NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Kia Forte
The 2019 Kia Forte has 2 NHTSA recalls and 143 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kia dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2019 Kia Forte, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA #20V459000Reported August 5, 2020 · Kia Motors America
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer 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.
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA #18V771000Reported October 31, 2018 · Kia Motors America
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer 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.
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.