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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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KNAFX4A87E5••••••2014 Kia FORTE
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2014 Kia FORTE build (14 vs 6).
14on this build
420on the model
75builds in total
2involved a fire
Most reportedEngine 7Service Brakes 4Steering 2Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
EnginefireDec 2020
The contact owns a 2014 kia forte. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, he heard a knocking noise coming from the engine and a burning fuel odor was detected. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was first taken to an independent mechanic where it was…
SteeringDec 2023
Clunking sound in steering column. Steering Coupler in Steering motor defect Has failed in my steering column. Dealer refuses to repair under other agreements
Service BrakesMar 2023
The vehicle lost braking ability while being operated on the roadway. The brake pedal went to the floor, and the brake warning light came on. The operator was able to push hard on the brake pedal enough to eventually bring the vehicle to a safe stop. Upon inspection it was…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2020
Good day, I own a 2014 kia forte ex . This vehicle was purchased from galeana chrysler jeep kia dealership located at (180 greystone blvd. Columbia, sc 29210). The reason for this letter is to receive assistance regarding the kia fire recall article that did not include the…
Air BagsMar 2020
Seat air bag detection is on, went off then came back on
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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 KNAFX4A87E5234726 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.