TSB - COMBINATION TSB/SERVICE ACTION: ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE (SA312) - REVISED - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the alternator pulley on some 2014-2016MY Forte (YD) vehicles with 1.8L and 2.0L Nu engines, produced from February 18, 2013 through July 18, 2016, which may experience an unusual engine vibration at idle that is sometimes more prevalent under certain electrical loads.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Kia Forte suspension problems
moderate Owners of the 2014 Kia Forte have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the suspension at roughly $900 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See suspension across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
| Model year | suspension complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 Forte | 3 |
| 2014 Forte (this page) | 3 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
PITSTOP: CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION - SOME 2014-2016MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING TYPE NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN CARRYING A FULL LOAD OF PASSENGERS AND TURNING THE WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION AT LOW SPEEDS; SUCH AS IN A PARKING LOT SITUATION OR WHEN PULLING INTO STEEPLY INCLINED DRIVEWAY. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, PLACE THE VEHICLE ON THE LIFT, RAISE THE DUST COVER AND APPLY A GENEROUS AMOUNT OF SILICONE BASED LUBRICANT ONTO THE LEFT AND RIGHT STRUT CAPS, AS SHOWN BELOW.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗PITSTOP: CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION - Some 2014MY Forte vehicles, manufactured prior to September 2013, may exhibit a clicking type noise from the front suspension when carrying a full load of passengers and turning the wheel in either direction at low speeds; such as in a parking lot situation or when pulling into steeply inclined driveway.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2014 Kia Forte?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 86,342 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Kia/Forte.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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