2024 Kia Forte: Problems & Reliability
SOLID2024 Kia Forte: SOLID — 26 owner complaints, a typical complaint rate for ~2 years on the road; top issue: engine (8 complaints).
CarWhere's verdict score for the 2024 is 0.35, where 1.00 is a typical Forte year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road. That is in best territory, but the year isn't eligible for best (too new, or a confirmed issue overlaps it), so it rates solid. 55% of its complaints are severe — a crash, fire, injury or a safety-critical system.
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2013–2024 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
26
NHTSA complaints
0.35
Verdict score (1.00 = typical Forte year)
21
Service bulletins
0
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2024 Kia Forte problems
Engine is the clear leader, named in 31% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2024 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 9 | 35% |
| Engine | 8 | 31% |
| Air bags | 7 | 27% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 23% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 4 | 15% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2024 Kia Forte recalls
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2024 Kia Forte.
2024 Kia Forte service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 21 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2024 — fewer than the 99 of the median Forte year from 2013 to 2024. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (7), suspension (3), powertrain / transmission (3). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2024 vs. the year before and after
From the 2023 to the 2024, owner complaints fell by more than half (66 → 26) — an improvement.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Forte | SOLID | 66 | 45 | 3 | — |
| 2024 (this page) | SOLID | 26 | 21 | 0 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Kia Forte years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2024 Kia Forte
Engine (8 complaints on the 2024): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Air bags (7 complaints on the 2024): confirm the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that every air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
Electrical system (6 complaints on the 2024): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Powertrain / transmission (4 complaints on the 2024): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Suspension (2 complaints on the 2024): listen for clunks over bumps, look for leaking struts and check for uneven tire wear.
Nearby Forte years with a better rating: 2022.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Kia Forte reliable?
2024 Kia Forte: SOLID — 26 owner complaints, a typical complaint rate for ~2 years on the road; top issue: engine (8 complaints). CarWhere's verdict score for the 2024 is 0.35, where 1.00 is a typical Forte year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road. That is in best territory, but the year isn't eligible for best (too new, or a confirmed issue overlaps it), so it rates solid.
What are the most common 2024 Kia Forte problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2024 Kia Forte are unknown or other (9, 35%), engine (8, 31%), air bags (7, 27%). The manufacturer has 21 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Forte have?
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2024 Kia Forte. Recall status is VIN-specific, so still check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2024 Kia Forte before buying?
Decode the VIN free at carwhere.com/tools/vin-decoder to confirm the build, then run the $9.99 CarWhere Full VIN Report for the exact VIN — recall, complaint, and service-bulletin record for this model year, the original window sticker where the manufacturer publishes one, and a market price check from verified buyers. One-time purchase, no subscription.
Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2024 Kia Forte come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the verdict is CarWhere’s severity-weighted, time-on-road-adjusted score compared with the model’s own median year. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.