Recalls For 2023 KIA FORTE

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Recall #1 Issued: 2022 12 08 - Camp #20221208

This 2023 KIA FORTE recall affects the STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall #2 Issued: 2023 09 22 - Camp #20230922

This 2023 KIA FORTE recall affects the SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall #3 Issued: 2024 04 01 - Camp #20240401

This 2023 KIA FORTE recall affects the SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.