NHTSA Recall Check

2014 Kia Forte Recalls

NHTSA reports 3 open safety recalls for the 2014 Kia Forte. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2014 Kia Forte

20V750000Reported 02/12/2020

ENGINE

Summary

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 20V750000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

17V773000Reported 01/12/2017

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Summary

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 17V773000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

15V015000Reported 16/01/2015

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Summary

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 15V015000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

Confirm the recall applies to your specific Kia Forte by checking the VIN above.
Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
Call any authorized Kia dealer and reference the campaign number.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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