2019 Kia Forte Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2019 Kia Forte. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
Risk: A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.
NHTSA campaign # 20V459000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2020-08-05 · Powertrain
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.
NHTSA campaign # 18V771000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2018-10-31
Recall summary
This 2019 Kia Forte has 2 open recalls on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT — 1 recall
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 2
Most recent recall reported: 2020-08-05.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Kia Forte have open recalls?
Yes — there are 2 open NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2019 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.
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