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3KPFK4A72JE••••••2018 Kia FORTE
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2018 Kia FORTE build (10 vs 5).
10on this build
132on the model
26builds in total
Most reportedEngine 5Power Train 3Vehicle Speed Control 2Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineSep 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the engine was running unusually rough. The oil warning light was illuminated. In addition, the engine seized. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer…
Engine And Engine CoolingJan 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, an unknown strong fume odor would emit from the vehicle without warning. The contact took the vehicle to Kia at Huffines McKinney (1201 N Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75069) where she was…
Power TrainNov 2019
Ive had my car since 38 miles. This is my second year owning it. It has been well kept and it started having problems about a month ago that has gotten worse. It shakes really bad at 30mph and stays in 6th gear. It also has major problems picking up speed and shifting in…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2018
Hi, I am reaching out due to the recall notice ever since my wife and I have owned our vehicle the trunk has always randomly opened or refused to open with or without the key or vehicle latch being engaged
Vehicle Speed ControlApr 2018
I picked up this 2018 kia forte vehicle on 4/4/2018 which had approximately 18 miles on the odometer so I'm not sure if this issue is because the vehicle is still new or because I just traded in a 2016 ford fiesta & just not used to this vehicle.. What I've noticed is that the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3KPFK4A72JE242871 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.