Kia Forte Complaints

2,563 consumer complaints on file.

#11451588February 11, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal burning smell would emit throughout the vehicle without warning. The contact also stated that due to this failure, the brake lights would intermittently fail to operate as needed upon depression. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where they discovered burnt wires in the electrical box and had the box replaced; despite the replacement, the failure persisted. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11451370February 10, 2022
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle started smoking while stopped at a traffic light. The smoke was coming from the engine. Additionally, while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle was stopping and stalling while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11451454February 10, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Two massive safety/security flaws led to theft: break-in through rear window didn’t trigger alarm AND lack of immobilization system. They KNOW this is a problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11451290February 9, 2022
ENGINE
I was driving to work on the freeway on Saturday, while driving my oil light came on one second later the engine stopped working and all lights came on including he engine light. I pulled over turned it off and on and it would not start. A transmission shop and Kia dealership did a diagnostic and said the engine ceased. Something in the engine failed knocking down an d the part failed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11450650February 6, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Hi, I am reaching out due to the recall notice ever since my wife and I have owned our vehicle the trunk has always randomly opened or refused to open with or without the key or vehicle latch being engaged.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11450412February 4, 2022
ENGINE
I was driving and the oil light came up on the dash blinking at first and then solid then the acceleration went down and then the battery light came on and my car didn’t accelerate anymore. It also smelled like burning gas or oil and then I turned it off and had it towed. My car won’t even start anymore after turning it off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11450155February 3, 2022
AIR BAGS
I was in a head on accident at 45mph air bags did not deploy . was wearing my seatbelt and had a head injury due to hit the steering wheel with my head
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11449992February 2, 2022
ENGINE
The cylinder 3 connecting rod broke and shot a hole through my engine block. It also sucked metal pieces into my turbo and damaged my starter. This is the exact same issue that the 2.0 liter engines have and yet I have to pay out of pocket for my repairs. I was on the interstate going 70 mph when this happened. What if instead of shooting down, it shot back towards me? What if my child was in the car? Now Kia won’t cover this and I think they should. I took the car to multiple mechanics and not one of them told me this could happen. The check engine light kept coming on, I kept being told to replace the spark plugs and the ignition coils and it never resolved my issue. These were Kia certified dealers. Now one of these Kia certified dealers wants to charge me $13,000 to replace the engine and the turbo. That’s more than the car is worth and now I’m stuck with the car payment of a car that failed and not bc of my own doing.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11449590January 31, 2022
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Every few months my car won’t crank. I have to get it towed to the dealership. They normally change the spark plugs and it runs again. Recently, they changed the spark plugs but I was also told that I had an engine oil leak(which is very hazardous), oil is leaking onto my engine which is causing my spark plugs to burn out so quick. They claimed they didn’t know what was causing it and told me I would have to wait until my car breaks down completely before being able to know exactly what’s causing it. Informed me that changing the spark plugs is only a temporary fix and I would go through this process again(my car not cranking and spark plugs needing to be replaced).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11449400January 29, 2022
AIR BAGS
My car was hit in an accident & my air bag light popped on but they didn’t deploy. The light is still on and that was over 2 months ago.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11449114January 27, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
#1 I ASSUME THE FUEL SYSTEM OR ELECTRIC SYSTEM ARE WHAT FAILED #2THE CAR SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING,WHEN TRYING TO RESTART{IF IT RESTARTS} NO POWER & SHUTS OFF AGAIN #3 I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER& KIA MAIN BRANCH IN CALIFORNIA 3 TIMES BY PHONE & EMAIL BUT HAVE HEARD NOTHING, I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND OUT IF THERE IS A RECALL BUT THE DEALERSHIP SAID HAVE IT TOWED HERE & IT WILL COST 100$ TO SEE IF ITS BEEN RECALLED{ MY ANSWER WAS YOU COULD TELL ME BY THE V I N # I CANT AFFORED A TOW THE 100$ TO TELL ME IF THERE IS A RECALL{THERE ANSWER WAS THATS NOT MY PROBLEM}#4 THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE HEAD LIGHTS KEPT BLOWING OUT{I REPLACED THEM2X OUT OF POCKET#5 THE ONLY WARNING I HAD WAS LOSS OF POWER BEFORE DYING.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11448995January 26, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
I Bought a white 2019 KIA forte almost brand new around July of 2019 my bumpers paint began peeling in a tiny spot I thought was a chip from a rock but rapidly began peeling all over. February of 2020 was when I thought it started getting pretty bad chips and chunks were missing all over the bumper and it wasn’t even a year yet maybe 10,000 miles by then. I took it to Kia they said I had to take it to Buick GMC dealership l where I bought it yet they told me I had to take it to KIA it was a lot of back and forth and I was busy with school and work it just wasn’t a priority at the time. It is now Jan 2022 a little over 45,000 miles it is still under bumper to bumper warranty. I took it into KIA on Jan 18 2022 for other recalls and sensor problems but when bringing up the paint problem nothing they said nothing can be done and it was not covered. The paint has looked as it has been delaminating and paint chipping has drastically spread. Please look at the photos attached for reference. After looking into it I have found out it is a common problem with white paint and would appreciate it if I hear back so KIA can fix this issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11449015January 26, 2022
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
It’s been flashing for no reason. I literally just turned on my car. I did get an oil change earlier today
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11448804January 25, 2022
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V622000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the trunk was making rattling sounds. The contact veered to the side of the road and manually closed the trunk and the trunk engaged and locked securely. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving and he was unable to close the trunk using the key fob or by manually closing the trunk. The contact drove to a parking lot and was able to close the truck with tape. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested that the contact repair the vehicle at his own expense and he might be reimbursed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11448496January 23, 2022
ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I PURCHASE THE CAR FROM A CAR LOTIN THE CITY WHERE I LIVE I GOT THE CAR IN MARCH OF 2020 I DROVE THE CAR FOR 3 MONTHS ONE OF MY HEAD LIGHTS STARTED TO SHORT OUT SO IALEVIEATED THE PROBLEM TWO MONTHS LATER A MOTOR MOUNT WENT BAD I HAD IT REPLACED AFTER THAT MY SENSOR S STARTED TO MALFUNCTION
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11448412January 21, 2022
ENGINE
The car is running really terribly. Took to a Kia dealer to have recall for Knocking sensor and catalytic converter fixed as we were told by a prior mechanic. Car has 86,000 miles on it. The kia dealer did not fix the problem(s). Gave us back the car in the same working order it was in when they received. Didn't notify us of what was wrong with the car exactly and did not offer to fix or remedy it either on the recall or us paying out of pocket. But did tell us about multiple light bulbs that were out. I called and spoke to them about it and they told me that what is wrong with the car is not covered under the 2 recalls they repaired. But the things that are wrong with the car were under the recall notices that we read on the NHTSA website after entering the VIN.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11447945January 18, 2022
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a burning smoke odor was detected. The contact pulled over and noticed there was smoke coming from under the hood. Additionally, there were engine parts that had melted and a puddle of fluid on the ground. A bystander assisted the contact in pushing the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine). The VIN was included in the recall; however, the contact did not receive a recall notification. The failure mileage was 99,880.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11447733January 17, 2022
ENGINE
My engine which is the 2.0 liter has the same tapping noise from the engine that the other Kia Fortes had and I don’t get a recall. The engine has gone to crap and I’m still paying on it from a dealership. How does it not have a recall like the others when it’s doing the same thing. My dealership said it’s a common problem with these years and engines and now my engine is on its last leg. It’s going to leave me stranded or get me hurt by blowing up unless someone does something about these tapping/knocking engines!!! It has did it for 3 years that I’ve owned it but now it’s really bad to the point it’s serious metal on metal. Also this vehicle has been well maintained and I have all my service records and receipts to frequent oil changes etc etc
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11447312January 13, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There is no kill switch. this is a new car but doesn't have the push start. So, I have gotten it stolen twice. It's still at body shop. I had to pay 500 twice for detectible and I asked while they have car if Kia could put a safety feature, so it doesn't happen again they told me Kia is doing nothing at this time. Please I need answers. We don't want this car anymore.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11447141January 12, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The back windows won't go up or down they jam. You try to roll the passenger windows up or down & they won't do anything. Sometimes you have to turn on & off the car a few times open & closing the driver side door so the windows will work. Also the break lights Sometimes have a late response when you hit the breaks the lights don't respond has a delayed response
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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