NHTSA vehicle safety data
2022 Kia Forte
The 2022 Kia Forte has 1 NHTSA recall and 22 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kia dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2022 Kia Forte. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
STEERING:COLUMN
NHTSA #22V304000Reported May 5, 2022 · Kia Motors America
Defect description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Safety consequence
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
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.nhtsa.gov.