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.
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