2021 Kia Forte Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2021 Kia Forte. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
STEERING:COLUMN Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
NHTSA campaign # 22V304000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2022-05-05 · Steering
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE Critical safety
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
NHTSA campaign # 21V164000 · Manufacturer: Kia Motors America · Reported: 2021-03-11 · Airbag
Recall summary
This 2021 Kia Forte has 2 open recalls on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- STEERING:COLUMN — 1 recall
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 2
Most recent recall reported: 2022-05-05.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Kia Forte have open recalls?
Yes — there are 2 open NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2021 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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