2021 Kia FORTE Recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.
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Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
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.
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database
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About 2021 Kia FORTE Recalls
The 2021 Kia FORTE has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include AIR BAGS, STEERING. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.
If you own a 2021 Kia FORTE, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Kia. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.
To get your 2021 Kia FORTE recall repaired, contact your nearest Kia dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.
The Kia FORTE has a total of 31 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Kia FORTE recalls →
2021 Kia FORTE Recall FAQs
How many recalls does the 2021 Kia FORTE have?
The 2021 Kia FORTE has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.
What parts are affected by the 2021 Kia FORTE recalls?
The 2021 Kia FORTE recalls affect the following components: AIR BAGS, STEERING.
Are 2021 Kia FORTE recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Kia dealership with your recall campaign number.
How do I check if my 2021 Kia FORTE has an open recall?
Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.