How common are fuel system complaints on the 2014 Kia Forte?

NHTSA lists 25 fuel system complaints for the 2014 Forte, which is 6% of the 442 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 Kia Forte?

This data lists no related recalls for the 2014 Kia Forte fuel system.

At what mileage do fuel system problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints for the 2014 Forte is 86,000 miles.

Are the fuel system complaints serious?

Among the 25 fuel system complaints, NHTSA records 3 fires, 3 injuries, and 1 crash.

How does 2014 compare to other Forte model years for fuel system complaints?

The 2014 Forte's 6% share of complaints tied to the fuel system is higher than most other years shown, though the 2017 Forte had a higher share at 10%.

2014 Kia Forte Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 25 fuel system complaints for the 2014 Kia Forte, 6% of its 442 total complaints that year, with 3 fires and 3 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 86,000 miles, and no related recall is listed in this data.

Fuel System complaints: 25; 6% of 442
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 86,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report the engine stalling suddenly while driving, sometimes in the middle of an intersection or highway lane.
Some describe a smell of gasoline when starting the vehicle, particularly after the car sat parked for several days.
Multiple owners report white smoke and stalling after a dealer-performed ECU upgrade or fuel injection repair.
Several reports describe engine fires occurring after fuel pump or fuel line issues, in some cases shortly after engine replacement or repair work.
One owner reports the fuel pump being replaced after the car would not start, followed by a second unresolved incident.

When 2014 Kia Forte fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 12, 2014, latest Feb 27, 2026.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2014 to Feb 2026; peak Jan 2021 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2014 Kia Forte

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Forte model year

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

20090 (0%)
20109 (4%)
20114 (3%)
201211 (4%)
20136 (3%)
201425 (6%)
201510 (4%)
20167 (5%)
201730 (10%)
20188 (6%)
20194 (3%)
20203 (4%)
20213 (4%)
20222 (7%)
20232 (3%)
20241 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2014 Kia Forte?: NHTSA lists 25 fuel system complaints for the 2014 Forte, which is 6% of the 442 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 Kia Forte?: This data lists no related recalls for the 2014 Kia Forte fuel system.
At what mileage do fuel system problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints for the 2014 Forte is 86,000 miles.
Are the fuel system complaints serious?: Among the 25 fuel system complaints, NHTSA records 3 fires, 3 injuries, and 1 crash.
How does 2014 compare to other Forte model years for fuel system complaints?: The 2014 Forte's 6% share of complaints tied to the fuel system is higher than most other years shown, though the 2017 Forte had a higher share at 10%.