2019 Kia Forte Recall List
2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Kia Forte, affecting transmission & powertrain and electrical system. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Aug 5, 2020
- Owner complaints
- 147
All 2019 Kia Forte recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 20V459000Aug 5, 2020Transmission & Powertrain834 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
Risk: A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 18V771000Oct 31, 2018Electrical System1,754 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2019 Kia Forte have?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2019 Kia Forte, covering transmission & powertrain and electrical system.
- Are 2019 Kia Forte recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2019 Kia Forte?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 20V459000, reported Aug 5, 2020, concerning the transmission & powertrain.