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2019 KIA Forte

2 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #20V459000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
Your 2019 Kia Forte may have a left front axle driveshaft that wasn't heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft breaks, you could lose power steering and speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Kia will inspect and replace your left front axle driveshaft for free, if necessary, and you'll be notified when it's time to bring your vehicle in.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Moderate #18V771000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
Your vehicle's LED headlights may not be aiming correctly, which is a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the headlights aren't aiming right, it can reduce your visibility while driving, making a crash more likely.
Free Fix
Kia will inspect and adjust or replace your headlights for free, at no cost to you. They'll contact you to schedule the repair once the recall begins.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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POWER TRAIN
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other KIA Forte Years

2023
3 recalls
2022
1 recall
2021
2 recalls
2018
3 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
1 recall
2015
1 recall
2014
3 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
4 recalls
2011
3 recalls
2010
3 recalls

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