2010 Kia Forte Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 8%of 221 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 61,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the wheels of the 2010 Kia Forte, 8% of the 221 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 61,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I went to the dealership for a recall on 03/01/2019, they changed tire valve stems and acu extension. When they finally finished working on my car. I left and was driving home so I took the 60 freeway and while I was on the freeway my car started shaking and I almost lost control and a car almost hit me because of that. I complained to the service manager about what had just happened to my car. …”
NHTSA complaint #11184491, filed 2019-03, 218,393 miles“I have had 3 tire pressure monitor stems crack and disappear into the tire causing a flat at 3 separate occasions. The first time was at 38,000 miles, the last 2 were at 76,000 and within a week of each other. I called Kia but they stated I have to have Kia examine them. The first time Kia told me that this just happens and charged me $200. I went to mavis tire the 2nd time and they replaced it for $83. I called Kia today after the 3rd time and they told me to go to the dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #10694968, filed 2015-03, 76,000 miles“I was driving home, the low air pressure indicator turned on, and I stopped at a gas station to put air in the tires. I noticed that one of the tps on the rear wheel was cracked. Once I tried to remove the plastic valve stem cover, the valve stem broke releasing all air in the tire. I put the spare on, then contacted dealer. Dealer states that I need to purchase new tps, as the sensor will not break on its own. Car has 35k on it, still has factory warranty, however, this item is not covered.”
NHTSA complaint #10550159, filed 2013-10, 35,000 miles“On july 31, 2014 I was driving 65mph when rear passenger TPMS sensor gave way causing tire to lose pressure quickly. The back end of the vehicle kicked sideways and then became hard to steer. Rear tire was shredded and tire sensor in pieces. Replaced all four tires twice since buying the vehicle in 2011 due to TPMS indicator light on. First time, on nov. 7, 2011 replaced all four tires. Tpms light continually came on and had to be reset by tire shop. Tires cupped so bad we had to replace all four again. Second time, on oct. …”
NHTSA complaint #10618494, filed 2014-08, 92,930 miles“For the second time on this vehicle the metal stem for the tpsm has broken off, deflating the tire. This time while inflating the tire, the first while parked,. Had this occurred at highway speeds an accident may have occurred Kia dealer advises they are not covered under warranty even though they are safety equipment.”
NHTSA complaint #10694230, filed 2015-03, 32,000 milesWheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 6 | 2% |
| 2016 | 6 | 4% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 | 11 | 2% |
| 2013 | 5 | 3% |
| 2012 | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 17 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2010 Kia Forte
74 complaintsAir bags
41 complaintsTires
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
23 complaintsBrakes
19 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsExterior lighting
15 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Kia Forte
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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