KIAFORTE
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2019 KIA FORTE recalls
There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this vehicle configuration.
Live NHTSA dataVehicle taxonomy resolved as KIA FORTE.
Most-mentioned components
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · 1POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT · 1
Campaign 18V771000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Jul 10, 2020
Summary
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."
Risk
If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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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.
Campaign 20V459000
Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft
May 8, 2020
Summary
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.
Risk
A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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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.
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