug 14, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to replace the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor connector on some 2019-2023MY Forte (BDm) vehicles produc
TSB_CLI053 Aug 14, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HVAC BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to replace the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor connector on some 2019-2023MY Forte (BDm) vehicles produc
TSB_ELE209_R4 Aug 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr
TSB_ENG243 Jun 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: LOOSE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY PARTIAL REPAIR - This bulletin provides information regarding a loose crankshaft pulley condition on certain 2020-2023MY Forte (BDm) vehicles equipped with a 1.6L T-GDI and 6-speed manual
TSB_ENG243 Jun 9, 2023
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: LOOSE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY PARTIAL REPAIR - This bulletin provides information regarding a loose crankshaft pulley condition on certain 2020-2023MY Forte (BDm) vehicles equipped with a 1.6L T-GDI and 6-speed manual
TSB_BOD314 May 31, 2023
171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_BOD314 May 31, 2023
163400 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_BOD314 May 31, 2023
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_BOD314 May 31, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_ENG239_R1 Apr 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC23) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the mar
TSB_ENG239_R1 Apr 19, 2023
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC23) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the mar
TSB_ELE272_R1 Jan 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: CLUSTER LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR ADAS ALERT VOLUME CHANGE (SA517) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba
TSB_ELE272 Dec 19, 2022
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: CLUSTER LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR ADAS ALERT VOLUME CHANGE (SA517) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Cluster (CLU) system on some 2023MY vehicles to allow the
TSB_ELE272 Dec 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: CLUSTER LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR ADAS ALERT VOLUME CHANGE (SA517) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Cluster (CLU) system on some 2023MY vehicles to allow the
TSB_TRA046_R3 Nov 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmis
TSB_CLI048_R1 Nov 18, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR: COMPRESSOR FIELD COIL ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in
TSB_ENG241 Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OIL LIFE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (OLMS) AND MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin provides information regarding the new Oil Life Management System (OLMS) Maintenance Reminder Setting feature available on some 2
TSB_ENG241 Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OIL LIFE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (OLMS) AND MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin provides information regarding the new Oil Life Management System (OLMS) Maintenance Reminder Setting feature available on some 2
TSB_ENG219_R1 Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides inform
TSB_ENG219_R1 Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides inform
TSB_ELE209_R3 Aug 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster. The
PS672_R1 Aug 10, 2022
220000 SEATS
PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/REAR DOOR LOGIC - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides informatio
PS672_R1 Aug 10, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/REAR DOOR LOGIC - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides informatio
TSB_ENG239 Jun 27, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC23) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting in use performance tracking emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certa

KIA FORTE - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA FORTE across all model years (2010, 2023).

34 Total Recalls
3,615 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
362 Reported Crashes
169 Reported Fires
21 Reported Deaths

KIA FORTE - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2024 0 46 View
2023 (current) 3 102
2022 1 43 View
2021 2 95 View
2020 0 103 View
2019 2 217 View
2018 3 190 View
2017 3 432 View
2016 1 203 View
2015 1 326 View
2014 3 648 View
2013 5 272 View
2012 4 406 View
2011 3 214 View
2010 3 317 View
2009 0 1 View

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