2015 Kia Forte Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2015 Kia Forte. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
ENGINE Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
NHTSA campaign # 20V750000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2020-12-02 · Engine/Fuel
Recall summary
This 2015 Kia Forte has 1 open recall on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- ENGINE — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 1
Most recent recall reported: 2020-12-02.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Kia Forte have open recalls?
Yes — there is 1 open NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2015 Kia Forte. Recalls apply to specific VIN and build ranges, so check your exact VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
How do I check if a recall applies to my exact VIN?
This page lists recalls at the model level. Enter your 17-character VIN on our free VIN lookup to see which recalls apply to your specific car and to monitor it for new ones.
Who pays for a recall repair?
Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by a franchised dealer for the affected make — the manufacturer covers the cost. Start by confirming your VIN is affected, then contact a dealer.
About this report
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