2019 kia Forte recalls

Every active NHTSA recall campaign for this vehicle, ranked by severity. Each entry shows the consequence if left unfixed and the manufacturer's prescribed remedy.

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severe NHTSA 18V771000 31/10/2018

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights

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

Fix: 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.

severe NHTSA 20V459000 05/08/2020

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles

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

Fix: 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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Recall data sourced from the NHTSA recallsByVehicle public API. Campaign numbers, consequences, and remedies are reproduced from the official record. Manufacturers are required to provide the remedy free of charge for safety recalls — contact your nearest dealer with the campaign number to schedule the repair.