2023 KIA Forte Recalls

Recalls Found

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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.

NHTSA 22V906000

Report Date

08/12/2022

Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

Consequence: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

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.

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.

NHTSA 23V649000

Report Date

22/09/2023

Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

Consequence: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

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 recall is SC283.

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.

NHTSA 24V244000

Report Date

01/04/2024

Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

Consequence: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

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 recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2023 KIA Forte have?

The 2023 KIA Forte currently has 3 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2023 KIA Forte recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2023 KIA Forte vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2023 KIA Forte has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.