Is the 2015 Kia Forte Koup reliable?

NHTSA lists 0 complaints and a complaint index of 0 for the 2015 Forte Koup, the lowest of the 8 model years with data, ranking it 8th (best) in this comparison.

Does the 2015 Kia Forte Koup have any recalls?

Yes, one recall (campaign 20V750000) covers a possible engine compartment fire while driving. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.

How does the 2015 Forte Koup compare to the 2012 and 2013 models?

The 2012 and 2013 Forte Koup years carry complaint indexes of 86 and 100 and are rated Avoid, while the 2015 model's index of 0 makes it the best-performing year in this data set.

What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Kia Forte Koup?

EPA rates it at 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500.

2015 Kia Forte Koup Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2015 Kia Forte Koup shows 0 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 0, ranking 8th (best) among 8 model years. It has 1 recall, covering an engine compartment fire risk, but no do-not-drive recalls.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #8 of 8 Forte Koup years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 0; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: —
Best nearby year: 2012; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 26; 23 city / 31 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2015 Kia Forte Koup recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

NHTSA 20V750000Dec 2, 2020Engine294,756 vehicles
Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.

2015 Kia Forte Koup fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 23 MPG
Highway: 31 MPG
Combined: 26 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,500; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2015 compared with other Forte Koup years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2013	Avoid	100	16	4	26.5
2014	No verdict	29	1	2	26
2015	No verdict	0	0	1	26
2016	No verdict	43	2	0	26
2017	No verdict	14	0	1	27

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Kia Forte Koup reliable?: NHTSA lists 0 complaints and a complaint index of 0 for the 2015 Forte Koup, the lowest of the 8 model years with data, ranking it 8th (best) in this comparison.
Does the 2015 Kia Forte Koup have any recalls?: Yes, one recall (campaign 20V750000) covers a possible engine compartment fire while driving. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
How does the 2015 Forte Koup compare to the 2012 and 2013 models?: The 2012 and 2013 Forte Koup years carry complaint indexes of 86 and 100 and are rated Avoid, while the 2015 model's index of 0 makes it the best-performing year in this data set.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Kia Forte Koup?: EPA rates it at 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500.