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Kia Forte recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns and 2,539 owner complaints for the Kia Forte, covering model years 2009 to 2024. The 2014 model year drew the most complaints (441), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 18 recall campaigns on file
  • 2,539 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 16 model years with data (2009–2024)
  • most complaints: 2014 (441 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (1,124 complaints)
  • latest recall 24V244000 (reported Apr 1, 2024)
  • 236 complaints reporting a crash (9.3%)
  • 137 complaints reporting a fire (5.4%)
  • 151 complaints reporting an injury (5.9%)
  • 10 complaints reporting a death (0.4%)

Kia Forte complaints by model year

16 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2014 model year has the most complaints: 441 of 2,539, or 17.4%. Next come 2017 (302) and 2012 (292). The fewest are for 2009, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Kia Forte owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2009–2024Column chart of 2,539 complaints across 16 model years. The highest is 2014 with 441. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2009: 1 complaint120092010: 221 complaints22120102011: 153 complaints15320112012: 292 complaints29220122013: 195 complaints19520132014: 441 complaints44120142015: 259 complaints25920152016: 135 complaints13520162017: 302 complaints30220172018: 136 complaints13620182019: 147 complaints14720192020: 76 complaints7620202021: 68 complaints6820212022: 26 complaints2620222023: 62 complaints6220232024: 25 complaints252024
Show the figures for all 16 model years
Kia Forte complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Kia Forte complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200910000
2010221214131
20111532812211
20122922023163
20131951613121
20144413236230
2015259162091
2016135166100
2017302239142
201813613380
201914711450
2020769240
20216811070
2022263120
20236211451
2024256020
All model years2,53923613715110

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Kia Forte components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 1,124 complaints (44.3% of all 2,539), followed by Electrical System (320) and Air Bags (294).

Components named most often in Kia Forte complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Kia Forte complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine1,12444.3%
Unknown or Other32312.7%
Electrical System32012.6%
Air Bags29411.6%
Power Train2168.5%
Exterior Lighting1766.9%
Steering1626.4%
Service Brakes1556.1%
Fuel/Propulsion System1154.5%
Vehicle Speed Control1104.3%
Structure803.2%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic622.4%
Engine and Engine Cooling562.2%
Seat Belts562.2%
Wheels552.2%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Kia Forte recalls

18 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Forte, newest first. The 18 campaigns cover model years 2010 to 2023. The 2013 model year appears in the most campaigns (5).

  • 18 recall campaigns
  • 2 “Do Not Drive” advisories
  • 1 “Park Outside” advisory
Kia Forte recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2010: 3 campaigns2011: 3 campaigns2012: 4 campaigns2013: 5 campaigns2014: 3 campaigns2015: 1 campaign2016: 1 campaign2017: 3 campaigns2018: 3 campaigns2019: 2 campaigns
2020: no campaigns2021: 2 campaigns2022: 1 campaign2023: 3 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 24V244000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm

    Model year 2023

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.

    Consequence:
    Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 23V652000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2010–2013

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 23V649000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm

    Model year 2023

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.

    Consequence:
    Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 22V906000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm

    Model year 2023

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.

    Consequence:
    A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 22V304000

    Reported

    Steering › Column

    Model years 2021–2022

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

    Consequence:
    Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 22V031000

    Reported

    Air Bags

    Model years 2017–2018

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.

    Consequence:
    Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 21V622000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Latch

    Model years 2016–2018

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

    Consequence:
    A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 21V260000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication › Pump

    Model years 2017–2018

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.

    Consequence:
    A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 21V164000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger; Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module

    Model year 2021

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 20V750000

    Reported

    Engine

    Model years 2012–2015

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

Show 8 more recalls

  1. NHTSA campaign 20V459000

    Reported

    Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

    Model year 2019

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.

    Consequence:
    A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 18V771000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Headlights

    Model year 2019

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 18V363000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module

    Model years 2010–2013

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.

    Consequence:
    If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 17V773000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages

    Model years 2012–2014

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.

    Consequence:
    If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 16V312000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Front › Retractor

    Model year 2013

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.

    Consequence:
    If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is SC132.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 16V070000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines

    Model year 2011

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Forte vehicles manufactured August 27, 2010, to November 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

    Consequence:
    If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission cooler hose, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC129.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 15V015000

    Reported

    Electrical System

    Model year 2014

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kia Forte vehicles manufactured December 5, 2012, to April 17, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the cooling fan resistor may overheat and melt.

    Consequence:
    If the cooling fan resistor overheats and melts, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Kia will notify owners, and for vehicles produced from December 5, 2012 to January 27, 2014, dealers will replace the cooling fan resistor and multi-fuse unit. For vehicles produced from January 28, 2014 to April 17, 2014, dealers will replace the multi-fuse unit only. Owners of vehicles with a 1.8L engine will also have the engine control unit software updated. The recall began on February 20, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC113.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 13V114000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch

    Model year 2010

    Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.

    Consequence:
    Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.

    Filed by Kia America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Kia Forte questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Kia Forte have?

NHTSA lists 18 vehicle recall campaigns for the Kia Forte, covering model years 2009 to 2024. The most recent, 24V244000, was reported on April 1, 2024 and is filed under “Suspension”. The 2013 model year is covered by the most campaigns (5).

Which Kia Forte model year has the most complaints?

The 2014 model year, with 441 of the 2,539 complaints in NHTSA’s file (17.4%). The next are 2017 (302) and 2012 (292). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Kia Forte complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 1,124 complaints, or 44.3% of all 2,539. Electrical System (320) and Air Bags (294) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Kia Forte?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Kia dealer.

How many Kia Forte complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 2,539 complaints, 236 report a crash, 137 a fire, 151 at least one injury and 10 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

Other Kia models

8 models · most complaints first

The Kia models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Kia VIN decoder with every Kia model page, WMI code and VIN note.

  • Kia Sorento 2003–2026 · 40 recalls · 10,159 complaints
  • Kia Optima 2001–2020 · 22 recalls · 7,499 complaints
  • Kia Soul 2010–2025 · 15 recalls · 5,532 complaints
  • Kia Sportage 1995–2026 · 36 recalls · 4,687 complaints
  • Kia Sedona 2002–2021 · 23 recalls · 2,406 complaints
  • Kia Telluride 2020–2027 · 19 recalls · 2,009 complaints
  • Kia Sephia 1995–2003 · 7 recalls · 1,687 complaints
  • Kia Rio 2000–2023 · 11 recalls · 1,290 complaints

All Kia models and WMI codesLook up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.