4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2022-12-09
Description
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.
Consequence
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 are expected to be mailed january 12, 2023. Owner may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc259.
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.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2022-12-09
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
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.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2022-12-09
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
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.
DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Posted on: 2024-04-01
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
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.