2023 Kia Forte Recall List
3 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia Forte, affecting suspension, wheels & tires and steering. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Do Not Drive
- 2
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Apr 1, 2024
- Owner complaints
- 62
All 2023 Kia Forte recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 24V244000Apr 1, 2024Suspension, Wheels & Tires215 vehiclesDo Not Drive
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Risk: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.
- NHTSA 23V649000Sep 22, 2023Suspension, Wheels & Tires3,866 vehiclesDo Not Drive
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Risk: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.
- NHTSA 22V906000Dec 8, 2022Steering939 vehicles
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Forte have?
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Forte, covering suspension, wheels & tires and steering. At least one carries a Do Not Drive advisory.
- Are 2023 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 2023 Kia Forte?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 24V244000, reported Apr 1, 2024, concerning the suspension, wheels & tires.