2014 KIA FORTE Problems & Recalls

uNKNOWN THERE IS A KNOCK IN THE MOTOR.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. In addition, the contact stated that sometimes after the vehicle was started, the engine shut off unexpectedly. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it wa...

Mileage: 137,408

Engine developed a “ticking” sound, oil consumption has increased and vehicle will periodically stall at low speeds when driving especially towards the end of the oil change interval. All periodic maintenance has been performed since I have owned the car. Previous owner indicated the same. Th...

My vehicle was leaking fluid, so I took it in and discovered that my vehicle’s ABS module failed in what was described to me as an “unusual way” at both the initial garage where I took it and, later, to the dealership, which was the only place that could do the actual repair. Some research s...

My vehicle was leaking fluid, so I took it in and discovered that my vehicle’s ABS module failed in what was described to me as an “unusual way” at both the initial garage where I took it and, later, to the dealership, which was the only place that could do the actual repair. Some research s...

Large Buck deer hit car with force, did not loose control, did not slam brakes attempted to pull to side of road. The hood flew up and had to use the emergency brake to come to full stop, put in park but the gas was full throttle. Neither airbag deployed and definitely should have.

Large Buck deer hit car with force, did not loose control, did not slam brakes attempted to pull to side of road. The hood flew up and had to use the emergency brake to come to full stop, put in park but the gas was full throttle. Neither airbag deployed and definitely should have.

The air bad light is on and horn dose not working currently there is a open recall on the clutch spring for the air bag but my vin say no repair

I had a brake system failure of some sort happen today. My life and the lives of many others were put in extreme danger. I was driving at about 40 MPH and was approaching a red light. I pressed down on my brake pedal to begin slowing down, but I got absolutely nothing in response. Out of panic, I p...

I had a brake system failure of some sort happen today. My life and the lives of many others were put in extreme danger. I was driving at about 40 MPH and was approaching a red light. I pressed down on my brake pedal to begin slowing down, but I got absolutely nothing in response. Out of panic, I p...

I have been trying to have my brakes line repair for a recall for over a year with the local Kia dealer as they refused to see me for over a year due to not buying vehicle there. I lost my brakes due to the recall on the lines and not being able to get an appointment. I almost died when my brakes we...

Steering column, steering coupler piece

Steering column is broken and keeps falling. Hard to replace entire steering column. While driving the entire steering wheel will fall into lap, makes the car nearly un-drivable. I have fixed before but the entire part is now failing and is extremely dangerous.

Steering column is broken and keeps falling. Hard to replace entire steering column. While driving the entire steering wheel will fall into lap, makes the car nearly un-drivable. I have fixed before but the entire part is now failing and is extremely dangerous.

Slow to shift and accelerate

Slow to shift and accelerate

The steering coupler clunks when I turn my steering wheel

The air bag light comes on and off. Rubber Weather stripping leaking. Runs hot.

The engine is failing. I took my Kia Forte into the dealership in March of 2025 for a blinking engine light and loss of power. It is under a warranty for engine replacement but Kia has done everything in their power not to help their own customer out. This engine issue can cause life threatening iss...

MDPS Flexible Steering Coupler Fails on all these cars but only Optima’s got covered even though the same defective coupler is used in the Forte’s Here is the memo for the Optima’s TSB: CHA072 / CS1604 (Rev 2) Optima (QF/TF/TFH) August 2016

The car has a knock sensor that causes it to go into limp mode. I was told by the service manager to drive it until the code goes from pending to not pending. The code is 1326. I have drove it, and it is not safe to drive. You can’t go ten miles without it going into limp mode.

The MDPS power steering coupler became worn out causing erratic steering issues.the coupler part its self is not even listed on the vehicle so the dealership would only recommend replacing the entire MDPS. i replaced the coupler myself due to lack of affordability for entire motor. steering is now f...

The MDPS power steering coupler became worn out causing erratic steering issues.the coupler part its self is not even listed on the vehicle so the dealership would only recommend replacing the entire MDPS. i replaced the coupler myself due to lack of affordability for entire motor. steering is now f...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated and then lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the radiator had fa...

Mileage: 131,000

I brought my vehicle into the Kia dealership (Jim Ellis Kia of Kennesaw) due to check engine light and limp mode activation. The code P1326 was identified, which is tied to Kia's extended warranty related to known engine defects. This all started Sunday [XXX], and I brought the car to the Kia dealer...

Started working with Kia care center about October 2024. My engine oil was burning internal and I was given a case number, was told to drive until oil was very low and drive 1,000 miles, and told NOT to add oil from Grand Kia. Took my car into Grand Kia, didn't get to 1,000 only lasted three months...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH on the highway, there was smoke coming from under the hood. There was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and the vehicle stopped. The TPMS and engine warning li...

Mileage: 130,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH on the highway, there was smoke coming from under the hood. There was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and the vehicle stopped. The TPMS and engine warning li...

Mileage: 130,000

The engine has known defects, however is not on the engine replacement campaign. Failed at 114k miles. KIA refuses to acknowledge known defects. Dealer confirmed bad engine. Second opinion confirmed also. No warning or service engine lights. All oil changes were arouond 3k miles. Started with a s...

Burning a unnecessary amount of oil. The oil pump failed

Burning a unnecessary amount of oil. The oil pump failed

The car will randomly cut off while driving, to restart the car must be put into neutral to restart and the lights go off during that time. If you are on the interstate going over 50, it will jerk and restart itself but the steering gets really stiff and you have to pull over and cut car off and res...

The car will randomly cut off while driving, to restart the car must be put into neutral to restart and the lights go off during that time. If you are on the interstate going over 50, it will jerk and restart itself but the steering gets really stiff and you have to pull over and cut car off and res...

The car will randomly cut off while driving, to restart the car must be put into neutral to restart and the lights go off during that time. If you are on the interstate going over 50, it will jerk and restart itself but the steering gets really stiff and you have to pull over and cut car off and res...

Steering started acting funny, I called Kia 800 333 4542 about their Technical service bulletin and spoke with TY he stated this is not a manufacturer defect and is not covered for repair since there wasnt a recall. MDPS Flexible Coupling Replacement Technical Service Bulletin Ref: CHA074 REV 2 D...

As mentioned in the dealership report, Kia denied my request to repair a recall on the motor. My car still has warranty on the motor up to 15 years and 150,000 miles.

My 2014 Kia Forte experienced random stalling/loss of speed. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic multiple times- the crank shaft sensor was replaced, new batteries were put in, and a starter was replaced. When starting the vehicle sometimes it would not turn over or click a few times to start. A t...

My 2014 Kia Forte experienced random stalling/loss of speed. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic multiple times- the crank shaft sensor was replaced, new batteries were put in, and a starter was replaced. When starting the vehicle sometimes it would not turn over or click a few times to start. A t...

After T-boning a Toyota Prius, my air bag did not go off and my driver seat belt did not lock. As a result, I suffered a collapsed right lung, my left hand punched the windshield fracturing my wrist and had to have surgery from that. Also suffered my 7th right rib fractured. There was no warning lam...

After T-boning a Toyota Prius, my air bag did not go off and my driver seat belt did not lock. As a result, I suffered a collapsed right lung, my left hand punched the windshield fracturing my wrist and had to have surgery from that. Also suffered my 7th right rib fractured. There was no warning lam...

Sterling wheel begins to shake at high speed and a lower speed causing the whole steering wheel to shake and make noise. And have realized the cruise control is no longer working

Sterling wheel begins to shake at high speed and a lower speed causing the whole steering wheel to shake and make noise. And have realized the cruise control is no longer working

Sterling wheel begins to shake at high speed and a lower speed causing the whole steering wheel to shake and make noise. And have realized the cruise control is no longer working

Back-up camera does not function. I'm told the camera unit itself is at fault, not the electrical circuit leading to the 'head unit' (infotainment system). It has not operated property for about two years. I've owned the vehicle for7 years.

I want to report KIA of Lynchburg at 3400 Old Forest Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24501 because they do not want to honor their recall. October 14, 202I: I took my car to Kia because of a recall. After the mechanic finish, Lisa said to bring it back if the engine light goes on. (Exhibit 1) November 16, 2021: ...

Popping noise from steering and play in steering wheel. Was informed by a local mechanic that is was the steering coupler for the MDPS unit. Checked and saw a recall for the same issue with the Kia Soul but saw nothing for the Forte even though Hyundai had a recall for the Elantra and Sonata for t...

I was driving the Forte and my steering wheel started to feel loose. It would click when I turned it. When I would go over a speed bump or hit a pot hole, my steering would jolt and make a loud noise. While driving on the highway, steering seemed loose and wasn't stable. I drove slower because I wa...

The contact's mother owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving and turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel made an abnormal popping sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the flexible coupling in the MDPS (motor-driven power ste...

Mileage: 43,350

While driving down the road the hood just opened shattering the windshield. Closed the hood back and drove down the road and it did it again.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while buckling the driver's side front seat belt buckle, the front driver's seat belt buckle failed to lock securely as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with front driver's side seat belt buckle failure. T...

Mileage: 198,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel made an abnormal sound and jerked abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the flexible coupling valves needed to be replaced. The vehicle ...

Mileage: 11,503

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the RPM increased rapidly, but the vehicle was unable to accelerate above 40 MPH. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was un...

Mileage: 143,000

Steering is popping and clicking most of the time when I turn the steering wheel, mainly when I turn left but definitely seems to be a safety hazard. Not sure if it’s the steering coupler or what but I believe it should be under a recall. Thank you.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that in 2021 the engine was replaced under an unknown recall. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts on each occasion. The check engine a...

Mileage: 156,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that in 2021 the engine was replaced under an unknown recall. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts on each occasion. The check engine a...

Mileage: 156,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repai...

Mileage: 72,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle failed to respond with the engine revving. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was l...

Mileage: 92,746

My vehicle started making a ticking noise and then after driving on the interstate it entered limp mode with the check engine, battery, steering wheel, and oil lights on. I have been up to date on all oil changes and the car is only at 95,000 miles. After taking it to a mechanic he said the issue it...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not re...

Driving to school and the engine started acting weird and took to Good Year mechanic and I received the attached invoice. Kindly refer to the invoice.

Driving to school and the engine started acting weird and took to Good Year mechanic and I received the attached invoice. Kindly refer to the invoice.

Driving to school and the engine started acting weird and took to Good Year mechanic and I received the attached invoice. Kindly refer to the invoice.

Seatbelt comes undone I have to hold it or it will unbuckle randomly.

While turning the steering wheel will pop or click loudly. The issue is hard to control completely as the steering column vibrates. I have been told that I need the steering column coupler replaced. Consulted shops and they want $480 to replace a $10 plastic piece. This is a safety issue as you ...

I took my car to Kia Healy in Newburgh New York for a recall on knock sensor update and ever since my car is not working had to park it.

Steering wheel is clicking or catching when initiating a turn. Problem is with the steering coupler.

I has replaced 2 coil packs then the engine started clicking

Driving down the highway and check engine light came on and dropped the cars speed down to 30 mph and was stuck on the highway and I called the KIA dealership that I got the car from and they cleared the code on the car and claimed they fixed it just for the car to go back into limp mode and now I�...

Driving down the highway and check engine light came on and dropped the cars speed down to 30 mph and was stuck on the highway and I called the KIA dealership that I got the car from and they cleared the code on the car and claimed they fixed it just for the car to go back into limp mode and now I�...

Engine clicking noticed . Then light came on. Mechanic fixed. Engine light came on coil needed to be replaced a week later. Clicking got louder took to dealer said Engine wasn't getting enough oil that there was none on dipstick (took photo as proof it had oil). No other explanations no other soluti...

Flex coupler went bad - $500 replacement. The Optima was already recalled for this same part. Please recall the Forte lines so that we can be reimbursed for this obvious Kia issue.

I was driving 65 mph and all of sudden the speed got lowered to 45 mph even I was pushing accelerator. Also I heard the engine knocking noise when I pushed accelerator hard. I had to stop and parked nearby church parking lot. I called a mechanic to diagnose, and he said the engine was broken and n...

Clunking sound in steering column. Steering Coupler in Steering motor defect Has failed in my steering column. Dealer refuses to repair under other agreements.

Car died in reverse. Check engine light came on and turned off. Took to mechanic replaced spark plugs. Then 6 days later had another misfire replaced coils. At that a clicking noise was heard. Brought to kia dealership who said knocking come from engine but did not say what. Upon parking car compl...

There is an unknown smell (kind of smells like Carbon Monoxide) when cranking up my car. There is this knocking noise that I continue to hear as if something is loose under my car, but when inspected, nothing was loose. It happens when I hit a bump or go over a hump in the road. The unknown smell sc...

Mileage: 129,927

There is an unknown smell (kind of smells like Carbon Monoxide) when cranking up my car. There is this knocking noise that I continue to hear as if something is loose under my car, but when inspected, nothing was loose. It happens when I hit a bump or go over a hump in the road. The unknown smell sc...

Mileage: 129,927

Just crunk it up and out the blue started knocking no warning no nothing

My Kia Forte is from Puerto Rico, and I am currently having engine issues. The codes for the engine issues (and light) are P0014 and P0300. It can be inspected upon request. Kia America refuses to honor or attempt to look up the possible recalls for the engine, which is currently burning oil, and I...

My Kia Forte is from Puerto Rico, and I am currently having engine issues. The codes for the engine issues (and light) are P0014 and P0300. It can be inspected upon request. Kia America refuses to honor or attempt to look up the possible recalls for the engine, which is currently burning oil, and I...

My car was in for a recall repair on another item and the repair of the steering coupler part was noted to be needed. The parts personnel stated they informed me that the steering coupler was in need of repair and that I had declined this service. My vehicle did not have 100,000 miles on it yet. ...

Break line, have to continue to fill break fluid, the smell of something burning when stopping or stopped , passenger right light keeps going out , continues need to be replaced

Break line, have to continue to fill break fluid, the smell of something burning when stopping or stopped , passenger right light keeps going out , continues need to be replaced

Break line, have to continue to fill break fluid, the smell of something burning when stopping or stopped , passenger right light keeps going out , continues need to be replaced

Electrical problems from the start when purchaed November 2016. Ghost electrical problems, affecting radio, gas guage, lights, and traction, Also tail lights leaked water in.

Mileage: 126,889

Airbags failed to deploy after rear end collision.

Oil burn off prior to recommended oil change interval. Oil level was extremely low. Oil burn off has been increasing at progressive rates.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The failure persisted and the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnose...

Mileage: 48,374

I have 3 major recalls on this vehicle. I received recall from Kia but dealership will not fix the problem

I have 3 major recalls on this vehicle. I received recall from Kia but dealership will not fix the problem

I have 3 major recalls on this vehicle. I received recall from Kia but dealership will not fix the problem

I took my 2014 Kia Forte Ex for a warranty job for Fex steering coupler. The service advisor(Nick Lum)at DCH of Temecula said it only cover 5 years, 60,000 miles. I understand Kia extending the warranty to 10 years, unlimited Miles. The Service advisor told me they won't fix it because it's not on...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was app...

Mileage: 64,200

Clunk and clicking in steering. There is extra play in steering. All research points to a steering coupler.

Vehicle states glow relay stuck on (p1326) vehicle has gone into limp mode. Not able to drive over 60mph. All recommendations by Kia has been completed and vehicle still in limp mode.

Vehicle states glow relay stuck on (p1326) vehicle has gone into limp mode. Not able to drive over 60mph. All recommendations by Kia has been completed and vehicle still in limp mode.

Vehicle states glow relay stuck on (p1326) vehicle has gone into limp mode. Not able to drive over 60mph. All recommendations by Kia has been completed and vehicle still in limp mode.

My car was parked overnight in front my house on the street, and I remote started it around 4 pm. As I was looking out the window to check if the car started- I saw it moving forward. I ran out of the house and within a few seconds- the car rolled into my neighbor's truck and sustained damage to the...

My car was parked overnight in front my house on the street, and I remote started it around 4 pm. As I was looking out the window to check if the car started- I saw it moving forward. I ran out of the house and within a few seconds- the car rolled into my neighbor's truck and sustained damage to the...

My car was parked overnight in front my house on the street, and I remote started it around 4 pm. As I was looking out the window to check if the car started- I saw it moving forward. I ran out of the house and within a few seconds- the car rolled into my neighbor's truck and sustained damage to the...

Transmission going out

Steering wheels coupler problem

Steering wheels coupler problem

on or about 6-6-2023 store employee Tim Creel was airing up the tire on the passenger side front of the vehicle. Tim used a kia air compressor which comes standard with a lot of today's Kias instead of spare tire. The tire pressure reached 32 psi when Tim unplugged the 12v connector. As he went to w...

on or about 6-6-2023 store employee Tim Creel was airing up the tire on the passenger side front of the vehicle. Tim used a kia air compressor which comes standard with a lot of today's Kias instead of spare tire. The tire pressure reached 32 psi when Tim unplugged the 12v connector. As he went to w...

on or about 6-6-2023 store employee Tim Creel was airing up the tire on the passenger side front of the vehicle. Tim used a kia air compressor which comes standard with a lot of today's Kias instead of spare tire. The tire pressure reached 32 psi when Tim unplugged the 12v connector. As he went to w...

My car has a knocking on the engine. I was told that I needed an engine replacement. However the car is just under 90k. Kia had a class action lawsuit with Kia forte 2014 models with engines 2.0 and 2.4 for complete engine failure and or engine fires. I have the exact same issue as the recalled cars...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started the check engine warning light and the oil warning light were blinking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that engine oil was leaking onto the cam shaft and that the engine needed to be re...

Mileage: 88,000

The contact owned a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire while it was parked outside her residence. The origin of the fire was unknown. The fire started from the rear of the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the fire, and the report was not yet available. The ma...

Mileage: 196,781

My car started making a loud knocking and whining sound. It started around August of 2022. I called about an email I received saying there was a recall for my vehicle. I took my vehicle to Barnes Crossing Kia in Tupelo, MS I think on August 31 2022. They told me there was nothing wrong with my engin...

My car caught on fire out of nowhere when i pulled into my grandmother's driveway. I had smelt smoke maybe 10 minutes before I arrived but assumed it was from someone starting a fire while I was driving. No smoke had started forming while I was driving. The smoke rolled out from the dash board area ...

My car caught on fire out of nowhere when i pulled into my grandmother's driveway. I had smelt smoke maybe 10 minutes before I arrived but assumed it was from someone starting a fire while I was driving. No smoke had started forming while I was driving. The smoke rolled out from the dash board area ...

Steering Coupler in Steering motor defect. Known issue in many models and see a recall on some vehicles: this issue was corrected on my 2016 Sorento but not on my 2014 Kia Forte. My son’s friend also has his Kia Optima denied repair for the same issue. An acknowledged problem that somehow Kia has ...

My wife's 2014 Kia Forte brakes went on me without warning, they went all the way to the floor and I immediately knew it was a hydraulic problem. the vehicle has just over 2500 actual miles on it. It was towed to a dealership were they determined it was a hydraulic issue and there was a recall on b...

Steering wheel started feeling loose then progressed to jerking back and forth. Jerks from side to side simply driving easy down the road. Making ticking, clicking, grinding noises too. I do not feel safe and can no longer drive my car. I’m taking it to the dealer tomorrow (a long wait) and suspec...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle had previously been serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine). The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the engine made loud rattling and knocking sounds. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic...

Mileage: 161,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while starting the vehicle the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the vehicle was experiencing the failure listed in NHTSA Campaig...

Mileage: 150,000

Warning lights starting flashing and vehicle went into "limp mode". Before I could completely pull over the engine started smoking. Taken to the dealer and while they were able to confirm the rod bearing was the failure, it also caused other failures so Kia wouldnt cover it under the warranty. I'v...

The vehicle lost braking ability while being operated on the roadway. The brake pedal went to the floor, and the brake warning light came on. The operator was able to push hard on the brake pedal enough to eventually bring the vehicle to a safe stop. Upon inspection it was determined that the bra...

My car caught on fire out of nowhere when i pulled into my grandma's house. I was unaware of a recall until I was advised by the firman that put my car out that they had also put another kia out the same day and it had a recall. Upon searching I found this recall. I contacted kia and went through th...

My car caught on fire out of nowhere when i pulled into my grandma's house. I was unaware of a recall until I was advised by the firman that put my car out that they had also put another kia out the same day and it had a recall. Upon searching I found this recall. I contacted kia and went through th...

My car caught on fire out of nowhere when i pulled into my grandma's house. I was unaware of a recall until I was advised by the firman that put my car out that they had also put another kia out the same day and it had a recall. Upon searching I found this recall. I contacted kia and went through th...

Tha car is burning engine oil, around 1/4 gallon each week and the motor don't have any oil leak and no black or blue smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe

Failure of the flexible coupling in the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS). This is a known issue and Kia has extended the warranty on the Optima, Soul, and Cadenza that use the exact same defective part. For some unexplained reason the forte has been excluded from coverage. It should also be noted ...

While driving on the interstate vehicle's engine warning light turned on and suddenly the vehicle rapidly lost power. This created a VERY dangerous situation on a busy highway, putting my safety at risk and those of fellow drivers. Luckily there were no accidents and I managed to get to a repair fac...

This morning I needed to move my son's 2014 KIA Forte. There was very notable clicking noise in the steering wheel with even the slightest turn. I googled "clicking noise in steering wheel" and found thousands of listings (all KIA and Hyundai) for failures of a coupler in vehicles along with numer...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light was blinking, and the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The contact was able to drive to his residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing, and the mechanic stated ...

Mileage: 67,068

My husband was driving down a street going roughly 45 miles an hour and all of a sudden there was a jerking feeling and the steering wheel locked up on him and he could no manage the direction that the car would go.yes it is available for inspection upon request. The steering and the direction of th...

My husband was driving down a street going roughly 45 miles an hour and all of a sudden there was a jerking feeling and the steering wheel locked up on him and he could no manage the direction that the car would go.yes it is available for inspection upon request. The steering and the direction of th...

I was driving on the highway going 50 mph where the vehicle suddenly shut off and started smoking. I exited the vehicle to take a look and the entire engine compartment was on fire. I only had the car for 2 months and was never made aware of any recalls on the car

I was driving on the highway going 50 mph where the vehicle suddenly shut off and started smoking. I exited the vehicle to take a look and the entire engine compartment was on fire. I only had the car for 2 months and was never made aware of any recalls on the car

UNKNOWN. The clear coat paint is peeling on the roof, trunk, door handles, and A-Frame of the vehicle.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, the engine was misfiring and there was dark smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the failure had been reoccurring while driving. Th...

Mileage: 137,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, the engine was misfiring and there was dark smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the failure had been reoccurring while driving. Th...

Mileage: 137,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and was blinking. The contact pulled off the road, placed the vehicle in p...

Mileage: 77,000

Husband was attempting to back auto out of driveway and when he put it in reverse, car accelerated on its own and hit the corner of our house. He then put it in drive and the car again accelerated on its own hitting the corner of our garage and then went through the garage door. The car is totaled. ...

Cars brake lights remain on and engine will turn on with out pressing the brake peddle. Consistent with recall on same model produced during the previous two years and up to 2 months prior to current vehicle.

I took my 2014 Kia Forte EX into the Kia dealership when there was a recall issued for the engine and also for a software update. I got the update and then shortly after leaving the dealership, my check engine light came on and started flashing. Soon my car quickly lost acceleration out of no where....

My engine burns oil very fast, I am constantly putting oil in it even after oil changes. At one point, I was told by the dealership that I would need a new engine and that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced as a result of the engine problem. I ended up having to come out of pocket for the...

My engine burns oil very fast, I am constantly putting oil in it even after oil changes. At one point, I was told by the dealership that I would need a new engine and that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced as a result of the engine problem. I ended up having to come out of pocket for the...

It is just airbag sign

The Air Bag light stays on consistently, with the exception of flashing off for a brief moment periodically, only to return on immediately. Steering wheel mounted audio controls have mixed up controls, volume operating channel skip, while channel skip up, skips down, etc... I don't know that it is...

The Air Bag light stays on consistently, with the exception of flashing off for a brief moment periodically, only to return on immediately. Steering wheel mounted audio controls have mixed up controls, volume operating channel skip, while channel skip up, skips down, etc... I don't know that it is...

engine burning oil, engine knocking, entire engine needed replaced

Engine knocking. Entire engine needs replaced.

The contact owned a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that his VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine). The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on the street in front of his residence, the vehicle caught fire. The fire burned the nearby curbside and lawn as well...

Mileage: 100,000

At approximately 60000 miles my airbag light came on. Then it would go off. Now it just stays on. I went to the dealership and they said I would have to pay for diagnostics and any repairs. I currently have around 64000 miles. I drive it very little. Bought it used in 2017 with 19000 miles. I see th...

Vehicle has a engine oil leak.

Car shuts down while driving. ABS and traction control light comes on, cruise control shuts off, power steering light comes on and no power steering, screens and radio stop working, no a/c or heat, car finally completely shuts down.

Car shuts down while driving. ABS and traction control light comes on, cruise control shuts off, power steering light comes on and no power steering, screens and radio stop working, no a/c or heat, car finally completely shuts down.

Car shuts down while driving. ABS and traction control light comes on, cruise control shuts off, power steering light comes on and no power steering, screens and radio stop working, no a/c or heat, car finally completely shuts down.

On June 24, 2022 I was driving my vehicle on 435N to work. My steering wheel jerked to the left and started spinning out of control. I was driving at 60mph in the inside lane. When my steering jerked it caused me to turn headfirst into the inside wall. I proceeded to spin out of control across 3 lan...

On June 24, 2022 I was driving my vehicle on 435N to work. My steering wheel jerked to the left and started spinning out of control. I was driving at 60mph in the inside lane. When my steering jerked it caused me to turn headfirst into the inside wall. I proceeded to spin out of control across 3 lan...

On June 24, 2022 I was driving my vehicle on 435N to work. My steering wheel jerked to the left and started spinning out of control. I was driving at 60mph in the inside lane. When my steering jerked it caused me to turn headfirst into the inside wall. I proceeded to spin out of control across 3 lan...

My engine started smoking like crazy while driving. It had oil pouring out of the bottom of my car. I was stranded on the side of the interstate next to a smoking car with my 5 month old baby because they forgot to mention my engine had a recall. They won’t even look at my car until July 27th and ...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while her grandson was driving approximately 75 MPH, the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was ...

Mileage: 100,000

All Star Kia of Baton Rouge submitted information to Kia and the recall listed was denied. Cited that the car was put through a bearing test, and even charged me 393 dollars for this test when dealing with this recall directly. My vehicle was up to date with oil changes and verified that it was chan...

Bought a used 2014 Kia Forte from Ourisman Kia in Chantilly, VA in November, 2021. Had 116k miles. 2/20/22, traveling on 55 MPH three lane road, the car suddenly lost all power as I was driving in the left lane. Engine light was flashing. I put on hazards and was able to pull off the highway. On 2/2...

Bought a used 2014 Kia Forte from Ourisman Kia in Chantilly, VA in November, 2021. Had 116k miles. 2/20/22, traveling on 55 MPH three lane road, the car suddenly lost all power as I was driving in the left lane. Engine light was flashing. I put on hazards and was able to pull off the highway. On 2/2...

Bought a used 2014 Kia Forte from Ourisman Kia in Chantilly, VA in November, 2021. Had 116k miles. 2/20/22, traveling on 55 MPH three lane road, the car suddenly lost all power as I was driving in the left lane. Engine light was flashing. I put on hazards and was able to pull off the highway. On 2/2...

Steering coupler needed to be replaced. There have been warranty extensions for this part on several Hyundai cars as well as Kia Optima. Same issue as I experienced. No recall yet on my vehicle. Had to pay $500 to get replaced. Failure around 78,000 miles

My steering wheel feels loose and makes a noise when turning. Feels like I need to turn the steering wheel a bit before my tires start to turn and then it clicks again when my wheel goes back to neutral. This also has caused my cruise control and windshield wipers to stop working.

My steering wheel feels loose and makes a noise when turning. Feels like I need to turn the steering wheel a bit before my tires start to turn and then it clicks again when my wheel goes back to neutral. This also has caused my cruise control and windshield wipers to stop working.

My steering wheel feels loose and makes a noise when turning. Feels like I need to turn the steering wheel a bit before my tires start to turn and then it clicks again when my wheel goes back to neutral. This also has caused my cruise control and windshield wipers to stop working.

The engine on my Kia Forte failed just 12k miles after a recall service that was intended to ensure an additional 80k miles of engine use. Either the recall work to ensure that additional range was defective, or the process that designed the work was defective. Recall # 20v750 was to check for engin...

The engine on my Kia Forte failed just 12k miles after a recall service that was intended to ensure an additional 80k miles of engine use. Either the recall work to ensure that additional range was defective, or the process that designed the work was defective. Recall # 20v750 was to check for engin...

The engine on my Kia Forte failed just 12k miles after a recall service that was intended to ensure an additional 80k miles of engine use. Either the recall work to ensure that additional range was defective, or the process that designed the work was defective. Recall # 20v750 was to check for engin...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the engine stalled. The contact pulled safely off the road. The contact stated the check engine light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and attempted to drive it home. The contact sai...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH a knocking type noise was suddenly present coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle suddenly stalled and shut off causing the vehicle to abruptly reduce speed. The vehicle was restarted but the...

Mileage: 129,000

One Monday morning my engine light came on in my car so I went to go to go get my car checked out that Tuesday morning . The dude that checked my car ( I forgot his name ) found metal in my oil which came from my engine and told me to see if I had a recall on my car , come to find out I did have a...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 53 MPH at night, the vehicle started shuddering and then stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle was towed to...

Mileage: 160,800

Campaign PI2002A. P1326 KIA Code - Knock Sensor Detection System, Milage 35,488. January 15: My MIL went on 2 blocks from the house. I parked the car. Towed to garage who ran the code and recommended car got to dealership. Towed to dealer on January 17 ish. The dealer installed the patch and I picke...

Had major oil consumption issues, 2+ quarts a week with no visible drips, puddles or misting. Dropped off at dealer when on vacation. Dealer insisted that problem was oil pan and they insisted that it was the source of leak despite my protests. I was told that "...at any rate, Kia will not authorize...

My car had recall service performed last year at First Kia in Simi Valley, CA. The work (for engine fires) took four months to complete, because on my first two visits they were refusing to perform recall service. The recall was to fix oil leaks and update the knock sensor. They never did fix my lea...

i bought my 2014 kia forte last 5months ago. my car started to make a weird noise. i brought my car to dealership and they said it needs a new engine. i still owe around $8000+ with this car. i am student and i dont how am i going able to get money for a new engine.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly go into limp mode and would not accelerate above 20 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer however, the cause of the failure ...

Mileage: 145,000

Ki Aforte 2014 steering wheel has started making a noise while turning when stationary. As with Kia Soul and Optima models of same vintage, steering coupler part needs to be replaced

On November 2nd of 2020 my vehicle could barely make it up a highway incline, the RPM's would go high but, vehicle could get no speed or shift gears. My car actually cut off on me with no warning and at that time I was not in the slow lane which was dangerous. So I coasted off the exit and the car...

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.

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 rec...

Paint delamination issue. We are original owners. Car only has 64,766 miles as of today, 1/09/22. Affected areas are hood, roof, both side mirrors and all four door handles.

Vehicle has 103k miles. Ticking noise evident from engine., which reacts to increase in RPM. Took to local Kia dealer for diagnosis - recommended a new engine. Cost of $6-7000 to replace the engine. This vehicle cost was just arouns $7000 last year when purchasded.

Back up camera only whats some of the time. When it sometimes works it is when the outside temperature gets around 65 degrees or lower, but even then it works some of the time. The screen flickers sometime when it working as well.

Engine seized while driving. Car had just over 60,000 miles. Approximately 61,000.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer failed to update the Knock Sensor Detection System software. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, t...

Mileage: 63,200

Brake light failure on both tail lights. The problem started by finding mold in the trunk. This was caused by water pooling in the bottom space where the spare tire would go if it came with one. Water leaks were observed from both tail lights into the trunk. The culprit seems to be bad gaskets for t...

Brake light failure on both tail lights. The problem started by finding mold in the trunk. This was caused by water pooling in the bottom space where the spare tire would go if it came with one. Water leaks were observed from both tail lights into the trunk. The culprit seems to be bad gaskets for t...

When I engage the left turn signal the headlights will intermittently shut off. They sometimes come back on and sometimes do not. Usually after completing a turn they come back on. It's unpredictable and this has caused some scary situations. It is a continual problem that needs to be fixed by KIA.

When I engage the left turn signal the headlights will intermittently shut off. They sometimes come back on and sometimes do not. Usually after completing a turn they come back on. It's unpredictable and this has caused some scary situations. It is a continual problem that needs to be fixed by KIA.

The vehicle has been consuming and leaking oil for over two years. More recently the vehicle was started/running and it was identified that large amounts of oil were leaking from the engine. The vehicle was towed to the original Kia dealership where purchased. The Kia dealership has advised that the...

Unknown had the car only 2 years and the air bag light came on and they have never has been deployed

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel made a knocking sound. The contact stated that the first time the failure occurred was in late September with the knocking sound only happening while turning either to the left or the righ...

Mileage: 52,177

My Kia Forte when I put it in reverse it will jerk back then pause and hardly push itself backwards I have no control same as putting the car into Drive. I also consistently hear water in the bottom of my car swishing around.

My Kia Forte when I put it in reverse it will jerk back then pause and hardly push itself backwards I have no control same as putting the car into Drive. I also consistently hear water in the bottom of my car swishing around.

My Kia Forte when I put it in reverse it will jerk back then pause and hardly push itself backwards I have no control same as putting the car into Drive. I also consistently hear water in the bottom of my car swishing around.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while his son was driving at 45 mph, the engine failed and smoke was coming from the engine. The contact's son was able to pull over and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure, and no oil wa...

Mileage: 66,800

There was a car accident car was totaled my wife was stuck in the seat the seat belt broke would not unlatch they had to cut her out. There not supposed to break. What if the car cought fire?

The driver side seatbelt keeps unbuckling, this is after checking to make sure it is fastened completely, I have to keep checking the belt throughout the driving period to ensure it is latched. What if all my belts do this, and when my kids are in the car and if a wreck occurs and they fail to pro...

The issue had not been resolved, and I am reading countless of reports stating that Kia is picking and choosing who they will help, this is absolutely BS., that NHTSA will not even help with getting Kia to honor their recalls.

Oil Consumption. Having to put about 3 quarts of oil in before the next recommended oil change. Have been doing that for the last 6+ months.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, knocking noises were heard and the vehicle was consuming excessive amounts of engine oil after she checked the oil level. ...

Mileage: 68,000

I purchased a 2014 Kia Forte on August 24, 2013. On August 26, 2021 I reported an electrical fire in the trunk of my car to the dealership. I was told not to drive the car but to tow it. My car was towed home because the dealership was closed by the time the tow truck arrived. The insurance company...

My 2.0L GDI engine developed a clacking sound and I have been told I need a new engine. It seems to be the same issue as the other Kia models with this same engine that have had their engines recalled. Yet Kia does not include the Forte in the recall, even though it is the same engine.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who reset the air bag warning light; however, the warning light immediately returned. The manufacturer was...

Mileage: 106,000

UNKNOWN My 2014 Kia Forte Ex has been having randon acceleration problems. I just bought it from an O'Brien dealership a couple months ago. It has also caused the breaks to not want to work. I was in an accident due to this and crashed into the car in front of me pretty hard. My infant and boyfriend...

Driving down a country road at night when my abs light came on. After a few seconds my power steering went out and the main console died. The headlights began to dim and the dashboard lights sputtered on and off. The car shuttered strongly and then died. We were stuck on the side of the road in the ...

Airbag light stays on all the time. Brake lights constantly burning out breaking system system will skidvover grates at bumps. Car will scrape over roads. All steering wheel functions not working

Airbag light stays on all the time. Brake lights constantly burning out breaking system system will skidvover grates at bumps. Car will scrape over roads. All steering wheel functions not working

Airbag light stays on all the time. Brake lights constantly burning out breaking system system will skidvover grates at bumps. Car will scrape over roads. All steering wheel functions not working

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle there was an exhaust odor present inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would lose power and did not properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replace...

Mileage: 120,506

Car started over heating, took it to the shop and my engine coolant resistor was melting, they replaced the part and it is starting to melt again and my car is starting to over heat

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 80 MPH, the vehicle was shaking violently and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V750000 (Engine)...

Mileage: 130,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming excessive oil and there was oil leaking onto the ground. The contact had to put 1 to 2 quarts of oil for every trip. There was also smoke coming from the engine and a loud knocking noise was heard. The vehicle was t...

Mileage: 54,498

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I started trying in 2015 or 2016 to have my engine replaced and compensated for the purchase of both engines for the two Kia's I bought brand new when the engines went out on both of the cars weeks apart. Please can anyone help me with this situation, as I am at my wits end to be compensated for som...

I started trying in 2015 or 2016 to have my engine replaced and compensated for the purchase of both engines for the two Kia's I bought brand new when the engines went out on both of the cars weeks apart. Please can anyone help me with this situation, as I am at my wits end to be compensated for som...

2014 Kia Forte 1.8l steering is very hard or stiff to rotate especially from right to left when driving at more than 20 mph rendering lane change on roads and expressways very dangerous, and simply maneuvering steering very difficult. It feels like steering is jamming or being stuck. Besides hear a ...

The vehicle has spun a rod bearing of the internal engine. It is available for inspection upon request. Engine damage puts driver, passengers and all bystanders at extreme risk. Dealer has confirmed rod knock. Other automotive shop diagnosed spun rod bearing. The vehicle has not yet been inspected b...

The vehicle has spun a rod bearing of the internal engine. It is available for inspection upon request. Engine damage puts driver, passengers and all bystanders at extreme risk. Dealer has confirmed rod knock. Other automotive shop diagnosed spun rod bearing. The vehicle has not yet been inspected b...

Motor locked up after getting recalls done and Kia is saying no recall on motor

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was oil leaking onto the catalytic converter. The contact stated while driving the vehicle failed to accelerate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechani...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil while driving at various speeds. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact had the vehicle taken to an independent mechanic where she discovered t...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that her vehicle hydroplaned while driving at 65 MPH, which caused her to lose control of vehicle. The contact hit the right guardrail three times on the passenger side of her vehicle. The air bags did not deploy after multiple impacts. The cont...

Mileage: 119,000

In May 2021 my daughter was in a bad car accident while driving my 2014 Kia Forte. The airbags did not go off and the seatbelts never tightened. Fortunately her and her passenger were not seriously injured and only received bruises on their knees and sore necks. There was so much damage to the front...

In May 2021 my daughter was in a bad car accident while driving my 2014 Kia Forte. The airbags did not go off and the seatbelts never tightened. Fortunately her and her passenger were not seriously injured and only received bruises on their knees and sore necks. There was so much damage to the front...

I bought the car in November 2 weeks later driving on December 10 All lights came out car loss power and engine blew off I was driving at around 55mph I’m still paying for the car but I never received no notice for the recall I need an answer ASAP the cae as been in my garage since December 10/20...

I bought the car in November 2 weeks later driving on December 10 All lights came out car loss power and engine blew off I was driving at around 55mph I’m still paying for the car but I never received no notice for the recall I need an answer ASAP the cae as been in my garage since December 10/20...

I bought the car in November 2 weeks later driving on December 10 All lights came out car loss power and engine blew off I was driving at around 55mph I’m still paying for the car but I never received no notice for the recall I need an answer ASAP the cae as been in my garage since December 10/20...

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the air bags warning light illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure but the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,...

Mileage: 125,000

After engine replacement 12/2020, continue to have problems with stalling, randomly not starting, various light ups on dash, RPM gage not moving.

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 20V750000 (Engine) however, eight days later while driving, the vehicle shifted into LIMP mode and failed to operate as designed. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the...

Mileage: 123,000

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH the vehicle started to emit hot air from the engine compartment into the cabin of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired nor diagnosed. Upon investigation, the contact associated the...

Mileage: 55,600

While driving the vehicle in June 2020, the engine started knocking loudly and caused the vehicle to vibrate so I shut off the vehicle. After being towed, the mechanic stated the rod blew through the block and knocked out the starter. The engine needs a full replacement and based on my mechanics re...

While driving the vehicle in June 2020, the engine started knocking loudly and caused the vehicle to vibrate so I shut off the vehicle. After being towed, the mechanic stated the rod blew through the block and knocked out the starter. The engine needs a full replacement and based on my mechanics re...

I own a 2014 KIA Forte and was hearing a ticking / knocking when I drive.  I dropped it off at service station Milton to be looked at.  The next day 4/1/21 I got a from them and he notified me that my engine is under 2 recalls by KIA and needs to be replaced.  He recommended that I have it towed ...

Hi. The problem that I am having is that a buy a car that was imported from Florida to Puerto Rico. I verified the vin number and I see that it need to have 2 recall fix. I go to the local Kia dealer and they say that because it was used imported vehicle they cant perform the recall. I want to know ...

Steering coupler needed to be replaced. There have been warranty extensions for this part on several Hyundai cars as well as Kia Optima. Same issue as I experienced. No recall yet on my vehicle. Had to pay $500 to get replaced

I received a letter of a recall on the airbag. I contacted coughlin kia. They state there in no recall. The airbag light is on like the recall stated.

I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER STATING THAT MY CAR IS PART OF A RECALL INVOLVING A DEFECT IN THE ENGINE THAT COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE AND INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TO ADDRESS THE RECALL. THE MECHANICS AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED THAT MY VEHICLE WOULD NEED A...

Mileage: 102,420

I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER STATING THAT MY CAR IS PART OF A RECALL INVOLVING A DEFECT IN THE ENGINE THAT COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE AND INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TO ADDRESS THE RECALL. THE MECHANICS AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED THAT MY VEHICLE WOULD NEED A...

Mileage: 102,420

AN ENGINE FIRE RECALL HAS ALREADY BEEN ISSUED RELATING TO FUEL AND OIL LEAKS FOR MY VEHICLE. ON TWO OCCASIONS I'VE TAKEN MY CAR IN FOR REPAIR SERVICE TO THEIR FIRST KIA DEALERSHIP IN SIMI VALLEY CA, AND BOTH TIMES THEY'VE REFUSED TO COMPLETE REPAIRS, SAYING THE MANUFACTURER'S REPAIR SERVERS WERE DOW...

Mileage: 140,000

AN ENGINE FIRE RECALL HAS ALREADY BEEN ISSUED RELATING TO FUEL AND OIL LEAKS FOR MY VEHICLE. ON TWO OCCASIONS I'VE TAKEN MY CAR IN FOR REPAIR SERVICE TO THEIR FIRST KIA DEALERSHIP IN SIMI VALLEY CA, AND BOTH TIMES THEY'VE REFUSED TO COMPLETE REPAIRS, SAYING THE MANUFACTURER'S REPAIR SERVERS WERE DOW...

Mileage: 140,000

THIS HAPPENED BACK IN JUNE OF 2019. I LEFT WORK NORMALLY AND NOT EVEN 2 MINUTES DOWN THE ROAD, MY CAR STARTED STRUGGLING TO MOVE FORWARD. IT WAS BUCKING AND COULD NOT ACCELERATE, BUT STILL TRYING TO GO FORWARD. THEN SUDDENLY IT STARTED MAKING A VERY LOUD TAPPING NOISE, STILL BUCKING AND THEN A LAR...

Mileage: 87,000

THIS HAPPENED BACK IN JUNE OF 2019. I LEFT WORK NORMALLY AND NOT EVEN 2 MINUTES DOWN THE ROAD, MY CAR STARTED STRUGGLING TO MOVE FORWARD. IT WAS BUCKING AND COULD NOT ACCELERATE, BUT STILL TRYING TO GO FORWARD. THEN SUDDENLY IT STARTED MAKING A VERY LOUD TAPPING NOISE, STILL BUCKING AND THEN A LAR...

Mileage: 87,000

TL* THE CONTACT'S MOTHER OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL CRANKING SOUND. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DISCOVERED THAT THE OIL LEVEL WAS EXTREMELY LOW. T...

MY CARS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN RECENTLY MY LOW OIL LIGHT INDICATOR HAS BEEN FLASHING. WE CHECKED THE OIL AND IT IS FINE. THEN ON APRIL 19 WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY CAR COMPLETELY STALLED OUT AND I HAD TO STEER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO SAFETY. I LOOKED AND ALL THE LIGHTS ARE ...

Mileage: 73,000

I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FOR MY ENGINE TELLING ME TO BRING IN MY VEHICLE IN TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT TO BE INSPECTED AND IF NECESSARY, REPAIRED OR REPLACED AT NO COST. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SHORTLY AFTER RECEIVING THIS LETTER WHICH PROMPTED ME TO BRING MY VEHICLE IN TO VAN NUYS KIA. LONG STO...

Mileage: 170,000

I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FOR MY ENGINE TELLING ME TO BRING IN MY VEHICLE IN TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT TO BE INSPECTED AND IF NECESSARY, REPAIRED OR REPLACED AT NO COST. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SHORTLY AFTER RECEIVING THIS LETTER WHICH PROMPTED ME TO BRING MY VEHICLE IN TO VAN NUYS KIA. LONG STO...

Mileage: 170,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE ENGINE WOULD RUN ROUGH AND WHITE SMOKE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE EXHAUST TAIL PIPES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC W...

Mileage: 159,000

MY CAR SHAKES WHEN YOU HIT THE BRAKES//DOESNT DRIVE SMOOTH AT ALL. SOMEHOW THE OIL LEAKS THROUGH THE RINGS IN THE ENGINE AND I CANNOT KEEP OIL IN IT. I REFILL THE WHOLE OIL CONTAINER AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH NOW AND PUT OIL STABILIZER IN IT. IF I GET AN OIL CHANGE, IT IS EMPTY THE NEXT WEEK.

Mileage: 120,000

MY CAR SHAKES WHEN YOU HIT THE BRAKES//DOESNT DRIVE SMOOTH AT ALL. SOMEHOW THE OIL LEAKS THROUGH THE RINGS IN THE ENGINE AND I CANNOT KEEP OIL IN IT. I REFILL THE WHOLE OIL CONTAINER AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH NOW AND PUT OIL STABILIZER IN IT. IF I GET AN OIL CHANGE, IT IS EMPTY THE NEXT WEEK.

Mileage: 120,000

MY CAR SHAKES WHEN YOU HIT THE BRAKES//DOESNT DRIVE SMOOTH AT ALL. SOMEHOW THE OIL LEAKS THROUGH THE RINGS IN THE ENGINE AND I CANNOT KEEP OIL IN IT. I REFILL THE WHOLE OIL CONTAINER AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH NOW AND PUT OIL STABILIZER IN IT. IF I GET AN OIL CHANGE, IT IS EMPTY THE NEXT WEEK.

Mileage: 120,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V750000 (ENGINE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HAGERSTOWN KIA (10307 AUTO PL, HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740, (301) 739-7283) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING THE ENGINE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPA...

Mileage: 166,000

I CAN NOT GET KIA DEALERSHIP TO HONOR THE CURRENT ENGINE NHTSA ENGINE RECALL FOR MY 2014 KIA FORTE! PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME!

Mileage: 124,000

MY CAR 2014 KIA FORTE EX 2.0L GDI ENGINE WAS UNDER RECALL. TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL AND DEALERSHIP SAID NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. ON THE WAY HOME FROM THERE THE CAR WENT INTO LIMP MODE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITH ENGINE CODE P1326 WHICH IS DUE TO ROD BEARINGS. (WHICH IS EXACTLY WHAT TH...

Mileage: 124,000

AT APPROXIMATELY 100K MILES IN 2018 CAR BEGAN CONSUMING WHAT I DEEMED MORE THAN NORMAL OIL BETWEEN 4000 MILE SERVICE INTERVALS AS WELL AS BEGAN A SLIGHT KNOCKING SOUND. KIA DEALERSHIP ATTRIBUTED THIS TO 100K MILES AND NORMAL ENGINE WEAR. KNOCKING WENT FROM SLIGHT IRRITATION TO SOMETHING IS SERIOUSLY...

Mileage: 155,000

MY VEHICLE BEGAN TICKING AND EMITTING LARGE CLOUDS OF SMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST. I RECEIVED A LETTER ADVISING ME THAT MY VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN A SAFETY RECALL. I TOOK IT TO ED VOYLES KIA IN CHAMBLEE, GA AND WAS TOLD THE ISSUES ARE NOT RELATED TO THE RECALL. I FIND THIS DIFFICULT TO BELIEVE. THE CAR HA...

Mileage: 150,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT EXCEED 40 MPH WITH THE SPEEDOMETER INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE HAZARD LIGHTS AND DROVE SLOWLY UNTIL THE VEHICLE REGAIN...

Mileage: 90,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT EXCEED 40 MPH WITH THE SPEEDOMETER INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE HAZARD LIGHTS AND DROVE SLOWLY UNTIL THE VEHICLE REGAIN...

Mileage: 90,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT EXCEED 40 MPH WITH THE SPEEDOMETER INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE HAZARD LIGHTS AND DROVE SLOWLY UNTIL THE VEHICLE REGAIN...

Mileage: 90,000

UNIVERSITY KIA IN WACO, TEXAS REFUSE TO RECALL 2014 KIA UNDER THE RECALL NOTICE ISSUED MARCH 9, 2021.

I HAVE BEEN TRYING RELENTLESSLY TO GET MY CAR IN FOR THE RECENT RECALL SINCE FEBRUARY 15, 2021. I HAVE MADE 3 APPOINTMENTS OVER THE SPAN OF A MONTH AND EVERY SINGLE TIME IT WAS RESCHEDULED. THEY ARE REFUSING TO REPAIR THE RECALL ON MY CAR. THIS IS A SERIOUS ISSUE WITH THE CAR AND I DO NOT FEEL SAFE ...

KIA FORTE IS BURNING OIL, BOUGHT CAR TO MECHANIC TO TRY AND LOCATE A LEAK, AND FIX WHAT ISSUE THE CAR MAY BE HAVING. A FEW DAYS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR TO THE MECHANICS WHICH THE GDI AND PCV VALVE WAS CHANGED AND/OR REPAIRED. HE NOTED THAT THE SPARK PLUGS WERE FOULED WITH OIL, AND THAT HE COULD NOT T...

Mileage: 154,000

KIA FORTE IS BURNING OIL, BOUGHT CAR TO MECHANIC TO TRY AND LOCATE A LEAK, AND FIX WHAT ISSUE THE CAR MAY BE HAVING. A FEW DAYS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR TO THE MECHANICS WHICH THE GDI AND PCV VALVE WAS CHANGED AND/OR REPAIRED. HE NOTED THAT THE SPARK PLUGS WERE FOULED WITH OIL, AND THAT HE COULD NOT T...

Mileage: 154,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, HE HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND A BURNING FUEL ODOR WAS DETECTED. NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH DAMAGE...

Mileage: 50,800

MY 2014 KIA FORTE WITH A 1.8 L ENGINE RANDOMLY STALL AND LOST ALL POWER WHILE DRIVING. OIL EMERGENCY LIGHT COMES ON. WE TOOK OUR 2014 KIA FORTE TO OUR MECHANIC. THEY DRAINED THE OIL AND FOUND METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL PANEL AND SAID WE NEED AN ENGINE REPLACEMENT. WE TOOK OUR VEHICLE THEN TO OUR LOCA...

Mileage: 112,000

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE AS I WAS DRIVING.

Mileage: 130,000

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE AS I WAS DRIVING.

Mileage: 130,000

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE AS I WAS DRIVING.

Mileage: 130,000

THE KIA WAS MOVING INTO THE CITY INTERSECTION AT A SLOW RATE OF SPEED WHEN A CHEVY BLAZER TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 60+ MPH HIT THE KIA, WITHOUT BREAKING AND RIPPED THE WHOLE FRONT END OFF. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THIS RESULTED IN INJURIES.*DT*JB

Mileage: 98,900

THE KIA WAS MOVING INTO THE CITY INTERSECTION AT A SLOW RATE OF SPEED WHEN A CHEVY BLAZER TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 60+ MPH HIT THE KIA, WITHOUT BREAKING AND RIPPED THE WHOLE FRONT END OFF. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THIS RESULTED IN INJURIES.*DT*JB

Mileage: 98,900

ON 2/19/2021 I WAS DRIVING ON THE HWY AND THE CAR WAS LOSING POWER. I DON'T DRIVE IT THAT MUCH SO WASN'T SURE IF IT WAS JUST ME. BUT AS I PULLED INTO A DRIVE THRU AND WAS COMING TO A STOP, THE CAR WAS IDLING A LITTLE ROUGH AND THE ENGINE WAS TICKING AND LIGHTLY KNOCKING. ALSO HERE IS A LIST OF CO...

Mileage: 111,000

ON 2/19/2021 I WAS DRIVING ON THE HWY AND THE CAR WAS LOSING POWER. I DON'T DRIVE IT THAT MUCH SO WASN'T SURE IF IT WAS JUST ME. BUT AS I PULLED INTO A DRIVE THRU AND WAS COMING TO A STOP, THE CAR WAS IDLING A LITTLE ROUGH AND THE ENGINE WAS TICKING AND LIGHTLY KNOCKING. ALSO HERE IS A LIST OF CO...

Mileage: 111,000

ON 2/19/2021 I WAS DRIVING ON THE HWY AND THE CAR WAS LOSING POWER. I DON'T DRIVE IT THAT MUCH SO WASN'T SURE IF IT WAS JUST ME. BUT AS I PULLED INTO A DRIVE THRU AND WAS COMING TO A STOP, THE CAR WAS IDLING A LITTLE ROUGH AND THE ENGINE WAS TICKING AND LIGHTLY KNOCKING. ALSO HERE IS A LIST OF CO...

Mileage: 111,000

THE CAR WAS HAVING SOME ... PAUSE, WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS SO IT WAS TAKEN TO A KIA DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTION SO WE PAID THE 200 PLUS DOLLARS TO GET IT FIXED, THIS HAPPEN ON A FRIDAY, AFTER THE FIX WE FEULED UP AND SATURDAY THE CAR WAS NOT USED ON SUNDAY MORNING GETTING TO CHUR...

Mileage: 50,000

THE CAR WAS HAVING SOME ... PAUSE, WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS SO IT WAS TAKEN TO A KIA DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTION SO WE PAID THE 200 PLUS DOLLARS TO GET IT FIXED, THIS HAPPEN ON A FRIDAY, AFTER THE FIX WE FEULED UP AND SATURDAY THE CAR WAS NOT USED ON SUNDAY MORNING GETTING TO CHUR...

Mileage: 50,000

THE CAR WAS HAVING SOME ... PAUSE, WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS SO IT WAS TAKEN TO A KIA DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTION SO WE PAID THE 200 PLUS DOLLARS TO GET IT FIXED, THIS HAPPEN ON A FRIDAY, AFTER THE FIX WE FEULED UP AND SATURDAY THE CAR WAS NOT USED ON SUNDAY MORNING GETTING TO CHUR...

Mileage: 50,000

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, I HAD TO BREAK DUE TO ANOTHER DRIVER'S DANGEROUS DRIVING. I HAD TO PUSH THE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD BREAK AS IF THE BREAKS WEREN'T EVEN THERE. THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED FROM GALEANA CHRYSLER JEEP KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED AT (180 GREYST...

Mileage: 155,755

I WAS DRIVING THE MOTOR JUST WENT OUT. I CHECK THE OIL IT WAS LEAKING OUT.

Mileage: 100

I WAS DRIVING THE MOTOR JUST WENT OUT. I CHECK THE OIL IT WAS LEAKING OUT.

Mileage: 100

I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK AND NOTICED MY CAR STARTED TO SHAKE/VIBRATE UNCONTROLLABLY WHILE DRIVING. IT WOULDN'T LET ME ACCELERATE PAST 40MPH. IT STOPPED WHEN AT A STANDSTILL. SMELLED AN ODOR COMING FROM THE CAR. I CALLED KIA AND TOLD THEM WHAT HAS HAPPENED. CAR WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER AND I'M ...

Mileage: 145,550

I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK AND NOTICED MY CAR STARTED TO SHAKE/VIBRATE UNCONTROLLABLY WHILE DRIVING. IT WOULDN'T LET ME ACCELERATE PAST 40MPH. IT STOPPED WHEN AT A STANDSTILL. SMELLED AN ODOR COMING FROM THE CAR. I CALLED KIA AND TOLD THEM WHAT HAS HAPPENED. CAR WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER AND I'M ...

Mileage: 145,550

TRUNK'S PUSH-BUTTON RUBBER COVERING CRUMBLED OFF OVER THE COURSE OF A YEAR AND THE TRUNK HASN'T OPENED SINCE. THERE IS NO OTHER WAY TO OPEN MY TRUNK. I AM UNABLE TO CHANGE MY TIRE OR GET MY TIRE REPAIR KIT IN THE EVENT OF A FLAT BECAUSE ALL OF THE MATERIALS ARE IN THE COMPARTMENT UNDER THE TRUNK'S C...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE VIBRATED ABNORMALLY. DURING THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER STEERING ASSIST AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND OIL LIG...

Mileage: 86,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE VIBRATED ABNORMALLY. DURING THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER STEERING ASSIST AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND OIL LIG...

Mileage: 86,000

THE 2014 KIA FORTE EX HAS ALWAYS HAD OIL CHANGES ON TIME AT ABOUT EVERY 3000 MILES. THE CAR HAS ALWAYS BEEN OPERATED IN A RESPECTFUL MANNER AS MUCH MONEY WAS SPENT BUYING THE CAR. NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR UNTIL RECENTLY STARTED TO VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY AT IDLE, THEN STARTED TO MAKE A NOCKIN...

Mileage: 69,000

BEFORE EXITING BUT DURING DEPARTURE OF PARKING LOT FOR APARTMENT BUILDING KEEPING BRAKE PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED WITH TRANSMISSION GEARED IN REVERSE THE VEHICLE QUICKLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TOOK OFF AND SPED OUT OF CONTROL BACKWARDS UNTIL STOPPED BY SUDDEN IMPACT WITH A TREE RESULTING IN NUMEROUS BODILY IN...

BEFORE EXITING BUT DURING DEPARTURE OF PARKING LOT FOR APARTMENT BUILDING KEEPING BRAKE PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED WITH TRANSMISSION GEARED IN REVERSE THE VEHICLE QUICKLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TOOK OFF AND SPED OUT OF CONTROL BACKWARDS UNTIL STOPPED BY SUDDEN IMPACT WITH A TREE RESULTING IN NUMEROUS BODILY IN...

BEFORE EXITING BUT DURING DEPARTURE OF PARKING LOT FOR APARTMENT BUILDING KEEPING BRAKE PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED WITH TRANSMISSION GEARED IN REVERSE THE VEHICLE QUICKLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TOOK OFF AND SPED OUT OF CONTROL BACKWARDS UNTIL STOPPED BY SUDDEN IMPACT WITH A TREE RESULTING IN NUMEROUS BODILY IN...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING AN ENGINE ROD ...

Mileage: 78,000

PURCHASED ON JUNE 27 2019. 3 WEEKS LATER I STOPPED BY DEALERSHIP FOR ASSISTANCE IT'S BEEN A NIGHTMARE SINCE. CAR HAD BEEN CONSUMING OIL AND I'VE SPENT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FOR REPAIRS. JUST HAD MASTER MECHANIC REPLACING CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND IT'S ALREADY PLUGGED. KAY ON BOTH ACCOUNTS ASSURED ME NO...

Mileage: 131,700

PURCHASED ON JUNE 27 2019. 3 WEEKS LATER I STOPPED BY DEALERSHIP FOR ASSISTANCE IT'S BEEN A NIGHTMARE SINCE. CAR HAD BEEN CONSUMING OIL AND I'VE SPENT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FOR REPAIRS. JUST HAD MASTER MECHANIC REPLACING CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND IT'S ALREADY PLUGGED. KAY ON BOTH ACCOUNTS ASSURED ME NO...

Mileage: 131,700

PURCHASED ON JUNE 27 2019. 3 WEEKS LATER I STOPPED BY DEALERSHIP FOR ASSISTANCE IT'S BEEN A NIGHTMARE SINCE. CAR HAD BEEN CONSUMING OIL AND I'VE SPENT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FOR REPAIRS. JUST HAD MASTER MECHANIC REPLACING CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND IT'S ALREADY PLUGGED. KAY ON BOTH ACCOUNTS ASSURED ME NO...

Mileage: 131,700

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH THE CHECK ENGINE AND LOW OIL LIGHTS HAD ILLUMINATED BEFORE THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE HOME. THE NEXT DAY WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE ENGINE, SMOKE AND FLAMES WERE PRESENT COMING...

Mileage: 204,000

I REPLACED MY CATALYC CONVERTER IN JULY, WAS INFORMED THERE WAS AN INTERNAL OIL LEAK FROM THE ENGINE CAUSING THE CATALYC TO CLOG AND CAR LOSE POWER. REPLACED THE WHOLE THING OVER $2000. NOW EXPERIENCING THE SAME THING AGAIN. THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER WHEN ACCELERATED. AS WELL CAN SMELL THE OIL BURNIN...

I REPLACED MY CATALYC CONVERTER IN JULY, WAS INFORMED THERE WAS AN INTERNAL OIL LEAK FROM THE ENGINE CAUSING THE CATALYC TO CLOG AND CAR LOSE POWER. REPLACED THE WHOLE THING OVER $2000. NOW EXPERIENCING THE SAME THING AGAIN. THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER WHEN ACCELERATED. AS WELL CAN SMELL THE OIL BURNIN...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A F...

Mileage: 100,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HER FIANC WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, WHEN HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND STARTED TO NOTICE A "BURNING" SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PARK AT A NEAR PARKING LOT AND INSPEC...

Mileage: 114,000

I'VE HAD THE CAR FOR ALMOST 3 YEARS AND NEVER HAD ANY MAJOR PROBLEMS AND KEPT UP ON THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND ONE DAY I DROVE IT TO THE STORE AND BACK HOME WENT TO GET BACK IN LATER ABOUT A HOUR OR SO NEVER STARTED AGAIN. SO I CALLED MY ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND HAD MY 2014 KIA FORTE TOWED TO A REPA...

Mileage: 123,434

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE SWITCHED THE HI-BEAM LIGHTS ON TO DRIVE AT NIGHT AT 60 MPH THE ENTIRE LIGHTING SYSTEM INCLUDING THE HI-BEAMS WOULD FLICKER ON AND OFF. THE LIGHTING SYSTEM WOULD ALSO GO ON AND OFF WHEN THE CONTACT TURNS THE STEERING WHEEL. THE L...

Mileage: 57,700

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED FOR A SPLIT SECOND. A MILE DOWN THE ROAD, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD AS AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS PRESENT. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR P...

Mileage: 124,000

MY VEHICLE WAS SOLD TO ME UNDER A WARRANTY. UPON DRIVING THE ENGINE LOST ALL POWER. WOULD NOT RESTART. ENGINE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BY KIA. AS WELL AS A REPLACEMENT OIL PAN RANDOMLY. MY LONG TIME MECHANIC SAID THE OIL PAN WASN'T NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 1ST REPLACEMENT ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE. IN TOT...

Mileage: 87,800

MY VEHICLE WAS SOLD TO ME UNDER A WARRANTY. UPON DRIVING THE ENGINE LOST ALL POWER. WOULD NOT RESTART. ENGINE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BY KIA. AS WELL AS A REPLACEMENT OIL PAN RANDOMLY. MY LONG TIME MECHANIC SAID THE OIL PAN WASN'T NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 1ST REPLACEMENT ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE. IN TOT...

Mileage: 87,800

MY VEHICLE WAS SOLD TO ME UNDER A WARRANTY. UPON DRIVING THE ENGINE LOST ALL POWER. WOULD NOT RESTART. ENGINE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE BY KIA. AS WELL AS A REPLACEMENT OIL PAN RANDOMLY. MY LONG TIME MECHANIC SAID THE OIL PAN WASN'T NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. 1ST REPLACEMENT ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE. IN TOT...

Mileage: 87,800

SEAT AIR BAG DETECTION IS ON, WENT OFF THEN CAME BACK ON

Mileage: 98,000

SEAT AIR BAG DETECTION IS ON, WENT OFF THEN CAME BACK ON

Mileage: 98,000

I MADE TWO APPOINTMENTS BACK TO BACK TO VAN NUYS KIA TO BE BRUSHED OFF THE FIRST TIME. SECOND TIME I GET THERE AND THEY SAY RECALL IS PENDING SO I NEED TO WAIT. MY TIME WAS WAISTED BOTH TIMES I DROVE MORE THAN HALF AN HOUR BACK AND FORTH

IN JUNE OF 2019, I HAD TO REPLACE THE ENGINE IN MY 2014 KIA FORTE. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WAS DUE TO COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE AND WHEN HE REMOVED THE OLD ENGINE METAL FRAGMENTS AND PIECES WERE FOUND IN THE OIL PAN WHERE THE ENGINE WAS LITERALLY FALLING APART. THIS COST ME A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF MONEY T...

Mileage: 14,000

I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WHERE THE EMISSION LEAK IS IN MY CAR. I HAVE ONE AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT IS A RECALL OR WHERE IT IS AT OR HOW MUCH IT WILL COST THE REPAIR MAY COST. I HAVE 93 THOUSAND MILES AWAY N IT, AND I HAVE ALREADY HAD THE GAS CAP CHANGE 2 WEEKS AGO ON MY VEHICLE. PLEASE HELP ME WITH THI...

Mileage: 93,000

CAR HAS BEEN SERVICED REGULARLY AND HAS ONLY 120000 MILES ON IT AND THE ENGINE HAS STARTED TICKING. THE ENGINES BEARING ARE WORN OUT. THIS IS NOT TYPICAL FOR A CAR AT 120,000 MILES ON IT.

Mileage: 120,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT HAD REMAINED ILLUMINATED FROM TWO PREVIOUS ACCIDENTS IN 2014 AND 2015 IN WHICH NEITHER AIR BAGS HAD DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT A DEFECTIVE CLOCKSPRING CAUSED THE AIR BAGS TO NOT DEPLOY IN THE CRASHES. T...

Mileage: 40,000

GOOD DAY, I OWN A 2014 KIA FORTE EX . THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED FROM GALEANA CHRYSLER JEEP KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED AT (180 GREYSTONE BLVD. COLUMBIA, SC 29210). THE REASON FOR THIS LETTER IS TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE REGARDING THE KIA FIRE RECALL ARTICLE THAT DID NOT INCLUDE THE FORTE MODEL WIT...

Mileage: 155,000

GOOD DAY, I OWN A 2014 KIA FORTE EX . THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED FROM GALEANA CHRYSLER JEEP KIA DEALERSHIP LOCATED AT (180 GREYSTONE BLVD. COLUMBIA, SC 29210). THE REASON FOR THIS LETTER IS TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE REGARDING THE KIA FIRE RECALL ARTICLE THAT DID NOT INCLUDE THE FORTE MODEL WIT...

Mileage: 155,000

WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD OUR KIA MOTOR STARTED TO KNOCK. A LOUD CLUNKING SOUND ENSUED AND IT STRUGGLED TO WORK. WE BROUGHT IT TO KIA AND THEY SAID WE NEEDED A NEW MOTOR THAT COST 4700. THIS CAR IS LESS THAN 7 YEARS OLD WITH GREAT CARE. MILLIONS OF OTHER KIAS HAVE HAD THE SAME ISSUE AND RECALLS HAV...

Mileage: 118,000

THE SEAT BELT LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STAY ON EVEN IF NOBODY IS IN THE SEAT. IT WILL SHUT OFF RANDOMLY AND WILL COME BACK ON A FEW MINUTES LATER. THE LIGHT LOOKS LIKE SOMEBODY SITTING IN THE SEAT WITH A BUCKLE ON.

Mileage: 125,000

THE SEAT BELT LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STAY ON EVEN IF NOBODY IS IN THE SEAT. IT WILL SHUT OFF RANDOMLY AND WILL COME BACK ON A FEW MINUTES LATER. THE LIGHT LOOKS LIKE SOMEBODY SITTING IN THE SEAT WITH A BUCKLE ON.

Mileage: 125,000

DRIVING MY KIA FORTE 2014 ON THE FREEWAY, AS I WOULD ACCELERATE MY CAR WOULD HESITATE. I STARTED TO ACCELERATE MORE AND IT WOULD SLOWLY DIE DOWN UNTIL IT COMPLETELY STOPPED. BEFORE THIS INCIDENT IT WOULD COMPLETELY TURN OFF AT STOP LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS. I GOT IT DIAGNOSED AND ITS THE CATALYTIC CONVE...

Mileage: 124,997

DRIVING MY KIA FORTE 2014 ON THE FREEWAY, AS I WOULD ACCELERATE MY CAR WOULD HESITATE. I STARTED TO ACCELERATE MORE AND IT WOULD SLOWLY DIE DOWN UNTIL IT COMPLETELY STOPPED. BEFORE THIS INCIDENT IT WOULD COMPLETELY TURN OFF AT STOP LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS. I GOT IT DIAGNOSED AND ITS THE CATALYTIC CONVE...

Mileage: 124,997

DRIVING MY KIA FORTE 2014 ON THE FREEWAY, AS I WOULD ACCELERATE MY CAR WOULD HESITATE. I STARTED TO ACCELERATE MORE AND IT WOULD SLOWLY DIE DOWN UNTIL IT COMPLETELY STOPPED. BEFORE THIS INCIDENT IT WOULD COMPLETELY TURN OFF AT STOP LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS. I GOT IT DIAGNOSED AND ITS THE CATALYTIC CONVE...

Mileage: 124,997

AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF FOR FEW WEEKS FINALLY RESTING TO STEADY ON. THERE IS NO CRASH CASE AT ALL. STEERING WHEEL MAKES KNOCKING SOUND WHEN ROTATED WHILE THE CAR IS NOT MOVING.

Mileage: 179,340

AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF FOR FEW WEEKS FINALLY RESTING TO STEADY ON. THERE IS NO CRASH CASE AT ALL. STEERING WHEEL MAKES KNOCKING SOUND WHEN ROTATED WHILE THE CAR IS NOT MOVING.

Mileage: 179,340

I WOKE UP ONE DAY AND WENT TO HEAD OVER TO MY BUDDIES HOUSE. IT WAS A FIFTEEN MINUTE DRIVE AND WHEN I GOT THERE I TOLD HIM MY CAR STARTED SOUNDING FUNNY ON THE WAY OVER. THE OIL WAS GOOD AND EVERYTHING ELSE SO WE TOOK IT FOR A DRIVE DOWN THE STREET SO HE COULD LISTEN TO IT. WE GOT TO THE LIGHT A HAL...

Mileage: 74,000

THE RADIO TURNS IT'S SELF ON AND OFF. ONE MINUTE THE HORN IS WORKING THE NEXT MINUTE THE HORN IS NOT WORKING. THE HORN WORKS WHEN IT WANTS TO WORK. THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON OUT OF NOWHERE THE CAR WAS NOT IN A WRECK OR ANYTHING OF THAT NATURE. SAME WITH THE BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. IF YOU USE T...

THE RADIO TURNS IT'S SELF ON AND OFF. ONE MINUTE THE HORN IS WORKING THE NEXT MINUTE THE HORN IS NOT WORKING. THE HORN WORKS WHEN IT WANTS TO WORK. THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON OUT OF NOWHERE THE CAR WAS NOT IN A WRECK OR ANYTHING OF THAT NATURE. SAME WITH THE BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. IF YOU USE T...

THE RADIO TURNS IT'S SELF ON AND OFF. ONE MINUTE THE HORN IS WORKING THE NEXT MINUTE THE HORN IS NOT WORKING. THE HORN WORKS WHEN IT WANTS TO WORK. THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON OUT OF NOWHERE THE CAR WAS NOT IN A WRECK OR ANYTHING OF THAT NATURE. SAME WITH THE BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. IF YOU USE T...

THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON. I'VE CHECKED AND THERE ARE NO ERROR CODES. CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO DO NOT WORK AND ARE UNRESPONSIVE. THE CRUISE CONTROL SETTINGS ARE UNRELIABLE AND CAN LEAD TO POTENTIAL SAFETY PROBLEMS. AFTER SOME RESEARCH IT APPEARS TO BE A DEFECTIVE CLOCK SPRING. KIA SHOUL...

Mileage: 65,000

THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON. I'VE CHECKED AND THERE ARE NO ERROR CODES. CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO DO NOT WORK AND ARE UNRESPONSIVE. THE CRUISE CONTROL SETTINGS ARE UNRELIABLE AND CAN LEAD TO POTENTIAL SAFETY PROBLEMS. AFTER SOME RESEARCH IT APPEARS TO BE A DEFECTIVE CLOCK SPRING. KIA SHOUL...

Mileage: 65,000

THERE IS A NOTICEABLE NOISE EACH TIME WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL BOTH AT REST AND IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE AND STEERING WHEEL HAS EXCESSIVE VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING. THERE IS ALSO EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE SUSPECTED PROBLEM IS A FAILURE OF THE FLEXIBLE COUPLING IN THE STEERING COL...

Mileage: 65,000

AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. SOMETIMES GOES OFF, BUT THEN COMES ON AGAIN. NOW IT IS MOSTLY ON.

Mileage: 90,000

MY 2014 KIA FORTE HAS STARTED MAKING A CLICKING/POPPING NOISE WHEN I AM TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. IT SOUNDS LIKE THE STEERING WHEEL IS GONNA COME OFF OF THE STEERING COLUMN WHERE IT LOCKS, AND I AM AFRAID IT IS GONNA LOCK UP ON ME DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. IT CLICKS/POPS WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY ...

Mileage: 105,000

MY ANTENNA SHARK FIN FELL OFF MY CAR WHILE DRIVING. LUCKILY IT DID NOT HIT A VEHICLE BEHIND ME; HOWEVER, THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO SOMEONE ELSE HAD IT HIT THEM OR THEIR WINDSHIELD. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE.

Mileage: 75,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A RATTLING NOISE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEY THEN HEARD A LOUD POP SOUND COME FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. T...

Mileage: 55,000

PURCHASED A 2014 KIA FORTE FROM A NEW/USED AUTO DEALERSHIP IN LATE JUNE 2020. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN RECENTLY SERVICED BY THE DEALERSHIP AT THE TIME OF SALE.ON AUGUST 2ND, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO KNOCK AND THE CHECK OIL LIGHT TURNED ON SPORADICALLY A TWO OR THREE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF ABOUT A TEN MINUT...

Mileage: 132,000

ENGINE HAS BEEN USING OIL FOR LAST 15 TO 20,000 MILES APPROXIMATELY 1 QUART EVERY THOUSAND MILES. ENGINE STARTED TO KNOCK ABOUT 120000 MILES. OIL CHANGED RELIGIOUSLY EVERY 3 TO 4000 MILES. I I'M A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC AND ENGINE MACHINIST DISASSEMBLED THE ENGINE FOUND CONTAMINATION IN BEARINGS, MA...

Mileage: 143,000

I WAS DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET WHEN THE OIL LIGHT TURNED ON FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS THEN TURNED OFF FOR ROUGHTLY 30 SECONDS TURNED BACK ON THEN ALL LIGHTS FLASHED ON AND THE VEHICLE DIED. I HAD TO GET IT TOWED TO A SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME IT WOULD NEED A ENGINE REPLACMENT. I CALLED KIA AND THEY TOLD ME...

Mileage: 130,000

I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 50 MPH AND RPMS WERE JUMPING TO 5&6 FOR NO REASON. THE ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING, SO I PULLED OVER & THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. MECHANIC SAYS ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO A BROKEN ROD ON CYLINDER 3. *TR

Mileage: 160,000

I OWN A 2014 KIA FORTE EX.. WHEN I FIRST GOT MY CAR I NOTICE A LIGHTLY TICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE A LOT OF PEOPLE TOLD ME THE TICKING SOUND WAS NORMAL ON NEW ENGINES . IT SEEMS TO GET A BIT LOUDER AS TIME WHEN IN.. MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE DRIVING WHEN WE NOTICE THE SOUND GOT MUCH LOUDER AND...

Mileage: 158,000

I OWN A 2014 KIA FORTE EX.. WHEN I FIRST GOT MY CAR I NOTICE A LIGHTLY TICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE A LOT OF PEOPLE TOLD ME THE TICKING SOUND WAS NORMAL ON NEW ENGINES . IT SEEMS TO GET A BIT LOUDER AS TIME WHEN IN.. MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE DRIVING WHEN WE NOTICE THE SOUND GOT MUCH LOUDER AND...

Mileage: 158,000

I OWN A 2014 KIA FORTE EX.. WHEN I FIRST GOT MY CAR I NOTICE A LIGHTLY TICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE A LOT OF PEOPLE TOLD ME THE TICKING SOUND WAS NORMAL ON NEW ENGINES . IT SEEMS TO GET A BIT LOUDER AS TIME WHEN IN.. MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE DRIVING WHEN WE NOTICE THE SOUND GOT MUCH LOUDER AND...

Mileage: 158,000

WHEN DRIVING THE CAR SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING ANYWHERE. I HAVE TO PUT OIL IN THE CAR ALMOST EACH TIME I GET GAS. THERE IS KNOCKING IN THE ENGINE WHEN I TURN THE CAR ON. CAR FAILS TO START FROM TIME TO TIME. *TR

Mileage: 70,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE FAILED AND THE AIR BAGS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS IN...

Mileage: 123,000

THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE HORN AS WELL AS THE STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS HAVE ALL STOPPED WORKING. I WAS TOLD THAT A SPRING CLOCK NEEDS TO BE REPLACED SOMEWHERE BUT I BOUGHT THE CAR BRAND NEW AND ITS ONLY 6 YEARS OLD. ALSO MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER WENT OUT AND MY CAR IS BURNING FUEL AND OR OIL AND...

Mileage: 140,000

THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE HORN AS WELL AS THE STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS HAVE ALL STOPPED WORKING. I WAS TOLD THAT A SPRING CLOCK NEEDS TO BE REPLACED SOMEWHERE BUT I BOUGHT THE CAR BRAND NEW AND ITS ONLY 6 YEARS OLD. ALSO MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER WENT OUT AND MY CAR IS BURNING FUEL AND OR OIL AND...

Mileage: 140,000

MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS ALL ARE NOT DOING WHAT THEY ARE INTENDED TO DO. I DID A GOOGLE SEARCH AND IT IS SAYING THE CLOCK SPRING. IT ALSO STATES THAT THEY ARE MADE TO LAST A LIFE TIME OF THE VEHICLE. I TOOK IT TO TOWBIN KIA IN HENDERSON NV. THEY CONFIRMED IT IS BA...

Mileage: 83,000

MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS ALL ARE NOT DOING WHAT THEY ARE INTENDED TO DO. I DID A GOOGLE SEARCH AND IT IS SAYING THE CLOCK SPRING. IT ALSO STATES THAT THEY ARE MADE TO LAST A LIFE TIME OF THE VEHICLE. I TOOK IT TO TOWBIN KIA IN HENDERSON NV. THEY CONFIRMED IT IS BA...

Mileage: 83,000

MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS ALL ARE NOT DOING WHAT THEY ARE INTENDED TO DO. I DID A GOOGLE SEARCH AND IT IS SAYING THE CLOCK SPRING. IT ALSO STATES THAT THEY ARE MADE TO LAST A LIFE TIME OF THE VEHICLE. I TOOK IT TO TOWBIN KIA IN HENDERSON NV. THEY CONFIRMED IT IS BA...

Mileage: 83,000

WHILE IN MOTION, ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS ON ONE DRIVE, THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REMAINED ACTIVE. ALL THREE TIMES THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE ACCELERATING. ONCE AFTER SLOWLY GOING OVER RAILROAD TRACKS. ONCE AFTER BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY AND GIVING GAS A...

Mileage: 93,000

WHILE IN MOTION, ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS ON ONE DRIVE, THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REMAINED ACTIVE. ALL THREE TIMES THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE ACCELERATING. ONCE AFTER SLOWLY GOING OVER RAILROAD TRACKS. ONCE AFTER BACKING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY AND GIVING GAS A...

Mileage: 93,000

ENGINE HAS A KNOCKING NOISE AT 88,000 MILES. KIA SAYS A NEW ENGINE IS NEEDED AND NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THIS IS THE SAME ENGINE AND ISSUE THAT HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR KIA OPTIMA'S.

Mileage: 88,000

AS THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES, A LOUD TICKING NOISE BECOMES EVIDENT. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING AND IN DRIVE, IT DOES NOT MAKE A NOISE WHEN GIVEN GAS IN PARK. I TOOK MY CAR IN TO A MECHANIC TODAY AND THEY TOLD ME I WOULD NEED AN ENTIRELY NEW ENGINE EVEN THOUGH IT'S A 2014 WITH ONL...

Mileage: 80,000

I STARTED THE CAR ONE DAY AND IT STARTED IDLING ROUGH AND SMOKING. WE CHECKED THE OIL AND IT WAS A QUART AND A HALF LOW. IT WAS NOT LEAKING OIL. ONCE WE ADDED OIL, IT NO LONGER IDLED ROUGH OR SMOKED. BUT NOW IT HAS A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE WHEN I ACCELERATE. IT ALSO STARTED LOOSING PO...

Mileage: 62,000

I STARTED THE CAR ONE DAY AND IT STARTED IDLING ROUGH AND SMOKING. WE CHECKED THE OIL AND IT WAS A QUART AND A HALF LOW. IT WAS NOT LEAKING OIL. ONCE WE ADDED OIL, IT NO LONGER IDLED ROUGH OR SMOKED. BUT NOW IT HAS A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE WHEN I ACCELERATE. IT ALSO STARTED LOOSING PO...

Mileage: 62,000

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE BEGAN IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE GOING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. SMOKE WAS NOTICED FIRST AND THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AT WHICH TIME THE VEHICLE WAS EXITED AND FLAMES BEGAN CONSUMING THE VEHICLE.

Mileage: 117,572

THE CAR HAS BEEN MAKING A FLUTTERING NOISE FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC LAST WEEK WHEN THE CAR DRAGGED AFTER STOPPING, AND IT SEEMED THAT IT MIGHT STALL OUT. MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, AND COULD GO AT ANY TIME.

Mileage: 52,780

THE ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING AND PINGING. STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND IS NOW KNOCKING REALLY BAD. 75K MILES - RUNNING FIN TWO DAYS AGO, HAVE ALL OF MY OIL CHANGES UP TO DATE.

Mileage: 75,000

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR STARTED TO SHAKE AS WELL AS FLASHING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY.

Mileage: 86,800

THE CAR IN QUESTION IS A 2014 WITH ABOUT 160K MILES, BOUGHT USED ON 12/2019 FROM DEALER WHO SOLD IT TO PREVIOUS OWNER. LOW OIL LIGHT WAS FLICKERING. CHECKED LEVEL AND NOTHING SHOWED ON DIPSTICK, DESPITE OIL CHANGE AT DEALER BEFORE PURCHASE. ADDED A QUART AND DECIDED TO GO TO OIL CHANGE PLACE. WHILE ...

Mileage: 164,000

ENGINE FAILING. CYLINDER #3 IS MAKING NOISE. NO NOISE WHEN SWITCHED OFF. INTERNAL PART HAS BEGUN TO FAIL; DEALER RECOMMENDS THAT REPLACE ENGINE. NO KIA WARRANTY COVERAGE BECAUSE WE ARE SECOND OWNERS.

Mileage: 86,000

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND GEICO CAN COMMUNICATE THIS. MY VEHICLE HAS SINCE BEEN REPAIRED DUE TO THE ACCIDENT. IN 2018 I TRIED TO COMMUNICATE WITH THE MANUFACTURER CONCERNING THE RECALL.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THEY NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE V PORT WHERE THE VEHICLE CHARGED FROM. THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF ONCE HE NOTICED THE SMOKE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL SEATS WERE BURNED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT...

Mileage: 39,483

AS THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES, A LOUD TICKING NOISE BECOMES EVIDENT. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING AND IN DRIVE, IT DOES NOT MAKE A NOISE WHEN GIVEN GAS IN PARK. AFTER MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUE WITH 2014 FORTE GDI ENGINES AND THE FACT THAT THE 2014 FORTES WERE NOT INCLUDE...

Mileage: 61,000

AS THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES, A LOUD TICKING NOISE BECOMES EVIDENT. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING AND IN DRIVE, IT DOES NOT MAKE A NOISE WHEN GIVEN GAS IN PARK. AFTER MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUE WITH 2014 FORTE GDI ENGINES AND THE FACT THAT THE 2014 FORTES WERE NOT INCLUDE...

Mileage: 61,000

I PURCHASED MY 2014 KIA FORTE EX USED WITH 96,000 MILES. IT HAD A CLEAN CARFAX REPORT AND RAN GREAT FOR THE FIRST 4.000 MILES. THE ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING WITH ABOUT 100,000 MILES. THE CAR CONTINUED TO KNOCK SO I TOOK CAR TO MY MECHANIC. HE STATED ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. HE SUGGESTED TO TAKE T...

Mileage: 100,000

AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASHBOARD CAME ON AND RANDOMLY COMES ON AND OFF. SOMETIMES WHEN I JUST START IT IT WILL COME ON AND THEN GO OFF. CALLED DEALERSHIP TO ASK IF ANY RECALLS ABOUT THE ISSUE AND THEY SAID NONE. SCARED THAT AIRBAG MIGHT GO OFF RANDOMLY OR NOT WORK AT ALL. READ THAT OTHER YEARS HAVE HAD SAM...

Mileage: 83,400

AIRBAG LIGHT FOR PASSENGER COMES ON AND OFF WITH OR WITHOUT A PASSENGER SITTING IN THE SEAT. AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE DRIVER IS ON NOW, AS WELL AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. THE STEERING WHEEL KNOCKS WHEN THE CAR IS MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN AND THE HORN HAS NOW STOPPED WORKING BECAUSE SOMETHING IS IN THE WA...

AIRBAG LIGHT FOR PASSENGER COMES ON AND OFF WITH OR WITHOUT A PASSENGER SITTING IN THE SEAT. AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE DRIVER IS ON NOW, AS WELL AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. THE STEERING WHEEL KNOCKS WHEN THE CAR IS MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN AND THE HORN HAS NOW STOPPED WORKING BECAUSE SOMETHING IS IN THE WA...

AIRBAG LIGHT FOR PASSENGER COMES ON AND OFF WITH OR WITHOUT A PASSENGER SITTING IN THE SEAT. AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE DRIVER IS ON NOW, AS WELL AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. THE STEERING WHEEL KNOCKS WHEN THE CAR IS MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN AND THE HORN HAS NOW STOPPED WORKING BECAUSE SOMETHING IS IN THE WA...

IN OCTOBER 2019 I BEGAN EXPERIENCING ENGINE ISSUES AND ON 11/16/19 I HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE ENGINE OF MY 5 DOOR 2014 KIA FORTE AT NIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY ROAD FM528 IN FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS. I HAD TO TOW THE VEHICLE 3 TIMES AT THE COST OF APPROX. $80 PER TOW AND SPENT AN ADDITIONAL $1...

Mileage: 88,000

ON JULY 17,2019 MY KIA FORTE 2014 STOP ON I-75 NORTHBOUND IN PERRY, GA WITH A 18 WHEELER ON MY TAIL @80MPH. I HAD NO POWER IT JUST CUT OFF. THIS WAS AFTER A OIL CHANGE @ WALMART IN CORDELE, GA 13 DAYS EARLIER THERE WAS NO OIL AND IT HAD RUN OUT FROM THE FILTER. BOTH ASE CERTIFIED MECHANIC @ HUTCHINS...

Mileage: 150,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING, A TICKING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE, AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND ALMOST STALLED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ALM KIA SOUTH (4310 JONESBORO RD, UNION CITY, GA 30291, (678) 827-8900) FOR AN OIL CHANGE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A NEW...

Mileage: 94,000

MY VEHICLES STEERING COUPLING PINGS AND SOUNDS LIKE IT'S COME LOOSE OR BROKEN. SAME ISSUE HAPPENED TO ANOTHER KIA IN THE FAMILY A 2012 KIA SOUL MY BROTHER IN LAW OWNS. THAT KIA HAD A RECALL FOR THE STEERING COUPLING, THE 2014 KIA FORTE DOES'NT HAVE THIS FOR A RECALL YET BY KIA. I CONTACTED KIA COMPL...

Mileage: 60,000

RECALL NUMBER 17V773 HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON MY VEHICLE BUT THE PROBLEMS STILL PERSIST.

Mileage: 51,000

RECALL NUMBER 17V773 HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON MY VEHICLE BUT THE PROBLEMS STILL PERSIST.

Mileage: 51,000

THE DRIVER SIDE TAILLIGHTS KEEP BLOWING OUT. REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE 3 TIMES IN LESS THAN A YEAR. THEY HAVE BULB GREASE AND ARE NOT MELTED. THEN THE SAME SIDE BRAKE LIGHTS GO OUT. THE DRIVER SIDE LED HEADLIGHT DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS ALSO OUT. FUSES HAVE BEEN CHECKED.

Mileage: 98,000

ENGINE FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS AND HAD A STRONG BURNING ODOR,AFTER RESEARCHING GDI ENGINE IN THIS MODEL AND OTHER KIA MODELS THE PROBLEMS WERE SIMULAR EXCEPT FOR RECALL ON THE FORTE MODEL

Mileage: 154,336

ENGINE FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING LIGHTS AND HAD A STRONG BURNING ODOR,AFTER RESEARCHING GDI ENGINE IN THIS MODEL AND OTHER KIA MODELS THE PROBLEMS WERE SIMULAR EXCEPT FOR RECALL ON THE FORTE MODEL

Mileage: 154,336

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, ENGINE DIED AND THEN RESTARTED. THE CAR ENGINE STARTED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE AND IT WOULD NO LONGER SHIFT, SO MANUALLY SHIFTED AND THE ENGINE TEMP GAUGE BEGAN TO RISE SO, PULLED OVER AND SHUT THE ENGINE OFF AND CALLED AAA TO TOW THE CAR TO A DEALER. KIA DEALER ADVISED T...

Mileage: 133,863

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MILES PER HOUR, MY CAR SHUT OFF AND ALL THE LIGHT ON THE DASH BOARD WENT OUT AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. I TRY TO RESTART MY CAR AND IT WOULD NOT START AGAIN. AS I GOT IT OFF THE ROAD, I TRY TO RESTART THE CAR WITH NO LUCK AND WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE EN...

Mileage: 98,212

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MILES PER HOUR, MY CAR SHUT OFF AND ALL THE LIGHT ON THE DASH BOARD WENT OUT AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. I TRY TO RESTART MY CAR AND IT WOULD NOT START AGAIN. AS I GOT IT OFF THE ROAD, I TRY TO RESTART THE CAR WITH NO LUCK AND WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE EN...

Mileage: 98,212

WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MILES PER HOUR, MY CAR SHUT OFF AND ALL THE LIGHT ON THE DASH BOARD WENT OUT AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. I TRY TO RESTART MY CAR AND IT WOULD NOT START AGAIN. AS I GOT IT OFF THE ROAD, I TRY TO RESTART THE CAR WITH NO LUCK AND WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE EN...

Mileage: 98,212

AFTER REPAIRING MY CAR THE FIRST TIME 3 MONTHS AGO FOR SOME MAJOR CATALYTIC CONVERTER ISSUES CAUSING THE CAR NOT TO RUN, MY CAR HAS NOW COMPLETELY SEIZED UP. SINCE MY CAR HAS HIT 120K MILES IT HAS BEEN CONSUMING AN ALARMING AMOUNT OF OIL. THERE WERE NO LEAKS THAT COULD BE IDENTIFIED AND NO MAJOR ISS...

Mileage: 137,000

CAR HAD BEGAN BURNING THROUGH OIL RAPIDLY BUT UPON INSPECTION AT OIL CHANGES, NO LEAK OR CAUSE COULD BE DETECTED. THE OIL LIGHT INDICATOR NEVER CAME ON EITHER. THE CAR WOULD BEGIN TICKING WHILE DRIVING, AND NOTICEABLY DROVE DIFFERENTLY BUT PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT EVER ...

Mileage: 112,000

CAR HAD BEGAN BURNING THROUGH OIL RAPIDLY BUT UPON INSPECTION AT OIL CHANGES, NO LEAK OR CAUSE COULD BE DETECTED. THE OIL LIGHT INDICATOR NEVER CAME ON EITHER. THE CAR WOULD BEGIN TICKING WHILE DRIVING, AND NOTICEABLY DROVE DIFFERENTLY BUT PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT EVER ...

Mileage: 112,000

CAR HAD BEGAN BURNING THROUGH OIL RAPIDLY BUT UPON INSPECTION AT OIL CHANGES, NO LEAK OR CAUSE COULD BE DETECTED. THE OIL LIGHT INDICATOR NEVER CAME ON EITHER. THE CAR WOULD BEGIN TICKING WHILE DRIVING, AND NOTICEABLY DROVE DIFFERENTLY BUT PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT EVER ...

Mileage: 112,000

DROVE OVER TRAIN TRACKS AT 15 MPH AND FELT IT BREAK. AT STOP, STEERING WHEEL HAS PLAY WHEN TURNED LIGHTLY. KNOCKS LOUDLY WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS AND TURNING. PART CAN CAUSE STEERING TO LOCK UP AT ANY MOMENT WHILE TURNING AND VERY UNSAFE. $13 PART, $200 LABOR

Mileage: 56,000

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING/GOING OUT WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION OR STATIONARY ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS. SOMETIMES THEY DON'T COME BACK ON UNLESS I TINKER WITH THE HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH. IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN SEEING AS HOW I DRIVE DAILY IN THE DARK TO WORK

Mileage: 110,000

HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING/GOING OUT WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION OR STATIONARY ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS. SOMETIMES THEY DON'T COME BACK ON UNLESS I TINKER WITH THE HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH. IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN SEEING AS HOW I DRIVE DAILY IN THE DARK TO WORK

Mileage: 110,000

WE BUY THIS CAR IN 2 MONTHS AGO AND NOW THE ENGINE IS IN BAD CONDITION

TWICE WHILE DRIVING IN THE COUNTRY AT NIGHT ON A 2-LANE FM ROAD, THE HEADLIGHTS WENT COMPLETELY OUT WHEN CHANGING FROM LOW BEAM TO HIGH BEAM, AND ONCE,THEY WENT COMPLETELY OUT WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNAL. THEY CAME BACK ON IN A FEW SECONDS EACH TIME BUT THOSE FEW SECONDS WERE VERY DANGEROUS. *TR

Mileage: 49,072

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE SMOKE ENTERED THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND TAKEN TO WAGNER KIA OF SHREWSBURY (730 BOSTON ...

Mileage: 105,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE SMOKE ENTERED THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND TAKEN TO WAGNER KIA OF SHREWSBURY (730 BOSTON ...

Mileage: 105,000

I HAVE A KIA FORTE EX GDI PURCHASED USED FROM CAR MAX OF WHITEMARSH, MARYLAND. WHEN I STARTED THE VEHICLE, ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2019, THERE WAS A VERY LOUD TICKING NOISE. I ALLOWED THE CAR TO WARM UP. AS I DROVE AND REACHED 30MPH, ON CITY STREET, THE NOISE GREW LOUDER. WHEN I CHECKED THE OIL STICK IT ...

Mileage: 81,596

MY 2014 KIA FORTE SUDDENLY STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING SOUND AND SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE. AFTER TOWING VEHICLE TO THE SHOP I WAS TOLD THAT THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME HE DOES NOT UNDERSTAND WHY AS THERE WAS NOT ANYTHING THAT COULD HAVE CAUSED THIS. ARE FLUI...

Mileage: 129,436

KNOCKING SOUND AND ENGINE BLEW WITH UNDER 58,000 MILES. BOUGHT MY CAR BRAND NEW JUST OVER 5 YEARS AGO.

Mileage: 57,350

THIS CAR HAS SEVERAL ISSUES WHICH I HAVE FOUND OTHER 2014 OWNERS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AS I DO. THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS TAKE TURNS GOING OUT. I AM TO THE POINT ABOUT EVERY 5 WEEKS I AM REPLACING A BURNED OUT LIGHT. ONE HEADLIGHT WILL GO OUT THEN I FIX THAT. A FEW WEEKS LATER I WILL GET PULLED ...

Mileage: 25,000

THIS CAR HAS SEVERAL ISSUES WHICH I HAVE FOUND OTHER 2014 OWNERS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AS I DO. THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS TAKE TURNS GOING OUT. I AM TO THE POINT ABOUT EVERY 5 WEEKS I AM REPLACING A BURNED OUT LIGHT. ONE HEADLIGHT WILL GO OUT THEN I FIX THAT. A FEW WEEKS LATER I WILL GET PULLED ...

Mileage: 25,000

THIS CAR HAS SEVERAL ISSUES WHICH I HAVE FOUND OTHER 2014 OWNERS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AS I DO. THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS TAKE TURNS GOING OUT. I AM TO THE POINT ABOUT EVERY 5 WEEKS I AM REPLACING A BURNED OUT LIGHT. ONE HEADLIGHT WILL GO OUT THEN I FIX THAT. A FEW WEEKS LATER I WILL GET PULLED ...

Mileage: 25,000

BOUGHT VEHICLENUSED FROM PRIVATE PARTY. RAN GOOD LOOKS GREAT DROVE 500 MILES ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING SOUND AND SHUT OFF SMOKE FROM UNDER HOOD. OPENS HOOD AND SAW/SMELLED BURNING UNDER ENGINE COVER, PULLED COVER AND SAW MELTED WIRES AND MELTED PLASTIC. ENGINE WAS LOCKED UP. TOWED TO LOCAL G...

Mileage: 89,565

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED SECOND HAND. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK. THE CONTACT HAD THE OIL REPLACED WITH SYNTHETIC OIL UPON THE ADVICE OF AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CONTACT HAD TO CO...

Mileage: 40,000

WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, MY HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO COMPLETELY OUT. ONCE I SWITCH THEM ON AGAIN, THEY WOULD GO OUT ONCE AGAIN. THIS WOULD TAKE PLACE EVERY COUPLE OF MINUTES AND IS VERY DANGEROUS. I TOOK MY CAR INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY KNEW EXACTLY THE ISSUE BECAUSE THEY REPAIRED QUIT...

Mileage: 108,600

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET, HEARD A RASPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AND THEN NOTICED THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON.

Mileage: 94,000

THE AIRBAG LIGHT TURNS ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY, USUALLY TURNING ON AFTER STARTING THE CAR AND REACHING SPEEDS ABOVE 15MPH. IF I STAY AROUND 20MPH OR BELOW, IT WILL TURN OFF, BUT IF I INCREASE SPEED IT WILL TURN BACK ON. IF I STOP, TURN, OR SLOW DOWN, THE LIGHT MAY TURN ON OR OFF; IT IS RANDOM. THE...

Mileage: 101,400

2014 KIA FORTE: VEHICLE WILL BE STATIONARY, IN MOTION, OR TURNING AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF RANDOMLY, IT HAS BEEN STAYING ON IN THE PAST FEW DAYS. DEALERSHIP STATED "AIRBAG NEEDS REPLACING, BECAUSE IN AN ACCIDENT AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY" THIS CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD WITH ONE OWNER LE...

Mileage: 74,000

2014 KIA FORTE: VEHICLE WILL BE STATIONARY, IN MOTION, OR TURNING AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF RANDOMLY, IT HAS BEEN STAYING ON IN THE PAST FEW DAYS. DEALERSHIP STATED "AIRBAG NEEDS REPLACING, BECAUSE IN AN ACCIDENT AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY" THIS CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD WITH ONE OWNER LE...

Mileage: 74,000

ON 08-05-2019 I WAS TRAVELING ONTO THE INTERSTATE, UPON ACCELERATION MY AUTOMOBILE BEGIN TO POWER DOWN, IN FRONT OF A TRACTOR TRAILER. I ATTEMPTED TO MOVE OVER TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER BUT THE CAR WOULDN'T ACCELERATE TO DO SO IN A SAFE MANNER. AFTER ABOUT ONE MINUTE OF CONTINUOUSLY ACCELERATION, THE CA...

Mileage: 139,602

CAR CONSUMING OIL WITHIN SHORT TIMEFRAME. NO LEAKS AND HAVE TO ADD A QUART EVERY FEW DAYS. CAR IS NOW COMPLETELY UNDRIVEABLE, CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO AND NO CODES ARE FLASHING AND NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. CAR HESITATES TO ACCELERATE AND IS VERY NOISY. REPLACED SPARK PLUGS AND COIL ...

Mileage: 120,000

SRS AIRBAG LIGHT STARTED LUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY. DISCONNECTED AND RECONNECTED CABLES UNDER PASSENGER SIDE SEAT AND AIRBAG LIGHT WENT OFF. WITHIN 2 DAYS THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS BACK ON. THE CAR WAS NOT INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTICS. THERE APPARENTLY WAS A RE...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON RE-ENTERING THE VEHICLE WITH A PASSENGER, THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE CHARGER PORT. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL OF THE ROAD AND TURN OFF THE VEHICLE AS THE FLAMES ERUPTED WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER ...

Mileage: 100,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON RE-ENTERING THE VEHICLE WITH A PASSENGER, THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE CHARGER PORT. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL OF THE ROAD AND TURN OFF THE VEHICLE AS THE FLAMES ERUPTED WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER ...

Mileage: 100,000

THE CAR WILL STALL WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. SUDDENLY. IT HESITATED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING IN DESPITE GOING TO SEVERAL MECHANICS. WHAT IS WRONG?!!!

Mileage: 157,000

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. HORN ONLY WORK OCCASIONALLY AND CRUISE DOES NOT WORK.

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. HORN ONLY WORK OCCASIONALLY AND CRUISE DOES NOT WORK.

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. HORN ONLY WORK OCCASIONALLY AND CRUISE DOES NOT WORK.

I BOUGHT MY CAR IN 2013, HAD IT LESS THAN 6 YEARS. THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND REMAINS ON, THE CAR WAS NOT IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHEN THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. THE AIR BAG LIGHT AT FIRST CAME ON AND THEN WILL DISAPPEAR A COUPLE TIMES BUT NOW HAS REMAINED ON. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THERE IS A SH...

Mileage: 93,000

CAR NEEDS OIL EVERY 1,000 MILES OR SO WITH NO LEAKS. ENGINE EATS OIL AND IS ALWAYS SEVERAL QUARTS LOW. DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING CAR AND IT STOPPED EXCELLERATING. CATALYTIC CONVERTER JUST HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 82,000 MILES. ENGINE NOISE WITH VIBRATIONS. MY DAUGHER IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR. KIA SA...

CAR NEEDS OIL EVERY 1,000 MILES OR SO WITH NO LEAKS. ENGINE EATS OIL AND IS ALWAYS SEVERAL QUARTS LOW. DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING CAR AND IT STOPPED EXCELLERATING. CATALYTIC CONVERTER JUST HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 82,000 MILES. ENGINE NOISE WITH VIBRATIONS. MY DAUGHER IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR. KIA SA...

STEERING: STEERING MAKES A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE UNDER THE DASHBOARD WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT. NOISE HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR MOVING AT ANY SPEED. KIA HAS RECALLED SOME 2014-2016 SOULS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM BUT THEY HAVE NOT RECALLED THE FORTE. LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS AND DASH...

Mileage: 76,000

STEERING: STEERING MAKES A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE UNDER THE DASHBOARD WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT. NOISE HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR MOVING AT ANY SPEED. KIA HAS RECALLED SOME 2014-2016 SOULS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM BUT THEY HAVE NOT RECALLED THE FORTE. LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS AND DASH...

Mileage: 76,000

2014 KIA FORTE EX 2.0 LITER GDI ENGINE HAS KNOCKING NOISES. WHEN I TOOK IT TO GROSSINGER KIA OF LINCOLNWOOD, IL THEY QUOTED OVER $4,300 + LABOR DUE TO METAL SHRAPNEL IN THE ENGINE AND THEY TOLD ME THAT I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE SHORT BLOCK OF THE ENGINE. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE CAR WAS OUT OF WARRANTY B...

Mileage: 63,000

THE STEERING WHEEL MECHANISM WILL MAKE A KNOCKING NOISE THAT IS FELT MORE THAN HEARD. IT SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE, AND IS MORE NOTICEABLE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE STOPPED AS OPPOSED TO TURNING WHILE IN MOTION. RESEARCH HAS SHOWN THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AMONG SEVERAL MODELS OF KIA, ES...

Mileage: 111,000

SO AS I'M DRIVING, THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT COMES ON. IT'S STEADY ONE MINUTE AND THEN IT WILL GO OFF AND THEN IT WILL COME BACK ON. I HAVE NEVER BEEN IN ANY KIND OF ACCIDENT FOR IT TO DO THIS. IT CAME OUT OF NO WHERE.

Mileage: 99,150

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND OIL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GENE MESSER KIA (LOCATED AT 6006 19TH ST, LUBBOCK, TX 79407, (806) 776-5600) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Mileage: 70,000

LAST WEEK MY AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT STARTED COMING ON. MY CAR HAS NOT BEEN INVOLVED IN ANY CRASH FOR A CRASH REPAIR TO BE A FACTOR. I WAS DRIVING WHEN THE LIGHT FIRST CAME ON. THE LIGHT DOES GO OFF WHEN IT WANTS TO. I HAVE TRIED RESETTING THE CAR BY DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY FOR A FEW MINUTES, THIS...

Mileage: 200,000

LAST WEEK MY AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT STARTED COMING ON. MY CAR HAS NOT BEEN INVOLVED IN ANY CRASH FOR A CRASH REPAIR TO BE A FACTOR. I WAS DRIVING WHEN THE LIGHT FIRST CAME ON. THE LIGHT DOES GO OFF WHEN IT WANTS TO. I HAVE TRIED RESETTING THE CAR BY DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY FOR A FEW MINUTES, THIS...

Mileage: 200,000

TAKATA RECALL

ENGINE KNOCKING AND THEY REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. CAR HAD 86,000 MILES. DROVE CAR TO WORK NEXT DAY AND IT CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING HOME ON BUSY HIGHWAY. KIA CORP KNOWS OF A PROBLEM WITH FUEL PUMP AND LINES NEEDING TO BE REPLACED ONCE ENGINE IS REPLACED BUT FAILED TO LET THEIR DEALERSHIPS BE A...

Mileage: 86,000

ENGINE KNOCKING AND THEY REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. CAR HAD 86,000 MILES. DROVE CAR TO WORK NEXT DAY AND IT CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING HOME ON BUSY HIGHWAY. KIA CORP KNOWS OF A PROBLEM WITH FUEL PUMP AND LINES NEEDING TO BE REPLACED ONCE ENGINE IS REPLACED BUT FAILED TO LET THEIR DEALERSHIPS BE A...

Mileage: 86,000

MY BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON AT ALL TIMES WHILE CAR IS TURNED ON

Mileage: 118,000

MY BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON AT ALL TIMES WHILE CAR IS TURNED ON

Mileage: 118,000

EXCESS ENGINE WEAR MAY BE INDICATIVE OF OTHER MODELS THAT HAVE BEEN RECALLED, CAR IS UNDER 100,000 MILES AS OF TODAY. EXCESSIVE ENGINE KNOCK CAUSED CONCERN AND KIA CLAIMS IT NEEDS A NEW ENGINE, BUT I HAVE NOTICED QUITE A FEW OTHER MODELS ALL HAVE THE SAME ISSUE, JUST NOT INCLUDING THE FORTE YET. C...

Mileage: 99,179

WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE LIKE ON A BRIDGE OR WHERE A ROAD IS BROKEN, ON APPLYING BRAKE IT SEEMS LIKE THE PEDAL IS TOUCHING THE GROUND MAKING GRINDING NOISE AND CAR SKIDS AND DOESN'T STOP. I HAVE INSTALLED NEW ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS ON ALL FOUR SIDES. WHEN TURN ON THE IGNITION, CAR DO...

Mileage: 145,235

WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION ON A DOWNWARD SLOPE LIKE ON A BRIDGE OR WHERE A ROAD IS BROKEN, ON APPLYING BRAKE IT SEEMS LIKE THE PEDAL IS TOUCHING THE GROUND MAKING GRINDING NOISE AND CAR SKIDS AND DOESN'T STOP. I HAVE INSTALLED NEW ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS ON ALL FOUR SIDES. WHEN TURN ON THE IGNITION, CAR DO...

Mileage: 145,235

IT STARTED WITH A TICKING NOISE COMING FROM MY ENGINE LIKE IT NEEDED AN OIL CHANGE BUT IT HAD JUST HAD ONE. I TOOK IT TO A KIA DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT AND WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ENGINE. THEY SAID THAT THE ROD BEARINGS WERE WEARING DOWN AND RESULTING IN METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE ENGINE. THEY SA...

Mileage: 77,000

IT STARTED WITH A TICKING NOISE COMING FROM MY ENGINE LIKE IT NEEDED AN OIL CHANGE BUT IT HAD JUST HAD ONE. I TOOK IT TO A KIA DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT AND WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ENGINE. THEY SAID THAT THE ROD BEARINGS WERE WEARING DOWN AND RESULTING IN METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE ENGINE. THEY SA...

Mileage: 77,000

WIRING TO THE HEAT AND AIR CONDITIONING IS MELTED TOGETHER AND GE FAN DOESN'T WORK ALL THE TIME. DONT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING. AND THE ADAPTERS DONT WORK CANT CHARGE PHONE . ALSO THERE IS A TICKING NOISE COME FROM THE FRONT OF CAR U CAN HEAR IT WHEN IDLING BUT GETS WORSE WHEN U STEP ON THE GAS GOING D...

Mileage: 65,000

WIRING TO THE HEAT AND AIR CONDITIONING IS MELTED TOGETHER AND GE FAN DOESN'T WORK ALL THE TIME. DONT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING. AND THE ADAPTERS DONT WORK CANT CHARGE PHONE . ALSO THERE IS A TICKING NOISE COME FROM THE FRONT OF CAR U CAN HEAR IT WHEN IDLING BUT GETS WORSE WHEN U STEP ON THE GAS GOING D...

Mileage: 65,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,000.

Mileage: 81,000

PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL ,WHEN LOOKING IT UP ,PROBLEM SEEMS COMMON FOR THE STEERING COUPLER TO GO OUT,CAUSES A JERK IN THE WHEEL AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING. SITTING STILL IT WILL HAVE ALOT OF PLAY MOVING LEFT AND RIGHT AND A NOISE. A EXTENDED WARRANTY HAS BEEN GIVEN FOR SOME MODELS EXCEPT MINE.

Mileage: 70,155

03/08/19 AT 5:45AM I WAS ENTERING US HWY 23 N. BOUND FROM CENTRAL AVE. IN SYLVANIA OHIO. THE CAR WAS HAVING ISSUES WITH ACCELERATION AS I TRIED TO GET ON THE FREEWAY. SUDDENLY I HEARD LIKE A FAN NOISE, THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY THE ENGINE LIGHT AND THE CAR JUST SHUT OFF! I PULLED TO THE SIDE...

Mileage: 80,000

03/08/19 AT 5:45AM I WAS ENTERING US HWY 23 N. BOUND FROM CENTRAL AVE. IN SYLVANIA OHIO. THE CAR WAS HAVING ISSUES WITH ACCELERATION AS I TRIED TO GET ON THE FREEWAY. SUDDENLY I HEARD LIKE A FAN NOISE, THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY THE ENGINE LIGHT AND THE CAR JUST SHUT OFF! I PULLED TO THE SIDE...

Mileage: 80,000

03/08/19 AT 5:45AM I WAS ENTERING US HWY 23 N. BOUND FROM CENTRAL AVE. IN SYLVANIA OHIO. THE CAR WAS HAVING ISSUES WITH ACCELERATION AS I TRIED TO GET ON THE FREEWAY. SUDDENLY I HEARD LIKE A FAN NOISE, THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY THE ENGINE LIGHT AND THE CAR JUST SHUT OFF! I PULLED TO THE SIDE...

Mileage: 80,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND MADE A SPUTTERING NOISE WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Mileage: 170,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND MADE A SPUTTERING NOISE WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Mileage: 170,000

AS I TURN MY STEERING WHEEL, IT MAKES A CLICKING NOISE. IT ALSO CAUSES MY AIRBAG LIGHT TO SHOW ON MY SPEEDOMETER. SOMETHING SOUNDS LOOSE WHEN IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN I DRIVE.

Mileage: 61,213

VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE ELECTRICAL WENT OUT. THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND STEERING WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO STEER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. CAR HAD 60K MILES. BATTERY IS NOW ON ITS 3RD REPLACEMENT. OTHER PRIOR WARNING SIGNS WERE HEADLIGHTS FLICKERING AND OCCASIONA...

Mileage: 60,100

VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE ELECTRICAL WENT OUT. THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND STEERING WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO STEER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. CAR HAD 60K MILES. BATTERY IS NOW ON ITS 3RD REPLACEMENT. OTHER PRIOR WARNING SIGNS WERE HEADLIGHTS FLICKERING AND OCCASIONA...

Mileage: 60,100

VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE ELECTRICAL WENT OUT. THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND STEERING WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO STEER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. CAR HAD 60K MILES. BATTERY IS NOW ON ITS 3RD REPLACEMENT. OTHER PRIOR WARNING SIGNS WERE HEADLIGHTS FLICKERING AND OCCASIONA...

Mileage: 60,100

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO FUCCILLO KIA OF CLAY (3885 NY-31, LIVERPOOL, NY 13090, (315) 657-9000) TO HAVE THE WIRING HARNESS AND PRETENSIONER SWITCH REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE AIR BAGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Mileage: 50,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, A BURNING ODOR WAS PERCEIVED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, BUT THE ORIGIN OF THE ODOR COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BILLION AUTO KIA (605-309-0977, LOCATED AT 1400 C...

Mileage: 80,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, A BURNING ODOR WAS PERCEIVED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, BUT THE ORIGIN OF THE ODOR COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BILLION AUTO KIA (605-309-0977, LOCATED AT 1400 C...

Mileage: 80,000

VEHICLE IN MOTION HIT DEER. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY HAVE HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AT THE TIME AND CONTINUES BEING A HAZARD AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. SMELL OF SOMETHING BUT INFO TURNED OUT TO BE BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR THE BLOWER MOTOR MALFUNCTIONS THE SEATBELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN

Mileage: 70,000

VEHICLE IN MOTION HIT DEER. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY HAVE HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AT THE TIME AND CONTINUES BEING A HAZARD AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. SMELL OF SOMETHING BUT INFO TURNED OUT TO BE BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR THE BLOWER MOTOR MALFUNCTIONS THE SEATBELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN

Mileage: 70,000

VEHICLE IN MOTION HIT DEER. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY HAVE HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AT THE TIME AND CONTINUES BEING A HAZARD AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. SMELL OF SOMETHING BUT INFO TURNED OUT TO BE BLOWER MOTOR CONNECTOR THE BLOWER MOTOR MALFUNCTIONS THE SEATBELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN

Mileage: 70,000

ON 02-04-2019, MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT-DOWN WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS IN THE PAST. KIA HAS BEEN CONTACTED ABOUT THIS. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE SHOP ON VARIOUS OCCASION, NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS THIS ISSUE. THE IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE THAT COULD BE LIFE THREAT...

Mileage: 115,098

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A KNOCKING NOISE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICL...

Mileage: 49,000

THE CAR HAS A DESIGN FLAW THAT ALLOWS RAIN TO SOAK THE SEATS, SEAT BELTS, AND ENTIRE TRUCK CREATING BLACK MOLD IN THE SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT, MOLD IN SIDE THE CAR ON THE SEATS AND SEAT BELTS. THE CAR DOES NOT HAVE TO BE MOVING IN ORDER FOR THE RAIN TO ENTER THE CAR. I HAVE HAD MY CAR DETAILED MULTIP...

Mileage: 14,000

THE CAR HAS A DESIGN FLAW THAT ALLOWS RAIN TO SOAK THE SEATS, SEAT BELTS, AND ENTIRE TRUCK CREATING BLACK MOLD IN THE SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT, MOLD IN SIDE THE CAR ON THE SEATS AND SEAT BELTS. THE CAR DOES NOT HAVE TO BE MOVING IN ORDER FOR THE RAIN TO ENTER THE CAR. I HAVE HAD MY CAR DETAILED MULTIP...

Mileage: 14,000

THE CAR HAS A DESIGN FLAW THAT ALLOWS RAIN TO SOAK THE SEATS, SEAT BELTS, AND ENTIRE TRUCK CREATING BLACK MOLD IN THE SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT, MOLD IN SIDE THE CAR ON THE SEATS AND SEAT BELTS. THE CAR DOES NOT HAVE TO BE MOVING IN ORDER FOR THE RAIN TO ENTER THE CAR. I HAVE HAD MY CAR DETAILED MULTIP...

Mileage: 14,000

VEHICLE BURNS ALL OIL IN BETWEEN 3000 MILE OIL CHANGE. NO LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT. LAGRANGE GA KIA DEALERSHIP DID NOT DETECT ANY LEAKS .

THE CAR VERY HARD TO START. AFTER MANY TIMES OF TRYING TO START THE CAR IT DOES START IT WILL NOT READ THE CARS RPM. MANY TIMES THE CAR HAS JUST SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING AT A LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THE ENGINE DOES NOT SEEM TO BE RUNNING SMOOTHLY.

Mileage: 86,000

PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW WON'T WORK AND IF YOU TAP ON THE TURN SIGNAL THE LIGHTS FLICKER IN THE CAR.

Mileage: 88,824

PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW WON'T WORK AND IF YOU TAP ON THE TURN SIGNAL THE LIGHTS FLICKER IN THE CAR.

Mileage: 88,824

TAKARA RECALL I WOULD SMELL SOMETHING BURNING UNDER THE HOOD AND THEN MY AC STOPPED BLOWING AIR/HEAT FROM THE TWO CENTER VENTS.

TAKATA RECALL, THE INDICATOR GAUGES/SENSORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATING LOW OIL PRESSURE, AS WELL AS OTHERS ARE CURRENTLY NOT WORKING AND MY ENGINE IS BURNING OIL IN EXCESS OF MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE IS THAT THIS CAN CAUSE MY ENGINE TO SEIZE OR CATCH ON FIRE WHICH I...

Mileage: 81,500

TAKATA RECALL, THE INDICATOR GAUGES/SENSORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATING LOW OIL PRESSURE, AS WELL AS OTHERS ARE CURRENTLY NOT WORKING AND MY ENGINE IS BURNING OIL IN EXCESS OF MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE IS THAT THIS CAN CAUSE MY ENGINE TO SEIZE OR CATCH ON FIRE WHICH I...

Mileage: 81,500

I ALREADY KNOW ABOUT KIA AND THEIR LOUD ENGINES DUE TO BEING AN GDI ENGINE. BUT THIS WAS NOT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. THIS WAS A SLAPPING TYPE OF NOISE THAT IS NOT RELATIVE TO THE ENGINE RPMS. AFTER THINKING IT WAS THE TIMING CHAIN BEING LOOSE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ENGINE HAS WAS THEY C...

Mileage: 75,000

WHEN TURNING SHARPLY LIKE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP FOR A FEW SECONDS

Mileage: 80,000

HEAD LIGHTS AND INSIDE DASH LIGHT WILL FLICKER ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. IF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS LEFT IN THE AUTO POSITION WHILE PARKED AND THE KEYS REMOVED, THE HEADLIGHTS WILL COME ON BY THEM SELF SOMETIME IN THE NIGHT AND DRAIN THE BATTERY. WHEN TRYING TO TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS, THE DASH BOARD...

Mileage: 80,000

VEHICLE ATTEMPTS TO ACCELERATE WHEN STOPPING OR STOPPED & FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL. TURNING THE A/C ON SLIGHTLY MADE INTENSIFIED THE ACCELERATION.

Mileage: 37,000

MILEAGE 109000. DRIVING ALONG A HEARD KNOCKING IN ENGINE. PULLED TO SIDE AND WAITED FOR IT TO COOL DOWN AND CHECKED FLUIDS. EVERYTHING WAS GOOD. STARTED BACK DRIVING AND KNOCKING INCREASED AND THEN ENGINE SHUT OFF CAUSING US TO COAST FROM 60MPH ON A 4 LANE ROAD. LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO DRIFT TO A SAFE S...

Mileage: 109,000

TAKATA RECALL I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN HEARD A BANG IN THE MOTOR PULLED OVER AND HEARD KNOCKING IN MOTOR. TURNED MOTOR OFF AND CHECKED FLUIDS AND ALL WE'RE NORMAL.. I HAVE A SAFETY RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE ALREADY AND WITH THE RECENT RECALLS ANNOUNCED I BELIEVE MY CAR IS ONE OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES...

Mileage: 74,000

THE STEERING COUPLER WENT BAD. STARTED HEARING LOUD CLICKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING CALLED KIA THEY ARE AWARE OF THE ISSUE BUT ONLY WARRANTY IS ON OPTIMAL AND SOULS AS OF NOW FOR IT. THE PIECE COST $1.08 THE LABOR IS $350 WAS WHAT I WAS QUOTED . ALSO TOLD THEY REPLACE TONS OF THEM A WEEK . RIDICULOUS KI...

Mileage: 61,000

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND THOUGHT I SAW FIRE COMING FROM UNDER MY HOOD. A FEW SECONDS LATER, THERE WAS MASSIVE SMOKE COMING FROM MY HOOD, SO BAD THAT I HAD TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I JUMPED OUT OF THE CAR AND MY CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE. MY CAR IS TOTALED. *JS

Mileage: 137,023

THE PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES HAPPEN WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION AND ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE. THE REAR CALIPER GUIDE PINS WERE FROZEN BY CORROSION, PREVENTING THE CYLINDER TO EXTEND AND ENGAGE THE BRAKE PADS ON THE ROTOR. THIS RESULTED IN THE LOSE OF ANY REAR BRAKING ACTION. WHEN THE ANTI-LOCK ...

Mileage: 70,000

AT APPROXIMATELY 63,000 MILES I BEGAN HEARING A KNOCK IN THE ENGINE AND NOTICED HESITANCY AS THE ENGINE SHIFTED GEARS. ABOUT 4 DAYS LATER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. THE SERVICE REP AT THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT T...

Mileage: 63,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING NOISE WHILE TURNING LEFT AND RIGHT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER (ORLANDO KIA EAST, 8701 EAST COLONIAL DRIVE, ORLANDO, FL 32817, (407) 678-17...

Mileage: 76,908

I WAS LEASED THIS CAR WITHOUT A SPARE TIRE AND WITHOUT A TIRE INFLATOR.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE DEALER (KIA OF CERRITOS, 18201 STUDEBAKER RD, CERRITOS, CA 90703, (562) 860-2424) INFORMED THE CONTACT OF THE DIAGNOSTIC AND REPAIR FEES; THEREFORE, THE VEHICLE W...

Mileage: 39,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AIR BAGS WOULD INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA OF CERRITOS (18201 STUDEBAKER RD, CERRITOS, CA 90703, (562) 860-2424), BUT WAS NOT...

Mileage: 40,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING SOUND WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (SHAWNEE MISSION KIA USED CARS, 7810 SHAWNEE MISSION PARKWAY, OVERLAND PARK, KS 6620...

Mileage: 48,000

TAKATA RECALL. I WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION ACCIDENT ON 6/18/2018 (DUE TO SOMEONE RUNNING A RED LIGHT) IT CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE OF APPROXIMATELY 4500.00 .. THE AIRBAG NEVER DEPLOYED. A MAJOR CONCERN FOR ME. WHEN I ASKED BOTH THE REPAIR SHOP AND MY INSURANCE COMPANY AS T...

Mileage: 58,000

HAD RECALL REPAIRED ON 01-26-18 & HAD CHECK ELECTRICAL WIRE IN PHOTO, & WHY DID NOT START WHEN TURN KEY. NO ONE COULD FIND ANYTHING INCLUDING PERSONAL MECHANIC. FOUND KIA FORTE HAD MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS & THIS SHOULD NOT OCCUR WITH 4 YEAR OLD CAR. OCCURRED 2ND TIME ON 07-20-18 & WHEN WIRE TOUCHED...

Mileage: 40,000

HAD RECALL REPAIRED ON 01-26-18 & HAD CHECK ELECTRICAL WIRE IN PHOTO, & WHY DID NOT START WHEN TURN KEY. NO ONE COULD FIND ANYTHING INCLUDING PERSONAL MECHANIC. FOUND KIA FORTE HAD MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS & THIS SHOULD NOT OCCUR WITH 4 YEAR OLD CAR. OCCURRED 2ND TIME ON 07-20-18 & WHEN WIRE TOUCHED...

Mileage: 40,000

HAD RECALL REPAIRED ON 01-26-18 & HAD CHECK ELECTRICAL WIRE IN PHOTO, & WHY DID NOT START WHEN TURN KEY. NO ONE COULD FIND ANYTHING INCLUDING PERSONAL MECHANIC. FOUND KIA FORTE HAD MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS & THIS SHOULD NOT OCCUR WITH 4 YEAR OLD CAR. OCCURRED 2ND TIME ON 07-20-18 & WHEN WIRE TOUCHED...

Mileage: 40,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT DETECTED AN ABNORMAL ODOR. ALSO, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT...

Mileage: 60,000

I WAS TAKING MY BOYFRIEND TO WORK WHEN I NOTICED A SMELL WHEN HE GOT OUT OF THE CAR THE SMELL GOT WORST I WENT TO GO GET MY BOYFRIEND AND WHEN WE GOT BACK TO THE CAR IT WAS SMOKING. I HURRIED AND GRABBED THE KIDS OUT IF THE CAR NEXT THING WE KNOW THE FRONT IF THE CAR UNDER THE HOOD CAUGHT ON FIRE. I...

Mileage: 60,000

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS HEADLIGHTS FLICKER AND SOMETIMES SHUT OFF AND THEN BACK ON. FAILURE APPEARS IMMANENT.

Mileage: 73,000

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS HEADLIGHTS FLICKER AND SOMETIMES SHUT OFF AND THEN BACK ON. FAILURE APPEARS IMMANENT.

Mileage: 73,000

TAKATA RECALL: ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF MY CAR THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LOCK AND SECURE FOR THE DRIVER ACROSS THE LAP AND CHEST. THE BUCKLE WORKS FINE. THE SEAT BELT IS NOT SECURING TO ENSURE DRIVER WON'T BE THROWN FROM VEHICLE IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. THIS DOES NOT STAY SECURE WHEN IN MOTION OR IF THE C...

Mileage: 62,715

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING NOISE WAS HEARD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER (RICK CASE KIA, 3190 SATELLITE BLVD, DULUTH, GA 30096, (888) 322-3854) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT T...

Mileage: 75,000

ELECTRICAL ISSUES HAVE HAPPENED COUNTLESS TIMES. SUCH AS TURNING ON THE BLINKER MAKES ALL LIGHTS GO OUT IN CAR THEN TURN BACK ON AS WELL AS REPLACING THE BRAKE LIGHTS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ENGINE: SHOULD BE RECALLED BECAUSE IT SHAKES AND VIBRATIONS OFTEN TIMES. THE SAME WAY THE KIA OPTIMA ENGIN...

Mileage: 64,000

ELECTRICAL ISSUES HAVE HAPPENED COUNTLESS TIMES. SUCH AS TURNING ON THE BLINKER MAKES ALL LIGHTS GO OUT IN CAR THEN TURN BACK ON AS WELL AS REPLACING THE BRAKE LIGHTS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ENGINE: SHOULD BE RECALLED BECAUSE IT SHAKES AND VIBRATIONS OFTEN TIMES. THE SAME WAY THE KIA OPTIMA ENGIN...

Mileage: 64,000

MY DAUGHTER HAD A CAR CRASH ON JULY 22, 2017 DUE TO BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE IN TUSCALOOSA, AL AND THERE WERE NO OTHER DRIVERS ON THE ROAD THANK GOD. HER CAR HYDROPLANED AND HIT A RAILING. SHE COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. UNKNOWN ABOUT THE FA...

Mileage: 150

MY DAUGHTER HAD A CAR CRASH ON JULY 22, 2017 DUE TO BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE IN TUSCALOOSA, AL AND THERE WERE NO OTHER DRIVERS ON THE ROAD THANK GOD. HER CAR HYDROPLANED AND HIT A RAILING. SHE COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. UNKNOWN ABOUT THE FA...

Mileage: 150

MY DAUGHTER HAD A CAR CRASH ON JULY 22, 2017 DUE TO BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE IN TUSCALOOSA, AL AND THERE WERE NO OTHER DRIVERS ON THE ROAD THANK GOD. HER CAR HYDROPLANED AND HIT A RAILING. SHE COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. UNKNOWN ABOUT THE FA...

Mileage: 150

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. HOMETOWN KIA (111 MIDTOWN AVE, MT HOPE, WV) DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND REFERRE...

Mileage: 121,000

THE BRAKE LIGHTS WENT OUT WITH WARNING LIGHTS ARE ON IN THE CAR THAT WON'T GO OFF IN THE TRUNK AND THE DASH THE BATTERY HAS BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES AND THE CAR WON'T START IF ITS PARKED SLIGHTLY DOWNWARD

Mileage: 96,000

I HAD REPORT THE ISSUE TO KIA OF TUPELO, MS. MY CARD HAS HAD TWO RECENT ISSUES. THE FIRST ONE BEING THAT UPON ACCELERATION, WHITE SMOKE HAS BEEN NOTED TWICE. THE CAR HAS STALLED OUT TWICE UPON TAKE OFF ON THE HIGHWAY/INTERSTATE. THIS CONCERN ME GREATLY! ON MY MOST RECENT OIL CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVER...

Mileage: 89,992

I HAD REPORT THE ISSUE TO KIA OF TUPELO, MS. MY CARD HAS HAD TWO RECENT ISSUES. THE FIRST ONE BEING THAT UPON ACCELERATION, WHITE SMOKE HAS BEEN NOTED TWICE. THE CAR HAS STALLED OUT TWICE UPON TAKE OFF ON THE HIGHWAY/INTERSTATE. THIS CONCERN ME GREATLY! ON MY MOST RECENT OIL CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVER...

Mileage: 89,992

I HAD REPORT THE ISSUE TO KIA OF TUPELO, MS. MY CARD HAS HAD TWO RECENT ISSUES. THE FIRST ONE BEING THAT UPON ACCELERATION, WHITE SMOKE HAS BEEN NOTED TWICE. THE CAR HAS STALLED OUT TWICE UPON TAKE OFF ON THE HIGHWAY/INTERSTATE. THIS CONCERN ME GREATLY! ON MY MOST RECENT OIL CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVER...

Mileage: 89,992

MY TIRES ARE IN GOOD SHAPE BUT I KEEP GETTING NOTIFICATIONS INDICATING I HAVE LOW TIRES PRESSURE. I GOT IT CHECKED OUT AND THE TIRES HAVE THE PROPER AMOUNT OF AIR. EVEN AFTER GETTING THE SENSORS RESET, I STILL GET THIS NOTIFICATION. NOW THE TPMS STAYS ON WHETHER I'M TRAVELING OR JUST STATIONARY.

Mileage: 78,000

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROX. 30 MPH AND APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION WITH A RED TRAFFIC SIGNAL, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THEY DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE AT ALL. I STOOD ON THE BRAKES AND THEY REMAINED FIRM AND DID NOT GO DOWN. I REPEATED THIS 4 DIFFERENT TIMES AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I PUT THE TRANSMISSI...

Mileage: 78,500

ON SATURDAY MARCH 26TH, 2018 I WSS DRIVING NORTH BOUND ON I471 IN KENTUCKY. DOING ABOUT 50-55 MPH WHILE IT WAS SNOWING/SLEETING OUTSIDE. AS I WAS TRAVELING ANOTHER VEHICLE SWERVED OVER TO GET IN EXIT LANE WHILE AT SAME TIME ON A RIGHT TURN AROUND EXIT LANE. ONCE CAR DID SO, I HAD TO PRESS HARD, SLAM...

Mileage: 146,899

ON SATURDAY MARCH 26TH, 2018 I WSS DRIVING NORTH BOUND ON I471 IN KENTUCKY. DOING ABOUT 50-55 MPH WHILE IT WAS SNOWING/SLEETING OUTSIDE. AS I WAS TRAVELING ANOTHER VEHICLE SWERVED OVER TO GET IN EXIT LANE WHILE AT SAME TIME ON A RIGHT TURN AROUND EXIT LANE. ONCE CAR DID SO, I HAD TO PRESS HARD, SLAM...

Mileage: 146,899

ON SATURDAY MARCH 26TH, 2018 I WSS DRIVING NORTH BOUND ON I471 IN KENTUCKY. DOING ABOUT 50-55 MPH WHILE IT WAS SNOWING/SLEETING OUTSIDE. AS I WAS TRAVELING ANOTHER VEHICLE SWERVED OVER TO GET IN EXIT LANE WHILE AT SAME TIME ON A RIGHT TURN AROUND EXIT LANE. ONCE CAR DID SO, I HAD TO PRESS HARD, SLAM...

Mileage: 146,899

2014 KIA FORTE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE REAR VIEW MIRROR. *LD *TR

2014 KIA FORTE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE AND HEADLIGHTS NOT STARTING UP. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AND THE HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD FLICKER. THE DEALERS ADVISED THERE WERE OTHER VEHICLES WITH THE SAME FAILURE AND THAT THERE WAS NO RESOLUTION. TH...

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHERE A CAR HIT HIT ME BEHIND AND PUSHED MY CAR INTO THE BACK OF ANOTHER CAR CAUSING THE FRONT SMASHED BOO INPACT AND BAG DIDN'T COME OUT ON EITHER SIDE. MY CAR WAS A DEAD STOP BEFORE THE INPACT FROM BEHIND ON A EXISTING TO A OFF RAMP ON THE INTERSTATE.

Mileage: 77,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. A P...

Mileage: 80,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. A P...

Mileage: 80,000

DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT A MONTH AGO AT SAM'S CLUB IN FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA. I WENT TO 3 KIA DEALERSHIPS AND WAS TOLD I HAD TO PAY $150 JUST TO TEST IT. I DIDNT HAVE THE MONEY, BUT NOW THE LIGHT JUST STAYS LIT. ALL OF THESE DEALERSHIPS ARE HERE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. I HAD MY BRAKES ...

Mileage: 83,000

THE CAR MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO HONOR THE ADVERTISED WARRANTY FOR VEHICLE [XXX]. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING STRAIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE 5 SOUTHBOUND. IT EXPERIENCED A KIND OF ROAD HAZARD LIKE A SMALL ROCK SOMEWHERE BETWEEN EXITS 210 AND 205. THE IMPACT WAS MINIMAL AND MADE ONLY A SMALL NOISE ...

Mileage: 47,528

THE CAR MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO HONOR THE ADVERTISED WARRANTY FOR VEHICLE [XXX]. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING STRAIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE 5 SOUTHBOUND. IT EXPERIENCED A KIND OF ROAD HAZARD LIKE A SMALL ROCK SOMEWHERE BETWEEN EXITS 210 AND 205. THE IMPACT WAS MINIMAL AND MADE ONLY A SMALL NOISE ...

Mileage: 47,528

THE COVER OF THE ANTENNA ("SHARK FIN") HAS FELL OFF POSSIBLY DUE TO A CARWASH. THE COVER PROTECTS THE ANTENNA AND POTENTIALLY SOME OTHER WIRING IN THE CAR AND ITS RADIO. THE MANUFACTURER (KIA) DOES NOT REPLACE THE (PLASTIC) COVER, BUT RATHER CHANGES THE WHOLE ANTENNA WIRING TO THE RADIO. THIS COSTS ...

Mileage: 59,500

THE COVER OF THE ANTENNA ("SHARK FIN") HAS FELL OFF POSSIBLY DUE TO A CARWASH. THE COVER PROTECTS THE ANTENNA AND POTENTIALLY SOME OTHER WIRING IN THE CAR AND ITS RADIO. THE MANUFACTURER (KIA) DOES NOT REPLACE THE (PLASTIC) COVER, BUT RATHER CHANGES THE WHOLE ANTENNA WIRING TO THE RADIO. THIS COSTS ...

Mileage: 59,500

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE BEING DRIVEN LOW SPEEDS. VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL OPERABLE AFTER A MANUAL RESTART. FREDY KIA (11711 GULF FWY, HOUSTO...

Mileage: 73,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE BEING DRIVEN LOW SPEEDS. VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL OPERABLE AFTER A MANUAL RESTART. FREDY KIA (11711 GULF FWY, HOUSTO...

Mileage: 73,000

TOOK MY KIA FORTE 2014 IN FOR AN INSPECTION, AND INSTEAD RECEIVED AN ECU UPGRADE DUE TO SOME KIA CAMPAIGN SC150. AFTER THE UPGRADE, MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO HAVE ISSUES. THE VERY SAME DAY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP, MY CAR BEGAN TO STALL AND BLOW A LOT OF WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST. I WAS PULLED OVER BY A ST...

Mileage: 90

TOOK MY KIA FORTE 2014 IN FOR AN INSPECTION, AND INSTEAD RECEIVED AN ECU UPGRADE DUE TO SOME KIA CAMPAIGN SC150. AFTER THE UPGRADE, MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO HAVE ISSUES. THE VERY SAME DAY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP, MY CAR BEGAN TO STALL AND BLOW A LOT OF WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST. I WAS PULLED OVER BY A ST...

Mileage: 90

TOOK MY KIA FORTE 2014 IN FOR AN INSPECTION, AND INSTEAD RECEIVED AN ECU UPGRADE DUE TO SOME KIA CAMPAIGN SC150. AFTER THE UPGRADE, MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO HAVE ISSUES. THE VERY SAME DAY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP, MY CAR BEGAN TO STALL AND BLOW A LOT OF WHITE SMOKE FROM EXHAUST. I WAS PULLED OVER BY A ST...

Mileage: 90

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING STRAIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE 5 SOUTHBOUND. IT EXPERIENCED A KIND OF ROAD HAZARD LIKE A SMALL ROCK SOMEWHERE BETWEEN EXITS 210 AND 205. THE IMPACT WAS MINIMAL AND MADE ONLY A SMALL NOISE AGAINST THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE SO THERE WAS NO REASON TO THINK THE VEHICLE S...

Mileage: 47,525

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DRIVING STRAIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE 5 SOUTHBOUND. IT EXPERIENCED A KIND OF ROAD HAZARD LIKE A SMALL ROCK SOMEWHERE BETWEEN EXITS 210 AND 205. THE IMPACT WAS MINIMAL AND MADE ONLY A SMALL NOISE AGAINST THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE SO THERE WAS NO REASON TO THINK THE VEHICLE S...

Mileage: 47,525

WE ARE A DRIVING SCHOOL WITH ABOUT 100 DIFFERENT CARS FROM KIA, WE HAVE ABOUT 95 VEHICLES RIGHT NOW IN USE THAT ARE FORTE MODELS BETWEEN THE YEARS OF 2010-2017. THIS IS NOW THE SECOND VEHICLE THIS HAS HAPPENED TO OF OURS OVER THE PAST YEAR. THE LAST TIME WAS THE KIA FORTE 2015, AND NOW THIS TIME IT ...

2014 KIA FORTE EXPERIENCED AN UNEXPLAINED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FIRE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT A STEADY 40MPH IN 40 DEG. F. WEATHER. ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SHOWED NO OBVIOUS DAMAGE, AND THE OWNER DID NOT PERFORM ANY RECENT SERVICE WORK. NO SYMPTOMS SUCH AS ENGINE LIGHTS OR SOUNDS WERE OBSERV...

Mileage: 75,000

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD "POP" AND THE SUNROOF GLASS SHATTERED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THANKFULLY, SHE HAD THE VISOR CLOSED UNDERNEATH IT SO THAT THE GLASS DID NOT FALL ON HER. IT DID DO DAMAGE TO THE TRUNK AND OTHER AREAS IN THE REAR OF THE CAR AS T...

Mileage: 65,000

RAIN WATER IS ENTERING TRUNK/SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT AREA. CAUSING PUDDLING AND REAR SEAT WATER DAMAGE.

RAIN WATER IS ENTERING TRUNK/SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT AREA. CAUSING PUDDLING AND REAR SEAT WATER DAMAGE.

WATER IS LEAKING INTO MY CAR WHEN IT RAINS. WHAT I HAVE INSPECTED, IT IS THE WEATHER STRIP. WATER IT GOING INTO THE FRAME UNDER MY TRUNK LINING AND UNDER MY BACK SEATS. MOLD HAS GROWN IN MY TRUNK.

WATER IS LEAKING INTO MY CAR WHEN IT RAINS. WHAT I HAVE INSPECTED, IT IS THE WEATHER STRIP. WATER IT GOING INTO THE FRAME UNDER MY TRUNK LINING AND UNDER MY BACK SEATS. MOLD HAS GROWN IN MY TRUNK.

TAKATA RECALL NEEDS TO RECALL THE BREAKS ON THE 2014 KIA FORTE. ON NOVEMEBER 21ST 2016 I TOTALLED MY KIA DUE TO FAILURE OF MANAFACURER BREAKS THEY DIDNT STOP ME AND I REAR ENDED A CAR WHICH HOT ANOTHER THAT HIT ANOTHER. THE SPEED CONTROL ON THE CAR IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL I BEARLY PUSH ON FHE GAS AN...

Mileage: 63,533

TAKATA RECALL NEEDS TO RECALL THE BREAKS ON THE 2014 KIA FORTE. ON NOVEMEBER 21ST 2016 I TOTALLED MY KIA DUE TO FAILURE OF MANAFACURER BREAKS THEY DIDNT STOP ME AND I REAR ENDED A CAR WHICH HOT ANOTHER THAT HIT ANOTHER. THE SPEED CONTROL ON THE CAR IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL I BEARLY PUSH ON FHE GAS AN...

Mileage: 63,533

TAKATA RECALL NEEDS TO RECALL THE BREAKS ON THE 2014 KIA FORTE. ON NOVEMEBER 21ST 2016 I TOTALLED MY KIA DUE TO FAILURE OF MANAFACURER BREAKS THEY DIDNT STOP ME AND I REAR ENDED A CAR WHICH HOT ANOTHER THAT HIT ANOTHER. THE SPEED CONTROL ON THE CAR IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL I BEARLY PUSH ON FHE GAS AN...

Mileage: 63,533

I PURCHASED THIS KIA NEW. WITHIN ONE WEEK I NOTICE THERE WERE BUBBLES ON THE SIDE WALL OF 2 OF THE 4, NEXEN CLASSIC PREMERE TIRES THAT CAME WITH THE CAR. I RETURNED TO THE DEALER WHO TOLD ME THAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU HIT POTHOLES. THE CAR HAD BARELY BEEN DRIVEN. THE DEALER WOULD DO NOTHING. ADDITIONALLY...

Mileage: 27,000

MY CAR ALWAYS GETS STUCK IN PARK IF THE CAR IS LEFT RUNNING (EX. PARKED IN DRIVE THRU TO GET FOOD AND COULDN'T MOVE). I HAVE TO TURN THE CAR OFF IN ORDER FOR IT TO CORRECT ITSELF. A TON OF TIMES MY CAR WONT START BECAUSE IT THINKS THE CAR IS NOT IN PARK. 1ST TIME THIS HAPPENED WHILE AT A GROCERY STO...

Mileage: 28,000

TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CONSTANTLY GOES ON AND OFF, CAR CONTINUALLY GETS STUCK IN PARK AND WHILE DRIVING DASH DOESN'T SHOW GEARS. BROUGHT TO DEAL PROVIDED PICTURES AS PROOF AND WAS TOLD THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. ASKED FOR PAPERWORK AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD MAIL IT NEVER RECEIVED PAPERWORK.

Mileage: 53,000

TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CONSTANTLY GOES ON AND OFF, CAR CONTINUALLY GETS STUCK IN PARK AND WHILE DRIVING DASH DOESN'T SHOW GEARS. BROUGHT TO DEAL PROVIDED PICTURES AS PROOF AND WAS TOLD THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. ASKED FOR PAPERWORK AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD MAIL IT NEVER RECEIVED PAPERWORK.

Mileage: 53,000

TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CONSTANTLY GOES ON AND OFF, CAR CONTINUALLY GETS STUCK IN PARK AND WHILE DRIVING DASH DOESN'T SHOW GEARS. BROUGHT TO DEAL PROVIDED PICTURES AS PROOF AND WAS TOLD THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. ASKED FOR PAPERWORK AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD MAIL IT NEVER RECEIVED PAPERWORK.

Mileage: 53,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED, BUT THE CONTACT WAS ABLE ...

Mileage: 40,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FRONT END OF THE V...

I WAS CHANGING THE OIL ON MY CAR AND NOTICED THAT A HOSE BELOW THE CAR BROKE AND WAS LEAKING SOME TYPE OF FLUID. I NOTICED THIS ABOUT 30 MINUTES AGO, BUT THE ISSUE COULD HAVE BEEN GOING ON FOR MUCH LONGER.

Mileage: 51,000

I WAS CHANGING THE OIL ON MY CAR AND NOTICED THAT A HOSE BELOW THE CAR BROKE AND WAS LEAKING SOME TYPE OF FLUID. I NOTICED THIS ABOUT 30 MINUTES AGO, BUT THE ISSUE COULD HAVE BEEN GOING ON FOR MUCH LONGER.

Mileage: 51,000

I WAS CHANGING THE OIL ON MY CAR AND NOTICED THAT A HOSE BELOW THE CAR BROKE AND WAS LEAKING SOME TYPE OF FLUID. I NOTICED THIS ABOUT 30 MINUTES AGO, BUT THE ISSUE COULD HAVE BEEN GOING ON FOR MUCH LONGER.

Mileage: 51,000

2014 KIA FORTE 63000 MILES SHUTS OFF AT RANDOM SPEEDS AND WHEN STOPING OR TURNING THIS IS A EXTREAM SAFETY ISSUE SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE ABOUT THIS DEALER CANT FIGURE IT OUT AND WONT WORK ON IT ANYMORE ITS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ABOUT THIS ISSUE 4 TIMES A WEEK WITH NO HELP

Mileage: 62,845

2014 KIA FORTE 63000 MILES SHUTS OFF AT RANDOM SPEEDS AND WHEN STOPING OR TURNING THIS IS A EXTREAM SAFETY ISSUE SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE ABOUT THIS DEALER CANT FIGURE IT OUT AND WONT WORK ON IT ANYMORE ITS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ABOUT THIS ISSUE 4 TIMES A WEEK WITH NO HELP

Mileage: 62,845

2014 KIA FORTE 63000 MILES SHUTS OFF AT RANDOM SPEEDS AND WHEN STOPING OR TURNING THIS IS A EXTREAM SAFETY ISSUE SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE ABOUT THIS DEALER CANT FIGURE IT OUT AND WONT WORK ON IT ANYMORE ITS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ABOUT THIS ISSUE 4 TIMES A WEEK WITH NO HELP

Mileage: 62,845

INTERMITTENTLY, ON DAYS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT (110+) THE CAR WILL START UP WITH ALL SENSOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, CANNOT SHIFT INTO GEAR WITHOUT PUSHING THE GEAR SHIFT OVERRIDE BUTTON, POWER STEERING DOESN'T WORK, SKID CONTROL ON, AND AC BLOWS HOT AIR. ONCE IT COOLS DOWN THE ISSUE STOPS AND WON'T PRESENT I...

Mileage: 27,000

INTERMITTENTLY, ON DAYS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT (110+) THE CAR WILL START UP WITH ALL SENSOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, CANNOT SHIFT INTO GEAR WITHOUT PUSHING THE GEAR SHIFT OVERRIDE BUTTON, POWER STEERING DOESN'T WORK, SKID CONTROL ON, AND AC BLOWS HOT AIR. ONCE IT COOLS DOWN THE ISSUE STOPS AND WON'T PRESENT I...

Mileage: 27,000

INTERMITTENTLY, ON DAYS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT (110+) THE CAR WILL START UP WITH ALL SENSOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, CANNOT SHIFT INTO GEAR WITHOUT PUSHING THE GEAR SHIFT OVERRIDE BUTTON, POWER STEERING DOESN'T WORK, SKID CONTROL ON, AND AC BLOWS HOT AIR. ONCE IT COOLS DOWN THE ISSUE STOPS AND WON'T PRESENT I...

Mileage: 27,000

WINDSHIELD ON 2010 2014 KIA FORTE SEEMS TO BE EXTREMELY WEAK. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE WINDSHIELD TWICE ON THE 2010 FORTE DUE TO SMALL ROCK HITTING WINDSHIELD AND HAVE TO REPLACE 2014 KIA FORTE WINDSHIELD DUE TO SAME PROBLEM WITH THE WINDSHIELD. IN COMPARISON MY 2003 COROLLA HAS ENDURED THE SAME DRIVIN...

THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT TRACK BREAKS AFTER 66,000 MILES OR NINE MONTHS MAKING THE SEAT SHIFT WILDLY WHILE DRIVING. THE DEALER HAS NO SEAT TRACKS IN STOCK AND NO ETA FOR BACK ORDER. THE SEAT LETS DO NO UNCLASP UNLESS JERKED IN SEVERAL TIMES AFTER THE RELEASE BUTTON IS PRESSED.

Mileage: 66,000

THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT TRACK BREAKS AFTER 66,000 MILES OR NINE MONTHS MAKING THE SEAT SHIFT WILDLY WHILE DRIVING. THE DEALER HAS NO SEAT TRACKS IN STOCK AND NO ETA FOR BACK ORDER. THE SEAT LETS DO NO UNCLASP UNLESS JERKED IN SEVERAL TIMES AFTER THE RELEASE BUTTON IS PRESSED.

Mileage: 66,000

FIRST, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INTERMITTENTLY FAILS AND SHOW INCORRECT RANGE AND FUEL LEVELS. SPEEDOMETER SHOWS CAR IS GOING 0 MPH EVEN WHEN CAR IS MOVING. TACHOMETER SHOWS 0 RPM EVEN WHEN CAR IS IDLING OR MOVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES SINCE 3/8/16. SECOND, BRAKE PADS PROVIDED ON CAR ARE CHEAP AND ...

Mileage: 95,600

FIRST, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INTERMITTENTLY FAILS AND SHOW INCORRECT RANGE AND FUEL LEVELS. SPEEDOMETER SHOWS CAR IS GOING 0 MPH EVEN WHEN CAR IS MOVING. TACHOMETER SHOWS 0 RPM EVEN WHEN CAR IS IDLING OR MOVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES SINCE 3/8/16. SECOND, BRAKE PADS PROVIDED ON CAR ARE CHEAP AND ...

Mileage: 95,600

2014 KIA FORTE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO CRACKS IN VEHICLE TIRES BETWEEN TREADS. CONSUMER HAS DIFFERENT VEHICLE COMPLAINT IN ARTEMIS. *SMD

AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONT-END COLLISION.

Mileage: 9,700

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED....

Mileage: 15,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN CP521 TIRES, SIZE: P215/45R17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH OVER A POTHOLE, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ...

Mileage: 29,000

I WAS PULLING AWAY FROM A RED LIGHT WHEN I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT RIGHT NEXT TO ME. I LOOKED AROUND, SAW NOTHING. THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC NEAR ME AND NO BRIDGES OR OVERPASSES ANYWHERE NEAR. I THEN HEARD SOMETHING THAT SOUNDED LIKE ROCKS ON THE ROOF OF MY CAR. I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND ...

Mileage: 5,000

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, AND OFTEN TIMES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND THEN STARTING TO ACCELERATE AGAIN, THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND TURNS OFF. AT THIS POINT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, BATTERY LIGHT, OIL LIGHT AND OTHERS COME ON. THE VEHICLE THEN NEEDS TO BE PUT IN PARK, AND TURNED OFF, AND RESTARTS WI...

Mileage: 15,085

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, AND OFTEN TIMES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND THEN STARTING TO ACCELERATE AGAIN, THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND TURNS OFF. AT THIS POINT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, BATTERY LIGHT, OIL LIGHT AND OTHERS COME ON. THE VEHICLE THEN NEEDS TO BE PUT IN PARK, AND TURNED OFF, AND RESTARTS WI...

Mileage: 15,085

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, AND OFTEN TIMES WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND THEN STARTING TO ACCELERATE AGAIN, THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND TURNS OFF. AT THIS POINT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, BATTERY LIGHT, OIL LIGHT AND OTHERS COME ON. THE VEHICLE THEN NEEDS TO BE PUT IN PARK, AND TURNED OFF, AND RESTARTS WI...

Mileage: 15,085

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V015000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL AND THE CONTACT HAD TO CALL ANOTHER DEALER TO SCHEDULE A RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT C...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY WITH A STEEP INCLINE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE STEERING SEIZED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP OR TURN THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES ...

Mileage: 20,500

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY WITH A STEEP INCLINE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE STEERING SEIZED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP OR TURN THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES ...

Mileage: 20,500

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY WITH A STEEP INCLINE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE STEERING SEIZED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP OR TURN THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES ...

Mileage: 20,500

ON FEB 14TH, 2015 I WAS DRIVING ON A MAIN ROAD, THERE WAS A SNOW BLIZZARD, IT WAS JUST STARTING, I WAS TRYING TO STOP ON AN INTERSECTION MY SPEED WAS LESS THEN 10MPH, THERE WAS A TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME, MY CAR SLIPPED HITTING THE HOOK ON THE TRUCK. THERE IS A SMALL HOLE ON BUMPER THAT SMALL IMPACT AC...

Mileage: 19,000

THREE OF THE FOUR OEM TIRES THAT CAME ON MY VEHICLE HAVE NEEDED REPLACEMENT DUE TO DAMAGED SIDEWALLS. THE OEM TIRES ARE 16 INCH NEXEN CP671 205/55R16 TIRES, AND MY VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS LESS THAN 23,000 MILES ON IT. THE FIRST TIRE (FRONT PASSENGER) DEVELOPED A WEAK EXTERNAL SIDEWALL ON OR ABOUT 12/3...

Mileage: 23,000

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN TIRES, TIRE LINE: CP671, TIRE SIZE P215/45/17, AND DOT NUMBER: 8E0KAEHL3913. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE EXPLODED AS THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CON...

Mileage: 11,000

RECALL ISSUE ON THAT PERTAINS THE FAN BELT. *TR

THREE OF THE FOUR OEM TIRES THAT CAME ON MY VEHICLE HAVE NEEDED REPLACEMENT DUE TO DAMAGED SIDEWALLS. THE OEM TIRES ARE 16 INCH NEXEN CP671 205/55R16 TIRES, AND MY VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS LESS THAN 23,000 MILES ON IT. *TR THE FIRST TIRE (FRONT PASSENGER) DEVELOPED A WEAK EXTERNAL SIDEWALL ON OR AB...

Mileage: 7,000

THREE OF THE FOUR OEM TIRES THAT CAME ON MY VEHICLE HAVE NEEDED REPLACEMENT DUE TO DAMAGED SIDEWALLS. THE OEM TIRES ARE 16 INCH NEXEN CP671 205/55R16 TIRES, AND MY VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS LESS THAN 23,000 MILES ON IT. *TR THE FIRST TIRE (FRONT PASSENGER) DEVELOPED A WEAK EXTERNAL SIDEWALL ON OR AB...

Mileage: 7,000

WHEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE CAR VIOLENTLY SHOOK. THE DEALERSHIP DECIDED TO RESURFACE MY BRAND NEW ROTORS, ONLY 700 MILES ON THE CAR, RATHER THAN REPLACE. I AM SCARED TO DRIVE THE CAR NOW. *TR

Mileage: 720

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY 2014 KIA FORTE EX FOR ALMOST 2 YEARS NOW. LEASED IT BRAND NEW THE DAY IT LANDED ON THE LOT. I ONLY DRIVE IT TO WORK AND BACK AS WE HAVE A 2014 KIA SORENTO WE DO ALL OUR FAMILY TRAVELING IN. I TOOK THE FORTE TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY AS I WAS HAVING ISSUES WITH THE BLUETOOTH, THE...

Mileage: 33,500

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY 2014 KIA FORTE EX FOR ALMOST 2 YEARS NOW. LEASED IT BRAND NEW THE DAY IT LANDED ON THE LOT. I ONLY DRIVE IT TO WORK AND BACK AS WE HAVE A 2014 KIA SORENTO WE DO ALL OUR FAMILY TRAVELING IN. I TOOK THE FORTE TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY AS I WAS HAVING ISSUES WITH THE BLUETOOTH, THE...

Mileage: 33,500

I HAVE HAD TWO ACCIDENTS ,THE FIRST TIME WHEN I WENT TO TRY AND START MY CAR UP AND IT WOULD NOT START UP. KIA REPLACE MY FUEL PUMP,BELIEVING THAT WAS THE ISSUE. THE SECOND THEY TOLD ME THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSIS A PROBLEM SO IT WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO. *TR

Mileage: 13,000

I HAVE HAD TWO ACCIDENTS ,THE FIRST TIME WHEN I WENT TO TRY AND START MY CAR UP AND IT WOULD NOT START UP. KIA REPLACE MY FUEL PUMP,BELIEVING THAT WAS THE ISSUE. THE SECOND THEY TOLD ME THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSIS A PROBLEM SO IT WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO. *TR

Mileage: 13,000

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A RANDOM SHOOTING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL, WINDOW, SEAT, AND SIDE VIEW MIRROR SONG WITH DRIVER SIDE BACK SEAT WINDOWS. ALSO PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECALL FOR 2014 KIA FORTE HEATING,AIR SYSTEMS UNDER THE HOOD CAR DOES NOT BLOW OUT OF ALL VENT...

Mileage: 4,000

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A RANDOM SHOOTING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL, WINDOW, SEAT, AND SIDE VIEW MIRROR SONG WITH DRIVER SIDE BACK SEAT WINDOWS. ALSO PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECALL FOR 2014 KIA FORTE HEATING,AIR SYSTEMS UNDER THE HOOD CAR DOES NOT BLOW OUT OF ALL VENT...

Mileage: 4,000

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A RANDOM SHOOTING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL, WINDOW, SEAT, AND SIDE VIEW MIRROR SONG WITH DRIVER SIDE BACK SEAT WINDOWS. ALSO PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECALL FOR 2014 KIA FORTE HEATING,AIR SYSTEMS UNDER THE HOOD CAR DOES NOT BLOW OUT OF ALL VENT...

Mileage: 4,000

2014 KIA FORTE KOUP SX, BRAND NEW. THE SIDE WINDOWS ARE FRAMELESS ON THE KOUP, AND MUST DROP 1/4 OF AN INCH TO OPEN THE DOOR, AND RAISE BACK UP TO CLOSE AND FORM A TIGHT SEAL AGAINST THE DOOR SILL. WHEN WINDOWS HAVE FROST OR ICE ON THEM THEY WILL NOT DROP THE REQUIRED 1/4 OF AN INCH FOR THE DOOR TO ...

Mileage: 8,500

2014 KIA FORTE KOUP SX, BRAND NEW. THE SIDE WINDOWS ARE FRAMELESS ON THE KOUP, AND MUST DROP 1/4 OF AN INCH TO OPEN THE DOOR, AND RAISE BACK UP TO CLOSE AND FORM A TIGHT SEAL AGAINST THE DOOR SILL. WHEN WINDOWS HAVE FROST OR ICE ON THEM THEY WILL NOT DROP THE REQUIRED 1/4 OF AN INCH FOR THE DOOR TO ...

Mileage: 8,500

BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS FRAYING AND RIPPING DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT HAS OPENED 2X DURING VEHICLE OPERATION TAIL LIGHTS FAULTY, SPORADICALLY TURNING ON AND OFF. *TR

Mileage: 6,900

BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS FRAYING AND RIPPING DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT HAS OPENED 2X DURING VEHICLE OPERATION TAIL LIGHTS FAULTY, SPORADICALLY TURNING ON AND OFF. *TR

Mileage: 6,900

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE EQUIPPED WITH FOUR NEXEN CP671 TIRES, SIZE P215/45R17. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE DEVELOPED A BLISTER AND EVENTUALLY FLATTENED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE TIRE WITH THE SAME MODEL, BUT EXPERIENCED THE SAME FAILURE. THE CAUSE O...

Mileage: 40

2014 KIA FORTE. VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED INTO FLAMES, AS THE CONSUMER WAS WARMING THE VEHICLE UP.*TA THE FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED A COMPONENT SHORTED OUT THE ENGINE. *JB

ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 28TH, 2014 AT AROUND 7:45AM, MY 2014 KIA FORTE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AS I WAS DRIVING. IT WAS A MOST TERRIFYING EXPERIENCE AS I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, IN THE TURNING LANE UNDER AN OVERPASS. I HAD TO WAIT OVER AN HOUR FOR KIA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND THEREFORE...

Mileage: 13,007

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING IT TO FLIP OVER AND CRASH INTO A DIRT HILL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED MINOR HEAD INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTE...

Mileage: 8,000

ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2014, MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2014 KIA FORTE WHEN THE CAR BEGAN TO SMOKE. AS SOON AS I PULLED THE CAR OVER TO THE SHOULDER, FLAMES CAME OUT OF THE HOOD. THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. KIA CORPORATE WAS NOTIFIED OF THE INCIDENT H...

Mileage: 19,000

I DISCOVERED ALONG WITH OTHER KIA FORTE/K3 OWNERS THAT WHEN IT RAINS, WHETHER IT IS MODERATE OR HEAVY, MASSIVE WATER LEAKS INSIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS ALSO HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS PARKED AND NOT MOVE AN INCH AND STILL I FOUND WATER ALL OVER THE ENGINE(AFTER RAINY DAY), BATTERY TERMINAL, FUSE CA...

Mileage: 1,500

BLOWOUT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

BLOWOUT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

ON 2 OCCASIONS THE CAR HAS STALLED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN.THE FIRST TIME IT WAS IN APRIL 2014.2ND TIME IT HAPPENED WAS AROUND JULY 29TH 2014. I FIRST REPORT IT TO THE DEALERSHIP BACK IN MARCH WHEN I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A OIL CHANGE. THEY WOULD NOT PUT IT DOWN ON THE PAPER WORK TO LOOK AT IT SINCE ...

Mileage: 13,900

KIA FORTE EX 2014 ESC LIGHT CAME ON AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS WONT LIGHT UP WHEN STEPPING ON THE BRAKE. THE BRAKE PEDAL FEELS STIFF WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP. CHECKED ALL PLUGS AND BULBS AND THEY ALL ARE GOOD, CALLED DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT MIGHT BE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AND WILL TAKE ME IN ON MONDAY. *TR

Mileage: 9,612

KIA FORTE EX 2014 ESC LIGHT CAME ON AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS WONT LIGHT UP WHEN STEPPING ON THE BRAKE. THE BRAKE PEDAL FEELS STIFF WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP. CHECKED ALL PLUGS AND BULBS AND THEY ALL ARE GOOD, CALLED DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT MIGHT BE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AND WILL TAKE ME IN ON MONDAY. *TR

Mileage: 9,612

KIA FORTE EX 2014 ESC LIGHT CAME ON AND MY BRAKE LIGHTS WONT LIGHT UP WHEN STEPPING ON THE BRAKE. THE BRAKE PEDAL FEELS STIFF WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP. CHECKED ALL PLUGS AND BULBS AND THEY ALL ARE GOOD, CALLED DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT MIGHT BE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AND WILL TAKE ME IN ON MONDAY. *TR

Mileage: 9,612

THE FRONT BUMPER IS FALLING DOWN. I BOUGHT THE CAR IN SEPTEMBER AND ITS HAD A BLOW OUT ON THE RIGHT BACK TIRE,AND THE BUMPER IS FALLING DOWN. KIA SAID THE CLIPS ON BOTH SIDES WERE BREAKING. THEY DON'T WANT TO FIX IT UNDER WARRANTY!!!! THEY SAID IT HAD TO BE MY FAULT. HOW CAN THAT BE??? THERE IS NO W...

Mileage: 12,483

THE FRONT HEADLIGHT COVERS HAVE LONG CRACKS IN THEM. IT HAS BEEN SITTING IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE? *JS

Mileage: 1,000

TIRE BLOWOUT FRONT DRIVERSIDE. *TR

Mileage: 8,000

TIRE BLOWOUT FRONT DRIVERSIDE. *TR

Mileage: 8,000

TIRE BLOWOUT FRONT DRIVERSIDE. *TR

Mileage: 8,000

BLOWOUT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Mileage: 15,000

BLOWOUT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Mileage: 15,000

BLOWOUT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Mileage: 15,000

BLOWOUT REAR PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Mileage: 26,000

BLOWOUT REAR PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Mileage: 26,000

BLOWOUT REAR PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Mileage: 26,000

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF LEAKED WATER INTO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18 AND THE CURRENT...

Mileage: 18

I TOTALED MY CAR BY HYDROPLANING INTO A GUARDRAIL AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *JS

Mileage: 18,000

I HAVE A 2014 KIA FORTE SINCE SEPTEMBER 2013 ACQUIRED SEVERAL DAYS THE UNIT IS STARTED HAVING A VIBRATION IN THE ENGINE. THESE VIBRATIONS ARE FELT THROUGHOUT THE CAR AND WHEN IN LOW OR STOPPED. I TOOK HIM TO THE SERVICE CENTER WHERE YOU BUY AND SERVICE TECHNICIANS ALWAYS TELL ME THAT NO FAULTS EVERY...

Mileage: 30

VEHICLE LACKS A SPARE TIRE, AND IT WAS NOT DISCLOSED AT TIME OF PURCHASE, NOR DOES IT STATE THIS FACT IN ANY OF ITS PUBLISHED SALES LITERATURE OR WEB SITE PUBLICATIONS. KIA CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS CONTACTED (800-333-4542. LONNIE, EXT. 45804, [XXX]) ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AND CLAIMED THERE WAS NOT ANY N...

Mileage: 82

TURNED ONTO A FAIRLY NARROW STREET WITH CARS PARKED ON BOTH SIDES; I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE MIDDLE OF STREET UNTIL I PASSED ALL PARKED CARS; ATTEMPTED TO MOVE BACK INTO MY LANE AND STEERING WHEEL FROZE AND STARTED JERKING; I WAS HEADED TOWARD A STOP SIGN POLE; I JUMPED THE CURB AND SCRAPPED RIGHT FROM...

Mileage: 1,000

TURNED ONTO A FAIRLY NARROW STREET WITH CARS PARKED ON BOTH SIDES; I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE MIDDLE OF STREET UNTIL I PASSED ALL PARKED CARS; ATTEMPTED TO MOVE BACK INTO MY LANE AND STEERING WHEEL FROZE AND STARTED JERKING; I WAS HEADED TOWARD A STOP SIGN POLE; I JUMPED THE CURB AND SCRAPPED RIGHT FROM...

Mileage: 1,000

TURNED ONTO A FAIRLY NARROW STREET WITH CARS PARKED ON BOTH SIDES; I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE MIDDLE OF STREET UNTIL I PASSED ALL PARKED CARS; ATTEMPTED TO MOVE BACK INTO MY LANE AND STEERING WHEEL FROZE AND STARTED JERKING; I WAS HEADED TOWARD A STOP SIGN POLE; I JUMPED THE CURB AND SCRAPPED RIGHT FROM...

Mileage: 1,000

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN WHICH A MAN RAN A RED LIGHT AS I WAS GOING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. HE HIT MY CAR RIGHT AT THE "HINGE" OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AND HIT ME INTO THE CAR NEXT TO ME. MY SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED AND HE HIT ME GOING 35 MPH. THIS IS NOT COOL, IS THERE ANYT...

Mileage: 13,800

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN WHICH A MAN RAN A RED LIGHT AS I WAS GOING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. HE HIT MY CAR RIGHT AT THE "HINGE" OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AND HIT ME INTO THE CAR NEXT TO ME. MY SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED AND HE HIT ME GOING 35 MPH. THIS IS NOT COOL, IS THERE ANYT...

Mileage: 13,800

ON TWO OCCASIONS I HAVE SMELLED GAS WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE DATE ABOVE IS THE SECOND TIME. THE FIRST WAS AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR 3-4 DAYS AFTER A SNOW STORM IN LATE 2013. THE BRAKES VIBRATE WHEN STOPPING ON A ROUGH SURFACE. KIA CONSUMER AFFAIRS ATTRIBUTES THIS TO THE DESIGN OF T...

Mileage: 1,050

ON TWO OCCASIONS I HAVE SMELLED GAS WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE DATE ABOVE IS THE SECOND TIME. THE FIRST WAS AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR 3-4 DAYS AFTER A SNOW STORM IN LATE 2013. THE BRAKES VIBRATE WHEN STOPPING ON A ROUGH SURFACE. KIA CONSUMER AFFAIRS ATTRIBUTES THIS TO THE DESIGN OF T...

Mileage: 1,050

ON TWO OCCASIONS I HAVE SMELLED GAS WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE DATE ABOVE IS THE SECOND TIME. THE FIRST WAS AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR 3-4 DAYS AFTER A SNOW STORM IN LATE 2013. THE BRAKES VIBRATE WHEN STOPPING ON A ROUGH SURFACE. KIA CONSUMER AFFAIRS ATTRIBUTES THIS TO THE DESIGN OF T...

Mileage: 1,050

SCRATCHES UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON CAR PURCHASED AS NEW MAY INDICATE PRIOR USE AND ODOMETER TAMPER. *TR

Mileage: 14

SCRATCHES UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON CAR PURCHASED AS NEW MAY INDICATE PRIOR USE AND ODOMETER TAMPER. *TR

Mileage: 14

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE I INADVERTENTLY HIT A POTHOLE. IT WAS THE COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR, -20 DEGREES. HITTING THE POTHOLE KNOCKED THE BEAD OF MY TIRE OFF THE RIM. I WENT INTO THE TRUNK TO GET THE SPARE TIRE OUT, AND TO MY SURPRISE. THERE WAS NO SPARE TIRE!!!! THERE WAS A "TIRE MOBILITY KIT". I...

Mileage: 38,000

OUR KIA FORTE WILL NOT DEFOG THE WINDOWS ON THE INSIDE UNTIL IT IS ABOVE 0 WEATHER OR THE SUN IS SHINING BRIGHTLY. I HAVE TO OPEN THE WINDOWS ON THE SIDES TO BACK OUT OR PULL OUT INTO TRAFFIC SO I CAN SEE AND WHEN IT IS 30 BELOW IT ISN'T FUN. THE WINDOW IS CLEAR WHEN I PULL IT OUT OF THE GARAGE IN...

Mileage: 3,000

THIS IS OUR 2ND 2014 KIA FORTE EX WITH NAVIGATION EVERYTHING TOP OF THE LINE... WELL THE FIRST ONE HAD A KNOCK IN THE MOTOR SO THE DEALERSHIP "EXCHANGED" IT AND THIS ONE THE SEAT TAKES ABOUT 5 MIN TO LOCK INTO PLACE AFTER YOU ADJUST IT AND YOU HAVE TO BE DRIVING FOR IT TO LOCK IN. THERE IS A KNOCK W...

Mileage: 90

THIS IS OUR 2ND 2014 KIA FORTE EX WITH NAVIGATION EVERYTHING TOP OF THE LINE... WELL THE FIRST ONE HAD A KNOCK IN THE MOTOR SO THE DEALERSHIP "EXCHANGED" IT AND THIS ONE THE SEAT TAKES ABOUT 5 MIN TO LOCK INTO PLACE AFTER YOU ADJUST IT AND YOU HAVE TO BE DRIVING FOR IT TO LOCK IN. THERE IS A KNOCK W...

Mileage: 90

THIS IS OUR 2ND 2014 KIA FORTE EX WITH NAVIGATION EVERYTHING TOP OF THE LINE... WELL THE FIRST ONE HAD A KNOCK IN THE MOTOR SO THE DEALERSHIP "EXCHANGED" IT AND THIS ONE THE SEAT TAKES ABOUT 5 MIN TO LOCK INTO PLACE AFTER YOU ADJUST IT AND YOU HAVE TO BE DRIVING FOR IT TO LOCK IN. THERE IS A KNOCK W...

Mileage: 90

THIS IS OUR 2ND 2014 KIA FORTE EX WITH NAVIGATION EVERYTHING TOP OF THE LINE... WELL THE FIRST ONE HAD A KNOCK IN THE MOTOR SO THE DEALERSHIP "EXCHANGED" IT AND THIS ONE THE SEAT TAKES ABOUT 5 MIN TO LOCK INTO PLACE AFTER YOU ADJUST IT AND YOU HAVE TO BE DRIVING FOR IT TO LOCK IN. THERE IS A KNOCK W...

Mileage: 90

I WAS IN A THREE VEHICLE ACCIDENT AS THE THIRD CAR. I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME AND IN TURN CAUSED THAT VEHICLE TO HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. I HAD THE BRAKES PRESSED DOWN ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND STILL COULDN'T STOP IN TIME TO PREVENT IMPACT, THERE WERE NOT EVEN ANY SKID MARKS ON THE PAV...

I WAS IN A THREE VEHICLE ACCIDENT AS THE THIRD CAR. I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME AND IN TURN CAUSED THAT VEHICLE TO HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. I HAD THE BRAKES PRESSED DOWN ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND STILL COULDN'T STOP IN TIME TO PREVENT IMPACT, THERE WERE NOT EVEN ANY SKID MARKS ON THE PAV...