Free safety data straight from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Recalls, consumer complaints, and crash test ratings — everything you need before you buy.
| Year | Overall | Front Crash | Side Crash | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
No recalls found for the Kia Forte in recent model years. That's a good sign!
Real complaints filed with NHTSA by Kia Forte owners. These reports help identify common issues and potential safety concerns.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN,LANE DEPARTURE | 1 |
My car would not go when i gave it gas on a major highway with mu 3 children in the back seat. We almost got into a wreck.
Suspension noise over bumps
Exposed electric wires, airbag system failure codes, breaks non resistance in functional limitation of human safety. Voltage malfunction involves hazardous crash impact results
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