NHTSA Campaign 18V771000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Issued by Kia Motors America · Reported Oct 31, 2018 · 1,754 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
KIA FORTE 2019 1,754

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V771000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.