NHTSA vehicle safety data

2015 Kia Forte Koup

The 2015 Kia Forte Koup has 1 NHTSA recall and 0 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kia dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2015 Kia Forte Koup, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

ENGINE

NHTSA #20V750000

Reported December 2, 2020 · Kia Motors America

Defect description

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

Free manufacturer remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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