How many problems does the 2015 KIA Forte Koup have?

The 2015 KIA Forte Koup currently has 250 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2015 KIA Forte Koup?

The most common problems reported for the 2015 KIA Forte Koup are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2015 KIA Forte Koup problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2015 KIA Forte Koup comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

2015 KIA Forte Koup Problems

ENGINE

119 complaints

Engine burning oil and the recall had to do with the engine burning oil and could cause engine fire while driving. It was under the recall list but the dealership said the time frame for the warranty expired it has been inspected by a auto shop and the said it needs a engine because the engine burned oil really fast and there where no warning

Nov 20, 2025

Vehicle started making a ticking noise under the hood. I immediately had it towed to a mechanics shop in town. They performed an inspection and said the ticking noise is from a Rod Bearing # 3 has come loose and the whole engine must be replaced. The car has only 108,000 miles. There were no check engine lights that came on either. I called Kia to see about getting a replacement engine from them and they informed me they no longer make that engine for that car anymore which is the 1.6 Liter Turbo Charged GDI 4 Cylinder Engine.

Oct 16, 2025

Rod knock in engine, catastrophic failure

Sep 10, 2025

Oil leak with no warning signal what so ever . My car can completely run out of oil and the light won't turn in at all.

Aug 08, 2025

Took care to kis for a recall picked it up and got down the street and it died on me brought it back to Kia and was told it was okay just the oil filter took Kia home and changed oil and filter and car kept going dead would restart but the die again after driving for a little bit. The car kept going dead in middle of road interstate turning into lane across from on going traffic very unsafe. Took care back to Kia the scanned it and checked recall they did and said it was ok took car home again and same problem it now has a loud knock or chattering sound while driving.and it's still going dead. Took care back to Kia again and now they say there is internal engine failure and that I don't have the extended warranty because my mileage is just over the limit for regular warranty. And they will not offer goodwill either because the Internal engine failure. My car drove just fine no problems until I took it to them for the recall and now they say they can't help with nothing. With being disabled and a student I worked really hard to get this car and I need it to get to appointments school and therapy. This has taken away my transportation my happiness and my hard work And effort. It takes a lot to accomplish things being disabled and this makes it even harder. I want to give up most days being able to get to school gave me a purpose and I felt like I belonged. I feel it is only far to have another opinion and to have goodwill being the issue occured after the recall took place. Please help me get my car back and running I've given life and my education my all and my best with what circumstances I have to go through to make it through a day and not having the one things that I earned and worked so hard for taken away from me is really defeating and hard.

Aug 07, 2025

+ 114 more complaints for this component

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

18 complaints

I had a crack in my windshield. I called Safelite to come out and replace my windshield tape got left behind on the windshield and the roof of my car. I removed the tape and it brought the paint with it. I’ve been contacted safe flight and they told me that there was a recall on the white paint for the Kia forte coupe 2015 therefore they are not liable for any repairs on the vehicle. Now the roof of my car has two places where it’s missing paint from tape being pulled from it.

Apr 10, 2025

When driving it suddenly won't pull a hill. It will slow down to 20-30 mph even on an interstate. I've had it in the shop several time and they can't find anything wrong. It did it again and I took it in and the mechanic told me there was a recall on the computer system but I can't find it. If there's a recall please let me know at [XXX] . Thanks [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Jan 20, 2024

Trunk leakage, affecting the inside carpet floor, front and back area and the back seat every time it rains. As a consequence mold forms (white spots of powder like/mold) I inform the dealership but they said that’s not in the recall list. And they ask to go to a body shop.

Feb 13, 2023

There is a way to remove a piece of the steering component and start the car with a USB (general - doesn't need to be any specific USB, can be an iPhone charger). There are many Kia's being stolen and damaged, some to the point of unrepair. This needs to be recalled ASAP. Many people are getting hurt. They call themselves the "Kia Boys" and it's now a social media trend to steal Kia's. The government needs to step in and force Kia to recall their vehicles with this capability before more people die because of this stupid trend. I'm answering the following questions with what I know from other reports from news; not to my actual vehicle.

Aug 09, 2022

Since 2019 I have been having an issue with unknown individuals hacking in to my car and verbally harrasing me while I'm driving. The have yelled at me and at times had clise calls due their disturbance. No matter how loud i raise the volume on the radio, they will yell louder at me. Calling me inappropriate names, talking inappropriatly to me, and multiple accusations, even though I don't know them. Help!

Jul 27, 2022

+ 13 more complaints for this component

AIR BAGS

15 complaints

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that after accelerating from a red light the driver-side airbag suddenly deployed. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the passenger side tire had also flattened. During the incident, the driver sustained an injured right arm. The contact indicated that no collision or frontend damage had occurred to cause the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Nov 19, 2021

Injuries: 1

The contact's daughter owned a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated while his daughter was driving at 15 MPH, another vehicle going 40 MPH crashed into the passenger front side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact stated his daughter sustained whiplash and was taken to the hospital. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a lot, where it was totaled. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000.

Jun 23, 2021

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING. I HAVE NEVER BEEN IN A ACCIDENT..

Aug 19, 2020

I WAS TRAVELING ON NORTH CARSON I WAS AT A CAUTION LIGHT TRYING TO TURN LEFT WHEN A TAHOE REAR ENDED ME. MY CAR TURNED OUT OF CONTROL AND MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T NOT WORK.

Oct 04, 2019

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

AIRBAG CONTROLLER FAILED IN JUNE 2017 12 MONTHS AFTER VEHICLE PURCHASE.

Jun 07, 2019

+ 10 more complaints for this component

SERVICE BRAKES

9 complaints

I was driving today and upon braking trying to come to a four way stop, the brake pedal went to the floor with no stopping. My vehicle went through the 4 way stop endangering me and my passengers. The piston blew out where all fluid leaked over the place. This is dangerous.

Sep 25, 2025

Going down an incline the brakes can go to the floor. Usually if the pavement is a little bumpy. It’s like you loose all braking.

Jul 31, 2023

Kia issued recall to inspect/repair potential corrosion of brake lines. Dealer inspected car on 12/8/22 and advised repair/replacement was needed and parts would be order. Now almost 2 months later and still no part. Dealer states back ordered. Complaint filed with Kia customer service and no meaningful response. In fact other than acknowledging complaint no response whatsoever. Yet Kia advises this is a potential safety issue and should be repaired ASAP so as to avoid accidents/damage, etc.. Kia cannot or will not provided any information regarding parts availability and subsequent required repair. If transportation is needed we are forced to drive a vehicle with known safety issues because of manufacturers lack of response.

Feb 04, 2023

Received inspection letter dated 8/19/22 from Kia to inspect/replace if necessary brake line. First available appointment was 9/27/22. Inspection revealed a severely rotted brake line and invoice notation that vehicle is unsafe to drive. I contacted 3 other Kia dealerships and was given the familiar response that the parts are on back order with not estimate time for arrival. I contacted Kia customer service for a remedy but experienced hour long wait on hold only to be disconnected. Several attempts later customer service suggested I seek an off dealer shop and pay for the repair and be reimbursed by Kia. I was not able to get service through a third party either. I was assigned a case number 15188053 but no viable resolution.

Dec 02, 2022

Kia recalled my brake line but won’t fix claiming parts in Korea on back order going on months. They took pics of corrosion. They said if something happens it’s my fault.

Oct 26, 2022

+ 4 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

8 complaints

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 75,010 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was approximately 228,000.

Apr 15, 2025

Vechile was parked & an attempted theft took place at 4am. It happened due to No immobilizer & No security system at all!

Aug 01, 2024

The car keeps stalling out while stopped. No check engine lights or anything . It will then sit for a minute ot two then start back.

Oct 23, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal burning smell would emit throughout the vehicle without warning. The contact also stated that due to this failure, the brake lights would intermittently fail to operate as needed upon depression. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where they discovered burnt wires in the electrical box and had the box replaced; despite the replacement, the failure persisted. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.

Feb 11, 2022

Fire: 1

PURCHASED A BRAND NEW CAR BATTERY A WEEK AGO, THE CAR WAS RUNNING FINE, SPENT THE DAY OUT, WENT BACK TO MY CAR AND IT WOULD NOT TURN ON. HAD TO CALL AAA TO GET A JUMP ON A BRAND NEW CAR BATTERY. WENT BACK TO WHERE I PURCHASED THE BATTERY, THEY SAID IT WAS NOT THE BATTERY, THEY DID REPLACE IT AND RAN A DIAGNOSTIC AND THEY COULD NOT FINE AN ISSUE AND STATED IT MUST BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. WENT ABOUT MY DAY, IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT, THE CAR LIGHTS TURNED OFF ON THERE OWN, I HAD TO PULL OVER TURN OFF THE CAR AND TURN IT BACK ON SO THE LIGHTS WOULD WORK AGAIN. YESTERDAY, I WENT TO SWITCH MY CAR WITH MY GIRLFRIEND AND IT WOULD NOT TURN ON OR EVEN CRANK TO TURN ON, AFTER TRYING FOR THE 5TH TIME, IT FINALLY TURNED ON. I HAVE A BABY AND DRIVING MY CAR HAS ME VERY SCARED. PLEASE HELP

Oct 08, 2020

+ 3 more complaints for this component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

7 complaints

THE TAIL LIGHTS THAT SURROUND THE BREAK LIGHTS CONSIST OF FOUR LED LIGHT BARS. IT IS ALWAYS RANDOM WITH OF THE LED ACTUALLY WORK. THE

Apr 13, 2021

ALL OF THE HEADLAMPS / ALL TAIL/PARK/MARKER / ALL I/P ILLUMINATION LAMPS GOES OUT WHEN TURNING ON THE TURN SIGNALS WHILE DRIVING & SIGNALING FOR AN UPCOMING TURN. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY & IS GETTING WORSE BY THE DAY. THE LAMPS USUALLY RETURN TO NORMAL WITHIN A SECOND OR TWO.

Dec 05, 2020

THE KIA HEADLIGHTS REGULARLY AND SUDDENLY TURNED OFF AND FLICKERED BACK ON WITH VARYING DURATION WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION UNDER NORMAL USE. THIS WAS NOTICEABLE AT NIGHT WHEN EVERYTHING WAS DARK AND SUDDENLY THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF WHEN WE NEEDED THEM AND QUITE OFTEN WHILE MAKING A TURN. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE TURNING SIGNAL WAS ACTIVATED WHICH IMPACTED THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE FOR BOTH THE PASSENGERS AND OTHER SURROUNDING CARS AND PEOPLE. DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH NO STREET LIGHTS ON A 2-LANE ROAD WITH INCOMING TRAFFIC, THEN PLANNING A TURN AND ACTIVATING THE TURNING SIGNAL CAUSED SOME CONCERNS TO BOTH THE KIA DRIVER AND THE INCOMING VEHICLES WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF AND CAUSED LOSS OF VISIBILITY AT NIGHT AT THE WRONG MOMENT. IT IS NOT GOOD TO NOT SEE AND NOT BE SEEN. I BELIEVE THIS WAS A SERIOUS ISSUE THAT INCREASED THE RISK OF ACCIDENT PARTICULARLY AT NIGHT. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE KIA DEALERSHIP AND HAD IT FIXED FOR ABOUT $400 TOTAL (PARTS AND LABOR) BUT I FEEL THIS HEADLIGHT ISSUE IS NOT NORMAL AND SERIOUS ENOUGH TO BE REPORTED TO HELP PREVENT UNFORTUNATE ACCIDENTS.

Oct 22, 2020

CONSTANTLY BLOWING BRAKE LIGHT, AND HAVE HAD BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER HOUSING REPLACED IN 3MONTHS DUE TO THEM LITERALLY BURNING UP AND MELTING. FIRE HAZARD AS WELL AS AN EXPENSIVE NUISANCE

Aug 26, 2020

ALL OF THE HEADLAMPS / ALL TAIL/PARK/MARKER / ALL I/P ILLUMINATION LAMPS GOES OUT WHEN TURNING ON THE TURN SIGNALS WHILE DRIVING & SIGNALING FOR AN UPCOMING TURN. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY & IS WORSENING WITH BY THE DAY. THE LAMPS USUALLY RETURN TO NORMAL WITHIN A SECOND OR TWO.

Aug 14, 2020

+ 2 more complaints for this component

POWER TRAIN

6 complaints

While driving on interstate 81 my transmission went out while going up a hill. I was almost rear ended by the driver behind me and while trying to get into the right lane I almost side swiped someone. This is the third time something has gone out on this car while I was driving. First the engine went out and when I contacted Kia and told them that my engine went out because of the same problem that their other cars have, they told me that there was nothing they could do. So I replaced it with my own money. A few months later the transmission goes while I'm driving. Almost causing an accident once again. Because Kia told me there was nothing they could do with my engine, I didn't even bother to call about the transmission. Once again, I replaced it with my own money. Now the same problem with the transmission has happened again and I can't put another transmission in this car. I still owe $8,500 on my loan and my car is basically a paper weight. I have made a complaint to you guys every time and nothing is being done about this. Every other Kia Forte's engine has been recalled except for mine. Something is going on with Kia cars and parts and it's leaving people in a really crappy position. I owe money on a car that I cannot drive. All because I bought a Kia. This situation is getting absolutely ridiculous. Someone needs to do something about this. It's not right that a company can have such an unreliable car and leave people in these types of situations. I have no other options here. There's nothing I can do. I hope you are the right organization to contact about this. I am done putting money into a car that is a death trap and a hazard to drive. If I do end up fixing the transmission and this happens again, I'm worried that the outcome is going to be worse. I've almost been in two accidents because of this faulty equipment. Hopefully someone does something before there's a third.

Oct 28, 2024

WHEN DRIVING MY 2015 KIA FORTE, IT SOMETIMES WHEN GIVING IT GAS TO GO IT WILL NOT SHIFT CORRECTLY, IT TAKING A SECOND OR TWO. AND RPM JUMP TO 3500 TO 4000 BEFORE IT SHIFTS. AND IT GET BAD FUEL MILEAGE SOMETIMES TOO.

Jan 15, 2021

ON APRIL 2020 WE NOTICED THAT OUR 2015 KIA FORTE WAS MAKING LOUD, CLANKING NOISE. WE TOOK IT TO A LOCAL MECHANIC. HERE IS THE PROBLEM IN HIS WORDS: * C/S THERE IS A NOISE IN THE ENGINE AREA, WORSE WHEN COLD. ENGINE HAS INTERNAL DAMAGE; UNCLEAR EXACTLY WHERE, BUT LISTENING TO A COLD START FROM UNDER THE CAR SEEMS TO INDICATE A ROD BEARING. REMOVING THE OIL PAN COULD HELP DIAGNOSE, BUT IT ISN'T RECOMMENDED AS A REPLACEMENT ENGINE IS THE BEST SOLUTION REGARDLESS. HE ADDED 2.5 QTS. OF OIL SINCE IT WAS BURING OIL. HE RECOMMENDED WE TAKE IT TO A KIA DEALER FOR FURTHER DIAGNOSIS. WE CALLED THE DEALER TWICE TO SETUP AN APT. TO HAVE THE CAR LOOKED AT. THE DEALER SAID WE DIDN'T NEED TO BRING IT IN FOR DIAGNOSTICS. THEY SAID BASED ON OUR DESCRIPTION THAT WE NEED AN ENGINE REPLACEMENT.

Nov 18, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. WHILE MOVING THE GEAR SHIFTER FROM DRIVE INTO PARK, THE RPMS INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ON ITS OWN, EVEN WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN TWO CRASHES DUE TO THE FAILURE. *ON THE FIRST OCCASION, WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO PARK AND THEN LUNGED FORWARD AND STRUCK A POLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, BUT THERE WAS MINOR DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. ON THE SECOND OCCASION, THE SAME SCENARIO OCCURRED; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BANKING FACILITY AT AN UNKNOWN HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE AUTHORITIES WERE CALLED AND POLICE REPORT NUMBER: [XXX] WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES, BUT ALL THREE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS WERE TAKEN TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL TO BE EVALUATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INITIALLY TOWED TO KIA OF LINCOLN (1145 N 48TH ST, LINCOLN, NE 68504, 402-434-7000) AND THEN TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT BODY SHOP FOR REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS ASSOCIATED WITH THE FAILURE. THE DEALER ALSO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT ONE OF THEIR SERVICE TECHNICIANS HAD HEARD OF THIS FAILURE OCCURRING PREVIOUSLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,568. *BF ('PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).')*JB

Sep 09, 2019

Crash: 1

ITS HARD GOING UP A HILL AND AS I'M DRIVING FEELS LIKE CAR IS PULLING BACK WHILE GOING FORWARD.

Aug 22, 2017

+ 1 more complaint for this component

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

6 complaints

I recently inherited this car from my mother and it appears that the engine may have issues. There is a loud noise that comes from the engine intermittently. It is louder at times then other times. The oil level is fine and recent. I've done a lot of research and it appears this is a common problem for the 2.0 engine. I feel as though this could turn into a bigger scenario if something is not done for the lack of expense a person must put into these engines.

Aug 13, 2022

My car engine burns oil like crazy. I received a recall notice and brought my vehicle to Gary Rome Kia in Enfield. I brought it in with the check engine light on as it was on listed conditions for the recall and when i was told everything passed i still had a check engine light and excessive burning of oil. The engine is not working properly and wasn't rectified during the recall process. I am afraid with how much oil it is burning it may lead to a fire in the engine compartment. I have followed all of the usual recommended services and was not made whole during the recall event.

Jun 29, 2021

I HAVE HAD A 2015 KIA FORTE WITH THE GDI ENGINE IN IT. I HAVE BEEN PAYING ON IT FOR OVER 2 YEARS NOW. I WENT TO THE STORE LAST NIGHT AND WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AFTER I GOT OUT OF THE STORE I HEARD A LOUD CLANKING NOISE. COME TO FIND OUT THERE WAS NO OIL EVEN THOUGH I HAVE IT SERVICED REGULARLY. WAS RUNNING FINE, NO INDICATOR LIGHTS. WENT UP THE ROAD YESTURDAY IT WAS MAKING LOUD CLACKING NOISE. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. CALLED MY DAUGHTER AND SHE CAME TO THE LOCATION AND SAID I HAD NO OIL! EVEN THOUGH I JUST HAD IT CHANGED. WE PUT 4 QTS IN AND HAD IT TOWED HOME. PLZ HELP!!! WE HAVE TAKEN GOOD CARE OF THIS VEHICLE AND IT IS STILL UNDER FINANCING!! I'M A DISABLED WIDOW WITH NO VEHICLE NOW!

Oct 13, 2019

HELLO. MY NAME IS [XXX] . I DRIVE A 2015 KIA FORTE5. IT'S THE SX MODEL WITH RIGHT AROUND 91000 MILES RIGHT NOW; AND AS OF RECENTLY IT HAS FALLEN ILL. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AFTER I NOTICED A SLIGHT KNOCKING SOUND AS WELL AS SOME WEIRD MISFIRES I WAS FEELING. AFTER DIAGNOSIS THEY TOLD ME AND I QUOTE "INTERNAL DAMAGE TO THE CYLINDER HEAD&POSSIBLY PISTONS FROM WHAT THE TECHNICIAN GATHERS SO FAR. A TEAR DOWN TO VISUALLY INSPECT IS THE NEXT STEP. FOR THE DIAGNOSIS THOUGH THE COST IS $134.98". BASED ON THE INFORMATION RECEIVED FROM THEM I CONTACTED THE WARRANTY COMPANY, EXPECTING THEM TO COVER THE COSTS BUT FOR SOME REASON WAS TURNED AWAY. I AM NOW COMING AWARE THAT THE ISSUES LISTED ABOVE HAVE BEEN SUBJECT TO MANY RECALLS FOR THE EXACT SAME ENGINE AS MINE, HOWEVER I LEARNED THIS INFORMATION THOUGH A THIRD PARTY TECHNICIAN. NOT ONCE DID THE DEALERSHIP MENTION IT. I LOOKED FURTHER AND FOUND SEVERAL CASES ON MANY ONLINE KIA FORUMS OF PEOPLE CLAIMING TO HAVE THE SAME ISSUES WITH THE SAME ENGINE. I AM JUST LOOKING TO HAVE SOME HELP GETTING THIS SITUATION RESOLVED AS I'VE HAD MANY PEOPLE TELL ME THAT I SHOULDN'T BE HAVING THESE KINDS OF PROBLEMS WITH A CAR THIS YOUNG. NOT TO MENTION THAT MY CAR STILL FALLS UNDER THE POWER TRAIN WARRANTY AS WELL AS THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. BELOW I HAVE SENT COPIES OF ALL THE DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION I RECEIVED. PLEASE RESPOND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. I THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

May 03, 2019

HELLO. MY NAME IS [XXX] . I DRIVE A 2015 KIA FORTE5. IT'S THE SX MODEL WITH RIGHT AROUND 91000 MILES RIGHT NOW; AND AS OF RECENTLY IT HAS FALLEN ILL. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AFTER I NOTICED A SLIGHT KNOCKING SOUND AS WELL AS SOME WEIRD MISFIRES I WAS FEELING. AFTER DIAGNOSIS THEY TOLD ME AND I QUOTE "INTERNAL DAMAGE TO THE CYLINDER HEAD&POSSIBLY PISTONS FROM WHAT THE TECHNICIAN GATHERS SO FAR. A TEAR DOWN TO VISUALLY INSPECT IS THE NEXT STEP. FOR THE DIAGNOSIS THOUGH THE COST IS $134.98". BASED ON THE INFORMATION RECEIVED FROM THEM I CONTACTED THE WARRANTY COMPANY, EXPECTING THEM TO COVER THE COSTS BUT FOR SOME REASON WAS TURNED AWAY. I AM NOW COMING AWARE THAT THE ISSUES LISTED ABOVE HAVE BEEN SUBJECT TO MANY RECALLS FOR THE EXACT SAME ENGINE AS MINE, HOWEVER I LEARNED THIS INFORMATION THOUGH A THIRD PARTY TECHNICIAN. NOT ONCE DID THE DEALERSHIP MENTION IT. I LOOKED FURTHER AND FOUND SEVERAL CASES ON MANY ONLINE KIA FORUMS OF PEOPLE CLAIMING TO HAVE THE SAME ISSUES WITH THE SAME ENGINE. I AM JUST LOOKING TO HAVE SOME HELP GETTING THIS SITUATION RESOLVED AS I'VE HAD MANY PEOPLE TELL ME THAT I SHOULDN'T BE HAVING THESE KINDS OF PROBLEMS WITH A CAR THIS YOUNG. NOT TO MENTION THAT MY CAR STILL FALLS UNDER THE POWER TRAIN WARRANTY AS WELL AS THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. BELOW I HAVE SENT COPIES OF ALL THE DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION I RECEIVED. PLEASE RESPOND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. I THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

May 03, 2019

+ 1 more complaint for this component

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

5 complaints

While driving car will shut off.

Mar 25, 2025

While driving the vehicle is completely shuts down without warning and stalls in the middle of traffic. It is a danger to safety do to risk of getting hit. There are no codes and no warnings. It starts back up but stalls again. I had it checked by a mechanic and even he couldn't figure out what is happening.

Sep 09, 2022

MY ENGINE JUST STARTED MAKING "KNOCKING" SOUNDS OUT OF NOWHERE...IM UP TO DATE ON OIL CHANGES AND I CHECK THE OIL OFTEN...IT KNOCKS WHILE IDLE AND IN MOTION.

Apr 27, 2021

I FIRST NOTICED 3/1/2021 THAT MY CAR WAS USING HIGHER RPMS THAN NORMAL. THEN THE FOLLOWING MORNING OF 3/2/2021 WHEN I TURNED THE CAR ON IT IMMEDIATELY STARTED MAKING A TICKING/WINDING SOUND WHEN I PUSHED THE GAS PEDAL. BY THE END OF THE DAY THE NOISE AND ISSUE HAD GOTTEN WORSE WHEN I WAS TRYING TO DRIVE. IT STARTED NOT BEING ABLE TO ACCELERATE AT ALL AND FINALLY IT STARTED SMOKING AND TURNED COMPLETELY OFF AND LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.

Mar 02, 2021

ON SATURDAY MARCH 30, 2019, I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE 110 NORTH HIGHWAY ( CALIFORNIA) WITH MY ONLY SON , MY MOTHER AND MY BOYFRIEND , I WAS GETTING SIGNALED TO PULL OVER BY OTHER DRIVERS AT THAT VERY MOMENT MY CAR STALLED AND HEAVY DARK SMOKE STARTED TO COME OUT OF AIR VENT , MY BOYFRIEND SHOUTED FOR US TO GET OUT OF THE CAR QUICK , MY MOTHER IS DISABLED AND USES A WALKER TO WALK WE HAD TO MAKE SURE SHE GOT OUT FIRST , AS WE STARTED TO RUN FROM THE CAR I TURNED AROUND AND NOTICED A FIRE UNDER MY CAR ( I WAS DRIVING LIKE THAT , UNKNOWINGLY) MY CAR WENT INTO FLAMES WITHIN MINUTES AND IT WAS A TOTAL LOSS. I HAVE PROVIDED PICTURES FOR YOU REVIEW, I WAS VERY AFRAID FOR NOT ONLY MY LIFE BUT MY FAMILIES LIFE, IT CROSSED MY MIND THAT I WAS GOING TO DIE, IF THESE DOORS DON'T OPEN .

Apr 02, 2019

Fire: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

4 complaints

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 64 MPH, the vehicle jerked and vibrated, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle then stalled. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. Multiple warning lights were illuminated. The contact was assisted with jumpstarting the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the battery light illuminated intermittently. The contact was able to pull into a gas station. The contact called his daughter, who went to the gas station and jumpstarted the vehicle. The contact stopped by Auto Zone to have the vehicle diagnosed, where it was diagnosed and DTCs: P2191, P0562, C1101, C1102, C1201, C1204, C1207, C1208, C1210, C1211, C1237, C1260, C1513, C1613, and C1688 were retrieved. In addition, the battery showed codes that fluctuated constantly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer pending an inspection. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The contact stated that recently the low oil warning light was illuminated, and the fuel level was low; however, the oil level and fuel level were not low. The ABS, traction control, steering, and tire pressure warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the brake warning light failed to function as intended. The contact replaced the brake lights however, the failure persisted. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.

Dec 03, 2025

Every few months my car won’t crank. I have to get it towed to the dealership. They normally change the spark plugs and it runs again. Recently, they changed the spark plugs but I was also told that I had an engine oil leak(which is very hazardous), oil is leaking onto my engine which is causing my spark plugs to burn out so quick. They claimed they didn’t know what was causing it and told me I would have to wait until my car breaks down completely before being able to know exactly what’s causing it. Informed me that changing the spark plugs is only a temporary fix and I would go through this process again(my car not cranking and spark plugs needing to be replaced).

Jan 31, 2022

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO O'LATHE KIA (130 N. FIR ST, O'LATHE, KS) WHERE THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND A REPRESENTATIVE WAS SENT TO EXAMINE THE VEHICLE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 44,600.

Jan 06, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE THAT SUDDENLY PROGRESSED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY TO BE PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (WORLD KIA JOLIET, 2525 W JEFFERSON ST, JOLIET, IL 60435, (815) 725-2575). THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THE ENGINE WAS A GDI MODEL. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT DEVELOPED A REPAIR SOLUTION AND THAT THERE WAS A CAMPAIGN TO ADDRESS THE GDS MODEL TYPES. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN AS TO WHY THE DEALER HAD NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE A SOLUTION. THE REPAIR CONCERNS WERE TO BE ESCALATED BUT, WHEN THE CONTACT FOLLOWED UP, THEY HAD NOT BEEN ESCALATED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 39,000. UPDATED 08/03/17*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER CLAIMED THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO POOR MAINTENENCE. THE CONSUMER LOCATED OIL CHANGE RECIEPTS. THE DEALER THE REPLACED THE ENGINE. *JS

Jun 13, 2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

3 complaints

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the rear driver's side brake light failed. No warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that she previously replaced the rear driver’s side brake light three times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear driver’s side taillight brake wiring failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.

Feb 21, 2023

Car has an electrical problem battery keeps draining changed alternator fuel pump starter and battery and still something draining the battery

Oct 23, 2022

AT NIGHT WITH THE LIGHTS ON AND DRIVING OR NOT, WHEN YOU USE THE TURN SIGNAL THE HEAD LIGHTS WILL GO OFF. IF YOU WIGGLE THE BLINKER ARM, THEY WILL COME BACK ON. BUT YOU ARE DRIVING WITHOUT BEING ABLE TO SEE BECAUSE THE LIGHTS GO OFF. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME.

Jan 21, 2021

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 complaints

LOSS OF ACCELERATION WHEN PULLING OUT ON TO STREET AN DRIVING THROUGH A PARKING LOT YOU HAVE TO STEP ON IT FOR IT TO GO. IDLES SLOW LIKE IT GOING TO KNOCK OUT.

Mar 29, 2021

ENGINE LITE KEPT COMING ON MAVIS TOLD US WE NEED FUEL FILLER & HOSE

Jan 17, 2021

ENGINE LIGHT ON WHEN DRIVING - JUST HAD FILLED WITH GAS THAT DAY - CAR HAS 38,000 MILES. I AM ORIGINAL OWNER. I HAD TO HAVE EVAPORATION CONTROL CANISTER REPLACED AS IT HAD A CRACK. I HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED IMMEDIATELY TO GET MY STATE INSPECTION STICKER. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN NO ACCIDENTS. THE TOTAL COST WAS $458.73.

Jul 17, 2018

STEERING

3 complaints

THE CAR STOPS - ANYWHERE - AND WHEN I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT IT RESUMES.

Aug 19, 2020

STEERING HAS PLAY FROM SIDE TO SIDE.

Apr 23, 2019

CAR WILL NOT STEER STRAIGHT,PULLS TO THE LEFT AND WHEN YOU CORRECT IT OVERSTEERS TO THE RIGHT HAVE HAD IT TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TWICE,FIRST TIME THEY MADE A SLIGHT TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT AND SAID EVERYTHING WAS IN SPEC.SECOND TIME,HAD THE SERVICE MANAGER DRIVE THE CAR AND TESTED IT AND TOLD ME EVERYTHING IS IN SPEC.HE SAID IT HAS ELECTRONIC ASSISTED STEERING AND THAT I WOULD HAVE TO GET USED TO IT. WAS AT THE DEALER ON MONDAY AND TOLD THE SALESMAN THAT SOLD ME THE CAR THAT IT HAS NOT GOTTEN ANY BETTER BUT SEEMS TO BE WORSE. HE HAD NO SOLUTION OTHER THAN HAVE ME DRIVE A 2017 FORTE EX AND IF I LIKED IT MAYBE HE COULD MAKE ME A DEAL TO TRADE UP. DROVE THE 2017 FORTE AND IT WAS NOT MUCH BETTER THAN MINE,DRIFTED TO THE LEFT ,SO I REFUSED HIS DEAL I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR 57 YEARS AND OWNED OR LEASED 20 CARS AND DRIVEN THEM OVER 3 MILLION MILES.IN ADDITION I HAVE RENTED CARS 300+ TIMES,THE LAST 4 OF WHICH HAD ELECTRONIC ASSISTED STEERING AND HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED THIS TYPE OF STEERING PROBLEM. THE CAR HAS ONLY 7600 MILES ON IT BUT I CONSIDER IT A HAZARD TO DRIVE. IS THERE AN INDEPENDENT TESTING FACILITY WHICH CHARGES A NOMINAL FEE IN MY AREA (PUTNAM COUNTY NY)THAT I CAN GO TO AND TRY TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM

Apr 12, 2017

SEAT BELTS

3 complaints

MY SEATBELT WOULD STICK, I WOULD HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING IT TO GO IN AND PULL OUT. EVENTUALLY IT JUST STOPPED ALL TOGETHER. SO NOW MY DRIVER SEAT IS UNABLE TO WEAR A SEATBELT BECAUSE IT WILL NOT GO IN AT ALL. IT HAPPENS WHILE BOTH IN MOTION OR WHILE SITTING. IT STARTED MESSING UP ABOUT 70,000 MILES, NOW I'M ON 76,458 AND UNABLE TO USE MY SEATBELTS WHICH IS A HAZARD AND AGAINST THE LAW. *TR

May 28, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LOCKING MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED AND THE LOCK COULD NOT BE IMMEDIATELY UNLOCKED WHEN PRESSING THE BUTTON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RIO KIA (925 BARTOW RD, LAKELAND, FL), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,000.

Nov 15, 2019

I PURCHASED THIS USED VEHICLE TWO WEEKS AGO. I NOTICED THE REAR CENTER SEAT BELT HAS ABOUT A 1-INCH FRAY ON IT. I ASKED MY SALESPERSON TO CHECK IF IT WAS COVERED UNDER KIA'S "BUMPER TO BUMPER" WARRANTY. HE CHECKED WITH HIS MISHAWAKA INDIANA KIA DEALERSHIP'S SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND WAS TOLD IT WAS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE SERVICE MANAGER TOOK A PICTURE AND TOLD ME HE WOULD SUBMIT IT TO HIS BOSS. TWO DAYS LATER, HE LEFT ME A MESSAGE SAYING HIS BOSS WAS "DECLINING" TO REPLACE THE BELT BECAUSE IT WAS FRAYED. THAT IS EXACTLY WHY I WAS ASKING IT BE FIXED. I'VE OWNED HONDAS FOR 25+ YEARS AND NEVER HAD A SEATBELT FRAY. PLUS, IT DISTURBS ME THAT KIA IS IMMEDIATELY DECLINING TO HONOR THEIR "BUMPER TO BUMPER" WARRANTY, ESPECIALLY ON WHAT SHOULD BE A RELATIVELY CHEAP FIX. SHOULDN'T THIS BE A SAFETY ISSUE THAT SHOULD BE FIXED UNDER WARRANTY ON SUCH A NEW VEHICLE?

Mar 28, 2016

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

2 complaints

I own a 2015 Kia Forte (VIN: [XXX] ) that experienced complete engine failure. The vehicle had been running normally until it began stalling and sputtering while driving. Shortly after, the engine would only run for 1–2 seconds before shutting off entirely. This exact issue mirrors those documented in previous recalls and class-action lawsuits involving Kia's 2011–2015 models with 2.0L and 2.4L engines. However, despite having the same failure and engine type, my VIN was excluded from the existing recall/warranty extension campaigns. Kia confirmed this is a known issue, but will not cover repairs. This failure occurred at approx. 180,000 miles. Engine failure without warning is a serious safety risk and financial burden. I am filing this complaint so NHTSA can review this issue and evaluate whether additional VINs — like mine — should be included in a broader investigation or recall. A case has been opened with Kia (Case #XXX), and full diagnostic documentation from a certified mechanic is available. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Nov 07, 2025

THE VEHICLE CUTS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. CAR HAS BEEN CHECKED BY A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS NO OIL PRESSURE GETTING TO THE ENGINE. MECHANIC REPLACED THE OIL PRESSURE VALVE AND IT IS STILL SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN IN LOWER SPEEDS/STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. *TR

Jun 02, 2020

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic and was repaired; however, the failure recurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the certified mechanic, and an unknown repair was completed. The contact was unsure of the repair that was completed. After having the vehicle repaired a second time, while attempting to accelerate, the instrument panel was flashing the check engine and the oil light warning lights. The vehicle decelerated, and there was black smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power shortly afterwards. The failure had occurred three times. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic twice. The mechanic repaired the knock sensor and drained and replaced the engine oil and cleared the codes. The failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was taken to the mechanic, and was then towed to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the knock sensor had failed. The knock sensor was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The engine was not replaced. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was 90,000.

Jul 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the catalytic converter and spark plugs were faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the parts were replaced; however, soon after the repairs, while her husband was driving 40 MPH, the transmission started slipping and failed to shift properly. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact’s husband was able to drive the vehicle to the residence and then the vehicle was towed to the same dealer for a second diagnostic test. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000.

Mar 12, 2025

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 complaints

Over the last 5 years that I have owned the vehicle, the engine will stall when idle or at low speeds. This has happened at stop lights, on hills and while on the highway (which is obviously very dangerous). The engine the vehicle has to be turned off and restarted and usually it will stall again within a few minutes. For the most part, this happens after the vehicle has been driven for at least 15-20 minutes and there are few issues at higher speeds. As such, when taken to the dealer, they have been unable to replicate the issue. The issue is sometimes resolved after an oil change, however it may recur before the next oil change is due (ie within 3 months). The vehicle has otherwise had it's recommended service Many internet searches note many vehicles of my model and many other Kia's with the exact same issue

Apr 08, 2024

WHEN THE CAR ACCELERATES FROM A STOP, THERE IS SEVERE VALVE PINGING SOUND. KIA MOTORS AMERICA IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE, BUT ARE NOT TAKING ANY STEPS TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE "AS IT DOES NOT DO ANYTHING TO THE CAR". THE NOISE IS VERY SEVERE ON THE 2015 FORTE AND IT IS A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN OF THE CAR. THE WIND NOISE AND THE VALVE PING MAKE THE CAR VERY LOUD. THE DEALER SAYS THAT SINCE KIA MOTORS AMERICA IS NOT ADDRESSING THE ISSUE, NOTHING CAN BE DONE. KIA MOTORS AMERICA HAS BEEN AWARE OF THIS ISSUE FOR YEARS BUT HAVE FAILED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT AS THEY ARE DO NOT CARE ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS. RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDE UPGRADING TO BETTER GAS, BUT THE NOISE STILL PERSISTS. KIA RECOMMENDS AND ADVERTISES REGULAR UNLEADED FOR THE FORTE, BUT A MORE EXPENSIVE PLUS OR PREMIUM GRADE IS NEEDED TO DECREASE THE SOUND OF THE PING. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL ADDED EXPENSE TO THE CAR THAT KIA FAILS TO ADDRESS.

Jan 21, 2016

STRUCTURE

2 complaints

I purchased a 2015 Kia Forte5 car (Pearl White) used but I noticed the paint peeling. It seems to be getting worse because the same spot is getting bigger and now a new spot on the top has appeared. I took the car to a body shop and was told it was a factory paint defect. I went online and saw that Kia and Hyundai had a factory issue with the pearl white paint for several years around my car year model. I was wondering if the paint chipping can be fixed or me compensated for the repairs. The damage is on the rear hatch and passenger side top of car next to sunroof. One is about a quarter size and the other a little smaller than a dime. Thanks in advance, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Nov 27, 2023

THIN PAINT OR DEFECTIVE PAINT. PAINT CHIPS EASILY.

Aug 24, 2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaints

My vehicle was broken into and there was an attempt to steal the car. I made a police report and they expressed that the car would have been driven recklessly and potentially crashed if it was stolen. The safety issues with KIA fortes have become a huge issue nation wide and the cars should be recalled to have standard security installed that a majority of other cars already have equipped.

Nov 03, 2023

ENGINE IS BLOWN. HAD NO PRIOR WARNING. IT HAPPENED AT A TRAFFIC LIGH ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY.. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DID NOT COME ON PRIOR TO ENGINE BLOWING. TEMPERATURE GAUGE DID NOT REGISTER HOT PRIOR TO ENGINE BLOWING. CHECK OIL LIGHT DID NOT COME ON AND STAY ON PRIOR TO ENGINE BLOWING.

Aug 06, 2018

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed at night, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated approximately a second before the failure. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to a spun bearing inside the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000. The VIN was not available.

Nov 29, 2022

I recently went to the dealership to get a diagnostic's test on December 22nd, 2021. I bought the car October 14th, 2020. My vehicle had a recall on it that was issued in December 2020 and they claim it was fixed a few years ago despite the car only being 5 years old. I believe they did not fix it and sold the car to me As-Is knowing they installed a faulty aftermarket part. From my understanding, Catalytic Convertors are supposed to last around 10 years but the car was only 5 years old at the time of purchase, meaning they replaced it prior to me buying the car. I went in and they claim my catalytic converter was no good and I would have to spend $1700 to replace it. I feel like it is a money grab where they clear the codes on the vehicle, sell it knowing there are issues with no warranty, and then wait for the customer to return to pay to fix the vehicle. I believe the recall was never repaired despite them saying they did as I am having a lot of the issues customers faced with the recall and I am genuinely concerned for my safety and finances as this car cannot pass an emissions test despite them claiming it passed (again, probably cleared the codes to pass). I feel like the vehicle needs to be relooked at and repaired by them since they sold it with aftermarket parts they installed when a Kia dealership should only be repairing and replacing with genuine parts manufactured by Kia, not a third party. Again, just because they sold it "As is" with issues they potentially created should be illegal and they need to be held accountable. I will report to BBB and an consumer attorney. The engine idles and the vehicle slows down and speeds up while driving. There is a gurgling and knocking sound while the engine idles.

Jan 03, 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS

2 complaints

THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON LIKE IF THE BAGS DEPLOYED BUT THEY HAVE NOT VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN IN ACCIDENT. THEY TELL ME IT'S LOW VOLTAGE IN AIRBAG SENSOR? VEHICLE WAS OFF TURNED ON AND THE LIGHT CAME AIRBAG DEPLOYED LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO TURN OFF.

Dec 09, 2020

SOMETIME DURING THE SUMMER MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND MY CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT SINCE I HAVE BOUGHT IT. I HAVE OWNED IT FOR 2 YEARS. ALSO THERE IS SOME KIND OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE TO WHERE CERTAIN BUTTONS ON MY STEERING WHEEL DONT WORK PROPERLY

Nov 07, 2020

TIRES

2 complaints

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN CP671 TIRES, SIZE: P195/65R15 (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER SIDE AND BEADS SEPARATED FROM THE RIM. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND DOT NUMBER WERE UNKNOWN. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,500.

Nov 10, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN N5000 TIRES, SIZE: 215/45ZR/17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE THEY CONFIRMED THE BLOWOUT AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSORS AND THE TIRE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRES HAD BUBBLES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 100.

Mar 04, 2016

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

1 complaint

The engine in my 2015 Kia Forte (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced failure tied to recall code P1326, which is associated with bearing wear and potential engine seizure. The vehicle entered limp mode around [XXX] at 152,170 miles, despite early signs of failure starting at 131,000 miles. These included loss of power, rough idle, and a check engine light (CEL) which triggered the P1326 code confirmed by both a pre-scan and Kia dealership. System that failed: The engine and powertrain system. Issue stems from rod bearing wear as identified in Kia’s engine class-action settlement. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Safety risk: Limp mode drastically reduced engine power on a main road. I could not safely accelerate, which created a hazard in traffic. Additionally, oil loss was confirmed on multiple occasions, and misfire codes were detected. This could have led to engine stall or seizure if I continued driving. Was issue confirmed by a dealer or service center? Yes. Lupient Kia confirmed P1326 at 133,703 miles. Luther Kia later confirmed limp mode and conducted a diagnostic at 152,170 miles. Was vehicle/component inspected by others? Yes. Jiffy Lube documented "no oil on stick" at 130,367 miles. O’Reilly Auto and Economy Muffler later confirmed related secondary issues. Were there symptoms or warnings prior to failure? Yes. CEL appeared at 131,000 miles. Knock sensor was replaced at 131,165 miles. P1326 and oil loss symptoms were consistently documented between April 2024 and April 2025. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

May 10, 2025

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

My car stopped while I was driving and I had a catastrophic engine failure. I had to use my engine warranty and also out of pocket pay. I want to issue a warning to the dealer who sold me this vehicle. And I want a reimbursement because I recently purchased the vehicle/

Dec 30, 2024

Injuries: 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE

1 complaint

Engine issues constantly

Dec 21, 2024

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at approximately 5 MPH, the brakes failed to respond while the brake pedal was being depressed. The contact was able to come to a stop by engaging the parking brake. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 56,334.

Jun 27, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

1 complaint

On approximately, 04/15/2024, 8:00 am, My 2015 Kia Forte with less 115,000 miles suddenly shut down going 65 MPH! A severe accident was avoided by manhandling the steering wheel to get it to the side of the road. When I called the Kia's Consumer Affair, to report the incident, I was told there was no recall on the motor so they were not labile. I am very frustrated, upset and stressed that Kia's doesn't care about it reputation.

May 28, 2024

AIR BAGS,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

AIRBAG WARNING IS ON, BUTTONS/CONTROL OF THE WHEEL DONT WORK, CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. MOTOR SHAKES A LOT. WE GOT THIS CAR 2-3 WEEKS AGO LIGHT WAS NOT ON WHEN WE GOT IT FROM THE DEALER. IM NOT AN EXPERT BUT I THINK THAT SOMETHING IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY... IM DO APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE

Jun 15, 2023

ENGINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine). The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the spark plugs, coils, and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained at the dealer awaiting the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

Feb 17, 2023

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

1 complaint

I start to notice the lamp as well as a knocking sound in October of 2022 I was concerned so I took it to a local mechanic and was told that this particular model car was on a recall for engine fire hazard. He then advised me to call the dealership I purchased the vehicle from. I then called them to let them know what is going on with the car, the employee tells me they can't do the work and referred me to another dealership that's a larger facility. To my knowledge of doing research, I then found out that the engine can catch fire when shut off or in process of being driven so it's very dangerous regarding me and my family. I then called the dealership and they asked for my VIN number, they then tell me yes, this car has 3 different recalls that are showing, and I made an appointment to have it inspected on Jan 2 of 2023 and I took my car to the dealership, and they confirmed I need a new engine. They then told me they will not repair my vehicle. I've never gotten anything in the mail stating there was a recall on any of the parts for my KIA 2015 until the knocking from the engine and the lamp coming on and was told by a local mechanic that there's a recall on this model.

Jan 04, 2023

WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

I was driving and the rear wheel broke off rendering the vehicle not able to be driven and at the same time If I had been on the highway, I could have been killed. In addition 2 wheel bearings were also been found to be defective. When I called NISSAN, the agents stated that this was not the concern of NISSAN and would not pay for the defective parts.

Apr 21, 2022

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

Water leaks from under the dash covering the floor. And making the brand and acceleration peddles wet and slick. Slowing to stop at my hom and my foot slide from the brake peddle and was unable to safely slow down before impacting my husband’s truck.

Aug 01, 2021

Crash: 1

Injuries: 3

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

The engine has lower engine knocking. It has a rod knocking very loud. It could throw a rod through engine at any time, cause the vehicle to wreck and catch on fire. Yes, it was confirmed that it had a rod knocking in engine. yes, An ASE Certified mechanic. No check engine light came on. It just started knocking real bad and lost power.They appeared as I was driving down the road.

Jul 20, 2021

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

1 complaint

VECHILE STALLS OUT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH OUT WARNING

Feb 24, 2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE

1 complaint

PRIOR TO THE ENGINE INCIDENT I WAS EXPERIENCING THE LIGHTS FLICKERING , POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS. THE INCIDENT OCCURRED ON 6/21/2020(FATHER'S DAY MORNING). I WAS ON MY WAY TO THE STORE WHEN MY CARS ENGINE SEIZED SUDDENLY. I RECENTLY HAD MY OIL CHANGED IN 4/03/2020. NO PROBLEMS REPORTED AT THE OIL CHANGE APPOINTMENT. SO THE MORNING OF 6/21/2020. I STARTED THE CAR AND PROCEEDED TO LEAVE MY BOYFRIENDS HOUSE. AS SOON AS I MADE THE LEFT TURN OUT INTO THE STREET I HEARD THIS KNOCKING IN THE FRONT OF THE CAR I'M ASSUMING THAT WAS THE ENGINE THEN SUDDENLY ! THE CAR MADE THIS LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND I IMMEDIATELY EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND THE CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AS SOON AS I MADE THE LEFT HAND TURN INTO THE STREET THEN THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AS IF THE CAR WAS ABOUT TO CATCH FIRE ! THANK GOD ME AND MY BOYFRIEND WERE ABLE TO PUSH THE CAR OUT OF THE STREET INTO A PARKING LOT IN NUETRAL. I WAS ABLE TO GET IT TOWED TO A SHOP USING MY INSURANCE AND I HAD TO LEAVE IT AT THE SHOP OVERNIGHT IN THEIR PARKING LOT BECAUSE THEY WERE CLOSED FOR FATHER'S DAY. THE NEXT DAY I GET A CALL FROM THE SHOP AND THEY SAID THEY TRIED TO JUMPSTART IT, THE CHECKED THE BATTERY, OIL LEVEL, AND THEY SAID THE REASON FOR THE ENGINE FAILURE WAS NOT OIL RELATED THEY SAID IT WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. I HAD TO GO AND AND LOOK FOR AN ENGINE TO REPLACE THE FAILED ENGINE. IT COSTS ME ALOOOOOOT OF MONEY ! I ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 2 YEARS. I GOT IT AT A DEALERSHIP BUT MY WARRANTY EXPIRED SO I WAS UNABLE TO REPAIR IT THROUGH THE WARRANTY. THE CAR JUST HIT 87,000 MILES ! I GOT THE CAR AT THE DEALERSHIP AT 54,000 MILES. I DO NOT DRIVE LONG DISTANCES, I KEEP UP WITH ALL THE MAINTENANCE ON MY CAR AND MY ENGINE SUDDENLY FAILED ! HELP !! THIS PROBLEM IS TOO COMMON AMONGST THE KIA FORTES. I HAVE A 2015 KIA FORTE5.

Aug 18, 2020

AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE

1 complaint

I WAS DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD A LITTLE TO FAST AND MY CAR STARTED TO SLIDE FROM SIDE TO SIDE I TRIED TO GAIN CONTROL BUT COULDN'T AND ENDED UP HITTING A METAL BRIDGE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS THEY SHOULD HAVE. MY WHOLE FRONT RIGHT IN IS DAMAGED AND THE SPEED I WAS GOING THE AIR BAGS SHOULD HAVE WENT OFF!.

Jul 26, 2020

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

A FEW DAYS AGO MY AIRBAG LIGHTS ON MY DASHBOARD TURNED ON. WHEN I USED MY OBD TO CHECK FOR THE PROBLEM, IT SAID THE DRIVER SIDE RESISTANT WAS TOO HIGH. I WENT IN TO GET THE CAR CHECKED AT A KIA DEALERSHIP, BUT WAS TOLD THAT THEY WOULD NEED TO CALL AND SEE IF WARRANTY WOULD COVER THE PARTS, IF NOT IT'LL BE OVER $600 PLUS $165 FOR THE DIAGNOSIS. THIS IS TOO MUCH FOR A PART OF A CAR I HAVE NO CONTROL OVER, AND ESPECIALLY TOO EARLY FOR A CAR THAT IS SAID TO BE A NEW MODEL. OUR OTHER CARS FROM OTHER MAKES THAT WERE PURCHASED IN 2010 AND 2012 DOESN'T EVEN HAVE AS MUCH PROBLEMS AS I DID WITH MY 2015 KIA FORTE IN THE 3 YEARS I'VE HAD IT. ANOTHER PROBLEM I HAVE IS THAT THE CAR WOULD OCCASIONALLY JERK WHETHER ON A HIGHWAY OR STREETS, IT DOESN'T HAPPEN OFTEN BUT IT HAS BECOME AN EVERYDAY THING, WHERE IT WOULD LAG/HESITATE WHEN ACCELERATING. SPEED DOES NOT MATTER. WHEN DRIVING OVER TO THE DEALERSHIP THE CAR WOULD JERK, BUT ONCE THE DEALERSHIP DROVE THE CAR THEY SAID NOTHING HAPPENED AND DIDN'T TRY TO CHECK FOR THE PROBLEM. I INSTEAD WAS TOLD THAT THEY WOULD CHECK IF I INFORMED THEM OF THIS PROBLEM AFTER THE THIRD VISIT. OVER THE YEARS I HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET TO GET A LEAK FIXED MONTHS AFTER MY PURCHASE, MY PAINT WAS COMING OFF AND WARRANTY DIDN'T COVER IT BECAUSE IT WAS USED( STILL WITHIN 6 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE) HAD TO CHANGED THE BREAKS, CHANGE THE TIRES, CHANGE THE HEADLIGHT AND BACKLIGHTS, CHANGE THE BATTERY, AND HAVE NOTICED THE LACK OF ACCELERATION MY CAR HAS COMPARED TO OTHER CARS. I'M TO RETURN MONDAY TO THE DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF WARRANTY COVERS THE AIRBAG LIGHTS, BUT NOT FEELING THAT IT WILL.

Sep 16, 2019

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

1 complaint

I WAS SENT INFORMATION ON AN EMISSIONS RECALL ON MY CAR BUT DIDN'T TAKE MY CAR IN UNTIL I SAW THAT THE EMISSIONS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON MY DASHBOARD AROUND 07/01/19. I CALLED KIA MANUFACTURER, I BELIEVE ON 07/05/19, CASE # 13251901 AND INFORMED THAT REPRESENTATIVE THAT THE EMISSIONS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THAT THERE WAS RECALL ON MY CAR AND ASKED HOW TO GET CAR REPAIRED. THE REPRESENTATIVE STATED TO TAKE IT TO A KIA DEALER AND THEY WOULD BE ABLE TO SEE RECALL AND REPAIR. I CALLED KIA AND MADE AN APPT. FOR 07/18/19 SPOKE WITH DJ. KIA STATED THAT AN EMISSIONS UPDATE IN THE CAR COMPUTER WAS DONE, NO PAPERWORK WAS GIVEN TO ME. THE NEXT MORNING, WHILE GOING TO WORK, I NOTICED THAT MY CAR WAS SMOKING- A BIG CLOUD OF SMOKE AND THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL SO I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE CAR BACK TO KIA AND 1ST SPOKE WITH DJ. THE SMOKE WAS LIGHTER BY THIS TIME BUT COULD BE SEEN. THEN, I SPOKE WITH KEVIN WHO STATED THAT THEY DID A DIAGNOSTIC AND COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING AND THAT THE CAR WAS NOT SMOKING ANY LONGER. HE GOT ONE OF THE CAR TECHNICIANS TO DRIVE THE CAR WITH ME TO SEE IF IT WILL START BACK SMOKING, IT DID NOT, THE EMISSIONS IGHT WAS NOT SHOWING SO KEVIN STATED TO BRING IT BACK IF THE EMISSIONS LIGHT COMES BACK ON. ON 07/27/19, A STRONG SMELL OF ENGINE FUMES CAME THROUGH THE VENTS INSIDE THE CAR AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. I BROUGHT MY CAR BACK TO KIA AND SPOKE WITH ROB AND LEFT MY CAR THERE, HE STATED THAT IT WAS A SMALL LEAK AND HE BELIEVED IT WAS THE GAS CAP SEAL AND HE RAN DIAGNOSTIC 3 TIMES BUT DID NOT HAVE CAP BUT WILL ORDER IT. TWO WEEKS LATER, I CALLED ABOUT CAP, IT WAS NEVER ORDERED AND SPOKE WITH KEVIN AGAIN AND MADE ANOTHER APPT. TO BRING CAR IN AND GAS CAP WAS REPLACED BUT LIGHT WAS STILL ON. THEY STATED THAT THEY NEEDED TO ORDER A PART TO DO ANOTHER DIAGNOSTICS AND PART IS NOT IN 2 WEEKS LATER. MY CAR IS STILL NOT FIXED WITH NO RESOLUTION IN SIGHT.

Sep 16, 2019

AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

TAKATA INFLATORS? RECEIVE VOLUNTARY EMISSION RECALL NOTICE FROM KIA 1/16/18 TOOK CAR IN TO BE SERVICE FOR THE RECALL 2/3/18 TO KIA OF EAST HARTFORD, CT- DROVE CAR OFF THE LOT ONTO THE HIGHWAY. LOUD SOUND AND BLACK SMOKE FROM REAR END OF THE CAR, ALL LIGHTS CAME ON AND CAR STALLED. CALL SERVICE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY AND WAS TOLD TO TURN CAR ON AND OFF, THAT THE COMPUTER HAD TO RESET. CAR CAME BACK ON BUT THE AIRBAG, LOW TIRE PRESSURE AND ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON. BROUGHT CAR BACK TO KIA OF EAST HARTFORD SEVERAL TIMES WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG, INSTEAD THAT THE SENSOR WERE OFF. THEN EVENTUALLY TOOK THE CAR TO COLUMBIA KIA AND WAS TOLD THE AIR BAG CLOCK SPRING WAS DEFECTIVE BUT NOT COVER UNDER WARRANTY, THE FUEL CANISTER WAS ALSO CRACKED BUT NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND THE TPS MODULE WAS ALSO DAMAGE (WHICH WAS REPAIRED BY COLUMBIA KIA THAT ACTUALLY TOOK MY CLAIM SERIOUS). MADE A COMPLAINT TICKET WITH KIA MANUFACTURER REF#12976894 BUT HAS GOTTEN NO WHERE. IN ADDITION COMPLAINT WAS MADE 07/07/18 THAT WHEN TRYING TO MAKE A STOP AND THE GROUND SURFACE IS UNEVEN THE CAR WOULD JERK AND PROPEL FORWARD. WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THAT IS HOW THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WORK. COMPLAINED TO KIA REGARDING THE MULTIPLE TIMES OF NEAR MISSED ACCIDENTS DUE TO MECHANICAL BRAKING SYSTEM AND CAR STALLS. AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR WITH ALL OF THE WARRANTY OFFERED, WAS ONLY ABLE TO GET KIA TO AGREE TO FIX THE TPS MODULE. ALL OF THE OTHER ISSUES WITH THE CAR WAS NOTED BY KIA SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THEY WERE DEFECTIVE, NOT WEAR AND TEAR, BUT ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. HAVING PROBLEM WITH FINDING ANYONE THAT WOULD EVEN ATTEMPT TO FIX THE AIRBAG ISSUE DUE TO POSSIBLE LIABILITY CONCERNS AND ONGOING RECALL.

May 19, 2019

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint

GOT IN CAR SHUT DOOR AND REAR WINDOW EXPLODED OUTWARD, NOT HOT OR VERY COLD THIS DAY WAS NEAR 50 DEG. THIS WINDOW GLASS LOOKS TO BE VERY THIN IMO. IN MY 50 YRS. OF MANY CARS THIS IS THE FIRST TIME SUCH A THING HAS HAPPENED.

Apr 09, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

TAKATA RECALL: MY BRAKE LIGHTS FROM BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES ARE ALWAYS GONG OUT. I CONSTANTLY HAVE TO REPLACE BULBS. I'VE EVEN TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND HAD THE ENTIRE LIGHTING WIRES BRAND NEW AND STILL HAVE THIS ISSUE.

Feb 19, 2019

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WEATHER CONDITIONS ALSO CONTRIBUTED TO HER BEING UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED BEFORE OR AFTER THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO STEVE LANDERS CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (401 COLONEL GLENN PLAZA LOOP, LITTLE ROCK, AR), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Jan 24, 2018

WHEELS

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A POTHOLE AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FAILED AND EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A TIRE SHOP AND REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED A SECOND TIME, AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE SUFFERED ANOTHER BLOWOUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AGAIN, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED A THIRD TIME AND THE CONTACT NOTED BLISTERING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER AND REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRES. THE TIRES EXPERIENCED ANOTHER BLOWOUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AGAIN. THE FAILURE RECURRED A FOURTH TIME, AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE ALSO HAD A BLOWOUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE BRAND OF THE TIRES VARIED, INCLUDING FIRESTONE, UHP, AND HANKOOK. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO A TIRE SHOP WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE'S RIMS WERE TOO LARGE AND THERE WAS NOT ENOUGH DISTANCE BETWEEN THE RIM AND THE ROAD, WHICH CAUSED THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES AND SOLD THE CONTACT THE FIRST NEW TIRE. A DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO ISSUE. FIRESTONE WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REPLACED THE TIRES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 250.

May 10, 2017

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

THE INCIDENT HAPPENED AS I BACKED OUT OF MY GARAGE IN MARCH OF 2016. I PUT THE CAR INTO REVERSE AND BEGAN TO PUSH THE GAS TO BACK OUT. THE CAR ENGINE REVVED LOUDLY AND THE CAR SHOT OUT OF THE GARAGE. I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THINKING I POSSIBLY HAD MY FOOT ON THE WRONG PEDAL (EVEN THOUGH I HAVE NEVER DONE THAT BEFORE), I LOOKED DOWN AT MY FEET AND VERIFIED THAT MY FOOT WAS INDEED ON THE BRAKE AND NOT THE GAS PEDAL. I THEN PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR STILL DID NOT SLOW DOWN; IT CONTINUED TO PICK UP SPEED. AT THIS POINT, I HAD GONE DOWN MY DRIVEWAY ACROSS THE STREET AND WAS IN MY NEIGHBORS' DRIVEWAY HEADED TOWARD THEIR HOUSE. THEN, I TRIED PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK AND THAT STILL DID NOT STOP OR EVEN SLOW DOWN THE CAR. IT JUST MADE A TERRIBLE NOISE. MY NEXT STEP WOULD HAVE BEEN TO PULL THE EMERGENCY BRAKE, BUT I HAD ALREADY HIT THE OUTSIDE WALL OF MY NEIGHBORS' GARAGE AND THAT IS WHEN THE CAR FINALLY STOPPED AND BEGAN IDLING NORMALLY. I TOWED IT TO THE KIA DEALERSHIP, AND THEY SAID THEY RAN TESTS ON THE BRAKES, THROTTLE, ETC. AND FOUND NO ABNORMALITIES. WHEN I ASKED WHAT INFORMATION WAS GATHERED FROM THE CONTROL MODULE, I WAS TOLD THAT NO HISTORY CODES WERE SHOWN. SO, ACCORDING TO THEM THERE WAS NO RECORD OF ME BRAKING OR THE CAR ACCELERATING. I DO NOT UNDERSTAND HOW THAT IS POSSIBLE. I ASKED TWICE FOR COPIES OF THE ACTUAL TESTS AND DATA THAT WAS DOWNLOADED FROM THE CONTROL MODULE, BUT DID NOT RECEIVE THEM. I WAS TOLD THE INFORMATION WAS TYPED WORD FOR WORD IN THE SUMMARY SECTION OF THE RECEIPT. I AM NOW LOOKING FOR A NEW CAR, SINCE I NO LONGER FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS ONE AND EXPRESSED THIS TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEIR CORPORATE OFFICE. HOW CAN THEY ALLOW A CAR BACK ON THE ROAD WHEN THEY DON'T HAVE AN ANSWER FOR WHY IT ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY? I'M BAFFLED BY THIS. UNFORTUNATELY, MY STORY IS NOT UNIQUE.

Apr 01, 2016

Crash: 1

VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE

1 complaint

REAR WINDOW SHATTERED OVERNIGHT FOR NO REASON. *TR

Jan 29, 2015

STEERING,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

DRIVER WAS IN MIDDLE LANE DRIVING AROUND 55 MPH. FOR SOME UNKNOWN REASON, DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. CAR BEGAN FLIPPING WHILE STILL IN THE ROADWAY, EVENTUALLY HIT A GUARD RAIL AND CONTINUED FLIPPING. DRIVER WAS EJECTED AND KILLED. AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED...UPDATED 11/13/15 *BF .....UPDATED 12/23/15 *BF UPDATED 1/11/2015*JS UPDATED 9/17/2017*CN

Jan 27, 2015

Crash: 1

VISIBILITY

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA FORTE. IMMEDIATELY AFTER CLOSING THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR, A LOUD ABNORMAL EXPLOSION NOISE EMITTED FROM THE BACK SEAT. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED AND GLASS SHATTERED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 108.

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