Kia Forte
EPA MPG:
29 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
29 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
Learn More.
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2024 Forte will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 model and the Kia brand score.
The 2016 Kia Forte has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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The 2016 Kia Forte has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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2016 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
This Car
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Kia Forte
Kia Forte
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Toyota Prius V
Toyota Prius V
Volkswagen Jetta
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Kia vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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Engine Electrical
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Fuel System/Emissions
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Exhaust
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Suspension/Steering
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Brakes
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Climate System
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Electrical Accessories
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
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In-car Electronics
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Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
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2021
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Powertrain
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2021
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2022
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2024
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Engine Major
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2021
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2022
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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2024
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Engine Electrical
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2014*
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2019*
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2020
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2021
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2022
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2023
2024
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Transmission Major
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2020
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2021
NA
2022
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2023
2024
NA
Transmission Minor
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2021
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Drive System
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Fuel System/Emissions
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2021
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2022
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Exhaust
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2014*
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2020
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2021
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2022
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2023
2024
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Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
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Brakes
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Climate System
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Build Quality
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2022
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Electrical Accessories
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2022
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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2024
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Noises/Leaks
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2010*
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2014*
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2019*
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2022
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Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
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2001
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2010*
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2012
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2014*
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2019*
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2020
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2021
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2022
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2023
2024
NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Aug 09, 2021
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Summary:
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."
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
21V622000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
253074
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