2019 Kia Forte Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2019 Kia Forte. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 20V459000Aug 5, 2020834 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft
  Covers: Kia Forte 2019

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  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.

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• 18V771000Oct 31, 20181,754 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Headlights
  Covers: Kia Forte 2019

  Reported issue: 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."

  Possible consequence: If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  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.

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