How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Kia Forte?

NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte, which is 15% of the 195 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Kia Forte electrical system?

This data does not list any related recalls for the 2013 Kia Forte Electrical System complaints, though some owners in the complaints mention recalls that Kia told them did not apply to their vehicle.

Did the 2013 Kia Forte electrical issues cause fires?

Yes, 7 of the 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte involved fires, and 1 injury was reported.

At what mileage do 2013 Kia Forte electrical problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure among reported Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte is 74,000 miles.

How does the 2013 Forte compare to other years for electrical complaints?

The 2013 Forte's 30 electrical complaints (15% share) are lower than the 2014 model's 72 complaints (16% share) and the 2017 model's 76 complaints (25% share), among the years listed in this data.

2013 Kia Forte Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte, 15% of its 195 total complaints for the year. Seven of these involved fires and one injury was reported, with a median failure mileage of 74,000. No related recalls are listed in this data.

Electrical System complaints: 30; 15% of 195
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 7
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 74,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden engine fires while the vehicle was parked and off, with no prior warning.
Some describe the check engine light coming on along with sputtering, shaking, or misfiring tied to a wiring short.
Several owners report brake light bulbs and sockets burning out repeatedly, in one case with a melted socket found at a repair shop.
Owners describe the shifter locking so the car cannot be put into gear, sometimes paired with dash gauges failing to work at startup.
Some report windows rolling up slowly and interior lights dimming shortly before the key would not turn or the gear would not move.
One owner reported the vehicle would randomly fail to turn on despite the issue recurring five to seven times over two months.

When 2013 Kia Forte electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 12, 2012, latest Mar 14, 2026.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2012 to Mar 2026; peak Jul 2024 (4).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Kia Forte

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Forte model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201031 (14%)
201121 (14%)
201247 (16%)
201330 (15%)
201472 (16%)
201537 (14%)
201628 (21%)
201776 (25%)
201822 (16%)
201931 (21%)
202012 (16%)
20219 (13%)
20224 (15%)
202312 (19%)
20246 (24%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Kia Forte?: NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte, which is 15% of the 195 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Kia Forte electrical system?: This data does not list any related recalls for the 2013 Kia Forte Electrical System complaints, though some owners in the complaints mention recalls that Kia told them did not apply to their vehicle.
Did the 2013 Kia Forte electrical issues cause fires?: Yes, 7 of the 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte involved fires, and 1 injury was reported.
At what mileage do 2013 Kia Forte electrical problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure among reported Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Kia Forte is 74,000 miles.
How does the 2013 Forte compare to other years for electrical complaints?: The 2013 Forte's 30 electrical complaints (15% share) are lower than the 2014 model's 72 complaints (16% share) and the 2017 model's 76 complaints (25% share), among the years listed in this data.