2023 Kia FORTE Recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

3 Recalls
2023 Model Year
Affected: STEERING, SUSPENSION

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3 Recall Campaigns — 2023 Kia FORTE

STEERING
Campaign #22V906000 · 08/12/2022
Issue

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.

Risk

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.

SUSPENSION
Campaign #23V649000 · 22/09/2023
Issue

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.

Risk

Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.

SUSPENSION
Campaign #24V244000 · 01/04/2024
Issue

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.

Risk

Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2023 Kia FORTE Recalls

The 2023 Kia FORTE has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include STEERING, SUSPENSION. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.

If you own a 2023 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 2023 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 →

2023 Kia FORTE Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2023 Kia FORTE have?

The 2023 Kia FORTE has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2023 Kia FORTE recalls?

The 2023 Kia FORTE recalls affect the following components: STEERING, SUSPENSION.

Are 2023 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 2023 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.