2014 KIA Forte Recalls, Complaints and Investigations

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

3 Recalls for 2014 KIA Forte

Recall Date	Component	Summary
2017-12-01	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES	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. 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.
2015-01-16	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	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. 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.
2020-12-02	ENGINE	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. 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 KSDS software update is not yet available for 2014-2015 Forte and Forte Koup and 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid vehicles. A second letter will be sent to those vehicle owners once the software update is available. 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.

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2 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2014 KIA Forte

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Date			Component
2018-06-15
2014-09-26

253 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2014 KIA Forte

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Date			Component
2021-05-10			ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11415949
2021-05-09			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11415717
2021-05-08			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11415626
2021-04-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11414589
2021-04-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11414306
2021-04-22			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11413459
2021-04-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11412970
2021-04-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11412970
2021-04-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11406722
2021-04-11			ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11407470
2021-04-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11406722
2021-03-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11405496
2021-03-31			ENGINE ODI Number: 11405787
2021-03-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11403400
2021-03-17			AIR BAGS \| ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11403533
2021-03-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11403958
2021-03-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11404874
2021-03-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11399978
2021-03-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11398567
2021-03-07			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11399622
2021-03-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11398567
2021-02-26			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11398075
2021-02-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11398201
2021-02-25			AIR BAGS \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11397828
2021-02-19			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11396922
2021-02-19			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11396990
2021-02-21			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| WHEELS ODI Number: 11397163
2021-02-18			ENGINE \| LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST ODI Number: 11396862
2016-11-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10925694
2016-10-22			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10918082
2017-04-04			SEATS \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10970429
2017-08-10			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11014496
2016-09-15			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10906827
2016-08-31			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10899806
2016-08-06			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10893736
2021-02-09			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11395381
2021-02-10			ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11395641
2021-02-08			ENGINE \| STEERING ODI Number: 11395241
2021-02-03			ENGINE ODI Number: 11394525
2021-01-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11388903
2021-01-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11389042
2021-01-25			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11389720
2021-01-26			ENGINE ODI Number: 11390040
2021-01-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11390509
2021-01-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11390262
2021-01-28			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11390435
2021-01-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 11387588
2020-12-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11378248
2020-12-04			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11377904
2020-12-10			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11382819
2020-11-18			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11375324
2020-11-24			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11376122
2016-12-08			AIR BAGS \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10933944
2016-11-18			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10926973
2020-11-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 11374104
2020-10-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11365425
2020-10-17			SERVICE BRAKES \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11364778
2020-10-19			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11365195
2020-10-27			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11366584
2020-09-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11361386
2020-10-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11363472
2020-10-02			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11362334
2020-09-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11355250
2020-09-22			AIR BAGS \| STEERING ODI Number: 11360370
2020-09-01			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11352425
2020-09-07			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STEERING ODI Number: 11353495
2020-08-26			STEERING ODI Number: 11351443
2020-09-02			AIR BAGS \| STEERING ODI Number: 11352871
2020-09-02			STEERING ODI Number: 11352866
2020-08-17			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11349931
2020-08-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11344280
2020-08-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11343637
2020-07-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11341458
2020-07-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11339948
2020-06-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 11328392
2020-06-08			AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE ODI Number: 11327687
2020-06-12			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11328540
2020-06-08			AIR BAGS \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11327760
2020-06-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11329597
2020-06-01			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STEERING ODI Number: 11326909
2020-04-11			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11320821
2020-03-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11317643
2020-03-07			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11316712
2020-03-14			ENGINE ODI Number: 11318075
2020-03-02			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11315635
2020-02-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11309527
2020-02-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11307654
2020-02-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11308652
2020-02-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11307736
2020-02-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11307084
2020-01-26			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11301908
2020-01-30			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11302988
2020-01-28			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11302615
2020-01-19			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11300280
2020-01-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11301489
2020-01-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11297880
2020-01-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11297590
2020-01-12			AIR BAGS \| STEERING \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11298870
2019-12-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11291467
2019-12-13			STEERING ODI Number: 11288979
2019-11-20			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11281391
2019-11-21			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11281555
2019-11-25			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11282363
2019-11-22			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11281777
2019-11-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11281286
2019-11-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11280338
2019-11-12			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11279583
2019-11-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11278110
2019-10-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11270091
2019-10-21			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11269915
2019-08-28			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11252047
2019-08-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11252031
2019-08-17			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11244579
2019-08-15			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11244081
2019-08-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11241992
2019-08-08			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11242438
2019-07-16			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11232590
2019-07-19			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11233448
2019-07-17			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11232783
2019-07-24			POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11234448
2019-10-19			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11269552
2019-10-08			AIR BAGS \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11267068
2019-09-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11258933
2019-09-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11258720
2019-09-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11255202
2019-09-07			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11253783
2019-09-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 11253160
2019-05-01			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11205133
2019-04-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11204101
2019-05-02			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11205174
2019-04-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11196002
2019-04-04			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11193851
2019-04-03			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11193636
2019-07-02			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11229054
2019-07-03			AIR BAGS \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11229223
2019-06-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11221325
2019-06-23			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| STEERING ODI Number: 11221999
2019-06-19			STEERING ODI Number: 11221321
2019-06-29			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11228424
2019-06-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11218307
2019-06-15			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11220246
2019-05-29			AIR BAGS \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11210660
2019-05-28			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11210226
2019-01-29			SEAT BELTS \| SEATS \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11172713
2019-01-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11172678
2019-02-04			STEERING ODI Number: 11173914
2019-01-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11171973
2018-12-27			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11163665
2019-01-02			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11164617
2018-09-28			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11132568
2018-09-25			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11131511
2018-09-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11130517
2018-08-16			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11120494
2018-06-12			AIR BAGS \| ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11101534
2018-05-07			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11092293
2018-05-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11092181
2018-04-25			WHEELS ODI Number: 11090123
2018-04-15			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11085167
2018-04-11			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11084680
2018-04-26			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11090319
2019-03-25			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11191449
2019-03-20			STEERING ODI Number: 11190324
2019-03-11			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11185864
2019-03-04			ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11184172
2019-03-01			STEERING ODI Number: 11183468
2019-02-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| STEERING ODI Number: 11182791
2019-02-12			EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH \| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR ODI Number: 11176611
2019-02-13			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11179793
2019-02-10			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11176074
2019-02-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11175085
2018-03-28			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11081884
2018-03-18			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11080068
2018-03-20			AIR BAGS \| SEATS ODI Number: 11080377
2018-03-14			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11079461
2018-04-06			VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES ODI Number: 11078148
2018-03-09			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11078387
2018-11-29			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11154793
2018-11-12			STEERING ODI Number: 11151044
2018-11-05			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11149473
2018-10-18			STEERING ODI Number: 11141332
2018-10-24			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11142328
2018-10-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11141568
2018-10-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11141374
2018-08-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11118352
2018-08-14			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11119941
2018-08-09			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11118836
2018-07-21			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11112815
2018-07-19			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11112375
2018-07-29			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11114396
2018-07-27			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11114043
2018-07-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11112156
2018-07-19			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11112469
2018-07-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11113392
2018-06-19			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11102522
2018-01-26			ENGINE \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11064999
2018-01-27			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11065434
2018-01-29			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11065605
2017-12-14			STEERING ODI Number: 11054698
2017-11-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11046543
2018-03-29			EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS ODI Number: 11029688
2016-07-15			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10885161
2016-04-19			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10860329
2016-04-08			SEAT BELTS \| SEATS ODI Number: 10854338
2016-03-21			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 10850671
2015-12-22			TIRES ODI Number: 10816160
2015-12-21			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10811378
2015-09-25			TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS ODI Number: 10777688
2015-08-17			TIRES ODI Number: 10749173
2015-08-07			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10746997
2015-06-22			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE \| STEERING ODI Number: 10726592
2015-04-23			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10712412
2015-04-01			POWER TRAIN \| STEERING \| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10703084
2015-03-20			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 10700697
2015-03-16			TIRES ODI Number: 10694572
2015-03-10			TIRES ODI Number: 10693342
2015-03-04			TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10692201
2015-03-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 10692949
2015-02-19			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10689467
2015-02-11			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 10682837
2015-02-12			SUSPENSION \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10683076
2015-01-27			SEATS \| STRUCTURE:BODY \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10679193
2015-01-15			STRUCTURE:BODY \| VISIBILITY ODI Number: 10672819
2015-01-08			TIRES ODI Number: 10671014
2015-01-09			EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 10671490
2015-01-06			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10662832
2014-11-26			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 10661087
2014-10-06			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10641716
2014-09-26			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10639468
2014-09-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 10633424
2014-08-20			TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10626778
2014-08-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 10619114
2014-07-20			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10614825
2014-07-26			ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10616561
2014-07-07			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 10608748
2014-06-12			STRUCTURE:BODY \| TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10597922
2014-06-12			STRUCTURE:BODY \| TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10597920
2014-06-12			STRUCTURE:BODY \| TIRES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10597919
2014-05-29			STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS ODI Number: 10594872
2014-05-18			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10592296
2014-05-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 10586259
2014-04-13			WHEELS ODI Number: 10579416
2014-04-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES \| STEERING ODI Number: 10579471
2014-04-02			ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10576713
2014-04-08			AIR BAGS \| AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW ODI Number: 10578310
2014-03-31			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10575916
2014-03-30			WHEELS ODI Number: 10575749
2014-02-12			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| SEATS \| STEERING ODI Number: 10563944
2014-02-25			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10565838
2013-10-28			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 10549909
2016-06-20			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| STEERING ODI Number: 10875300
2017-02-11			SEATS \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10954000
2018-11-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11154200
2018-08-16			STEERING ODI Number: 11120400

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0 Investigations for 2014 KIA Forte

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component

Manufacturers tell dealers about repairs for on your car. But they won’t tell you – unless you know to ask. Knowledge is power.

184 Service Alerts for 2014 KIA Forte

Date	Description
2022-03-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-01-06	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-01-06	061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-21	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-21	350000 EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-21	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-10-05	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-21	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB – COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA222) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin prov Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-04	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-04	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-23	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-13	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-13	160000 STRUCTURE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-23	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-15	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-25	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-11	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CLOCKSPRING REPLACEMENT FOR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON – DTC B1346/B1481 – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-03-11	140000 AIR BAGS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CLOCKSPRING REPLACEMENT FOR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON – DTC B1346/B1481 – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-03	140000 AIR BAGS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CLOCKSPRING REPLACEMENT FOR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON â¿¿ DTC B1346/B1481 – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the driverâ¿¿s airbag clock spring assembly on some 2012-2013MY Ri Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-04	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-04	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-04	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-21	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB – COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA222) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin prov Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-04	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-25	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-25	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-25	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-25	034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-25	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-27	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE – This bulletin provides information on setting the “Service Interval Reminder” feature available on most Kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be i Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-24	100000 POWER TRAIN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: – TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-23	140000 AIR BAGS REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM: This document is the Request for Reimbursement form for the 2014-2015 MY Kia Forte and Forte Koup vehicle owners to use in the event they incurred expenses related to this Extended Warranty Program prior to t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-23	140000 AIR BAGS WARRANTY EXTENSION – NOTICE TO FORTE AND FORTE KOUP VEHICLE OWNERS – This document is notice to the owners of the 2014-2015 MY Kia Forte and Forte Koup vehicles of the warranty extension on the driver’s front airbag clock spring assembly to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-14	140000 AIR BAGS WARRANTY EXTENSION: QA – This document is the frequently asked question and answer document for the warranty extension (WTY017) on the driver’s front airbag clock spring assembly to fifteen (15) years with unlimited mileage, starting from Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-14	140000 AIR BAGS WARRANTY EXTENSION – NOTICE TO DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGERS – This document is notice to the dealer parts and service managers of the warranty extension on the driver’s front airbag clock spring assembly on 2012-2013 MY Rio and 2014-20 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-14	350000 EQUIPMENT WARRANTY EXTENSION – NOTICE TO DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGERS – This document is notice to the dealer parts and service managers of the warranty extension on the driver’s front airbag clock spring assembly on 2012-2013 MY Rio and 2014-20 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-14	140000 AIR BAGS WARRANTY EXTENSION – NOTICE TO DEALER PRINCIPALS – This document is notice to the dealer principals of the warranty extension on the driver’s front airbag clock spring assembly on 2012-2013 MY Rio and 2014-2015 MY Forte and Forte Koup vehic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-10-15	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TSB084_R3: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-21	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HALOGEN HEAD LAMP LOW BEAM BULB CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information regarding the procedure to repair the bulb connector on some 2010MY~ vehicles listed on the table below, which may exhibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-26	010000 STEERING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-26	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-26	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN – NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180) – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Engine Control Module (ECM) software on some 2014-2016MY Forte (YD) Nu 2.0L GDI SULEV v Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN – NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180) – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Engine Control Module (ECM) software on some 2014-2016MY Forte (YD) Nu 2.0L GDI SULEV v Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-13	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING SC180 Owner Notification Letter – Dear Kia Forte Owner, Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to update the software programming on the Engine Control Module. Kia has become aware that certain 2014-2 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-13	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SC180 Owner Notification Letter – Dear Kia Forte Owner, Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to update the software programming on the Engine Control Module. Kia has become aware that certain 2014-2 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-13	350000 EQUIPMENT SC180 Owner Notification Letter – Dear Kia Forte Owner, Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to update the software programming on the Engine Control Module. Kia has become aware that certain 2014-2 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-05	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED AUDIO CONTROL MALFUNCTION – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, replace the clock spring assembly on some 2014-2018MY Forte (YD/YDm) vehicles, produced from February 20, 2013 throug Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-05	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED AUDIO CONTROL MALFUNCTION – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, replace the clock spring assembly on some 2014-2018MY Forte (YD/YDm) vehicles, produced from February 20, 2013 throug Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-05	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TSB: STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED AUDIO CONTROL MALFUNCTION – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, replace the clock spring assembly on some 2014-2018MY Forte (YD/YDm) vehicles, produced from February 20, 2013 throug Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-06-11	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE TSB: AIR DRAIN CASE REPLACEMENT – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Air Drain Case on some 2014-2018MY Soul (PS), produced from July 21, 2013 through June 1 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING SC180 – This document is the dealer principal notification advising of a new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine, to update the catalyst heating logic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING SC180 – This document contains questions and answers regarding the SC180 Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine to update the catalyst heating logic in th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SC180 – This document contains questions and answers regarding the SC180 Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine to update the catalyst heating logic in th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	350000 EQUIPMENT SC180 – This document contains questions and answers regarding the SC180 Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine to update the catalyst heating logic in th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING SC180 – This document is the Dealer Service Manager notification of the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine to update the catalyst heating logic in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SC180 – This document is the Dealer Service Manager notification of the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine to update the catalyst heating logic in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-10	350000 EQUIPMENT SC180 – This document is the Dealer Service Manager notification of the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter GDI SULEV engine to update the catalyst heating logic in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-29	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin is issued to provide information about the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some vehicles which might experience a â¿¿knockâ¿ noise originating from the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-29	016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin is issued to provide information about the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some vehicles which might experience a â¿¿knockâ¿ noise originating from the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-18	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all Kia vehicles equipped with Gasoline Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-10-19	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP: CYLINDER HEAD STEEL BALL INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION – This Pitstop provides information regarding the inspection and installation of the steel sealing ball on: * 3.3L & 3.8L Lambda engines for 2007-2008MY Sorento (BL), * 2.0L Nu e Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-10-19	060000 ENGINE (PWS) PITSTOP: CYLINDER HEAD STEEL BALL INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION – This Pitstop provides information regarding the inspection and installation of the steel sealing ball on: * 3.3L & 3.8L Lambda engines for 2007-2008MY Sorento (BL), * 2.0L Nu e Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-27	063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM TSB – CANISTER CLOSE VALVE INSPECTION AND AIR DRAIN CASE REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and if necessary, replace the Air Drain Case on some 2014-18MY Soul (PS), produced from July 21, 2013 through June 1, 201 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-06	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TSB – HEAD UNIT MISMATCH WITH MICROPHONE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding correct 3.3 Volt and 8 Volt microphone (MIC) matching with head unit part numbers on Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-12	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB – HEAD UNIT MISMATCH WITH MICROPHONE – This bulletin provides information regarding correct 3.3 Volt and 8 Volt microphone (MIC) matching with head unit part numbers on some 2014-2015MY vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-02	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PITSTOP – ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES – In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-16	106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT TSB – DRIVESHAFT SERVICEABILITY – This bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for Kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-11-20	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB – IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL SC150 – OWNER LETTER – Notice to vehicle owners advising them of the Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions standards, to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SC150 – OWNER LETTER – Notice to vehicle owners advising them of the Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions standards, to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS SC150 – EMISSIONS LABEL – to affix under the hood of the vehicle once the campaign has been completed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-25	010000 STEERING TSB – STEERING GEAR YOKE PLUG AND ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the steering gear box yoke plug and assembly on some 2014-2017MY Forte (YD), produced from February 18, 2013 through November 15, 2016, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-25	013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) TSB – STEERING GEAR YOKE PLUG AND ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the steering gear box yoke plug and assembly on some 2014-2017MY Forte (YD), produced from February 18, 2013 through November 15, 2016, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-25	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB – STEERING GEAR YOKE PLUG AND ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the steering gear box yoke plug and assembly on some 2014-2017MY Forte (YD), produced from February 18, 2013 through November 15, 2016, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-31	117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL PITSTOP – INSTANTANEOUS FUEL MILEAGE NOT PRESENT ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY – This Pitstop provides information regarding the instantaneous fuel mileage not displayed in the fuel economy menu of the trip computer in Type A instrument clu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-22	350000 EQUIPMENT SC150 – TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) – This publication gives the dealers the instructions on how to do the repair. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-22	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL SC150 – TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) – This publication gives the dealers the instructions on how to do the repair. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	350000 EQUIPMENT SC150 – QA – List of Campaign Questions and Answers Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL SC150 – QA – List of Campaign Questions and Answers Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL SC150 -PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD – Dealers to give customers in California and the S.177 States Proof of Correction Cards showing that the recall has been completed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	350000 EQUIPMENT SC150 -PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD – Dealers to give customers in California and the S.177 States Proof of Correction Cards showing that the recall has been completed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL SC150 – NOTICE TO DEALER SERVICE MANAGERS – Notice to dealer service managers of a Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SC150 – NOTICE TO DEALER SERVICE MANAGERS – Notice to dealer service managers of a Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SC150 – NOTICE TO DEALER SERVICE MANAGERS – Notice to dealer service managers of a Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL SC150 – NOTICE TO DEALER PRINCIPALS – Notice to Dealer Principals of the Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions standards, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SC150 – NOTICE TO DEALER PRINCIPALS – Notice to Dealer Principals of the Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions standards, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-09	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SC150 – NOTICE TO DEALER PRINCIPALS – Notice to Dealer Principals of the Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign on certain 2014-2016 MY Kia Forte SULEV vehicles equipped with the 1.8L engine and designed to meet California emissions standards, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-12-06	200000 WHEELS TSB – FRONT WHEEL HUB BEARING AND CASTLE NUTS REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front wheel hub bearing and both front castle nuts on some 2014MY Forte (YD) vehicles, produced from February 18, 2013 through F Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-09-26	020000 SUSPENSION TSB – COMBINATION TSB/SERVICE ACTION: ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE (SA312) – REVISED – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the alternator pulley on some 2014-2016MY Forte (YD) vehicles with 1.8L and 2.0L Nu engines, produced from Fe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-06-27	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION – When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-22	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-04-01	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL TECH TIP: System Setting DTC P0461A – This article provides the repair procedure for System Setting DTC P0461A. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-06	353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) PITSTOP: DIAGNOSING SIRIUS TRAFFIC ISSUES – This article provides diagnostic information in regards to specific Sirius traffic customer complaints, as detailed in this Article. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-20	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER TSB: TESTING A/C COMPRESSOR FUNCTION USING GDS – This bulletin provides information on a new procedure to test A/C compressor function using the GDS. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-11	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-11	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-06-11	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS when tur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-19	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS – A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-19	073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS – A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-05-22	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? DTC P0741 – This bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the Damper Clutch (D/C) Solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with DTC P0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-21	130000 VISIBILITY TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING – Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-21	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING – Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-09-29	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TSB: PROPER OIL GRADE / VISCOSITY SELECTION FOR TURBO EQUIPPED VEHICLES – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE PROPER ENGINE OIL GRADE / VISCOSITY TO BE USED WHEN SERVICING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TURBOCHARGER. IN ADDITION TO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-30	133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS TSB: COMBINED TSB / SERVICE ACTION: REAR DOOR WINDOW MOTOR REPLACEMENT (SA260) – This bulletin describes the procedure to replace both rear door power window motors on some 2014-15MY Forte (YD) vehicles, produced from February 1, 2013 throu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-30	137200 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR TSB: COMBINED TSB / SERVICE ACTION: REAR DOOR WINDOW MOTOR REPLACEMENT (SA260) – This bulletin describes the procedure to replace both rear door power window motors on some 2014-15MY Forte (YD) vehicles, produced from February 1, 2013 throu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-08-20	020000 SUSPENSION PITSTOP: CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION – Some 2014MY Forte vehicles, manufactured prior to September 2013, may exhibit a clicking type noise from the front suspension when carrying a full load of passengers and turning the wheel in e Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-08-20	200000 WHEELS PITSTOP: CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION – Some 2014MY Forte vehicles, manufactured prior to September 2013, may exhibit a clicking type noise from the front suspension when carrying a full load of passengers and turning the wheel in e Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-08-06	353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) TSB: NAVIGATION UNIT PART NUMBER AND SD CARD COMPATIBILITY – This bulletin provides information regarding navigation unit part numbers, and compatible SD Card part numbers, for some Cadenza (VG), Sorento (XMa) and Forte (YD) vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-08-22	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC005) – This bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the engine control unit (ECU) in certain vehicles sold in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-02-28	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: UVO UPGRADE ? SORENTO (XM) AND FORTE (YD) – This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the UVO system on some 2014MY Sorento (XM), produced from January 22, 2013 through April 30, 2013, and 2014MY Forte (YD), produced from Janu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-02-28	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: UVO UPGRADE ? SORENTO (XM) AND FORTE (YD) – This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the UVO system on some 2014MY Sorento (XM), produced from January 22, 2013 through April 30, 2013, and 2014MY Forte (YD), produced from Janu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-11-15	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC P0461 (SA156) – This bulletin provides information related to an ECM software upgrade for 2014MY Forte (YD) vehicles with 2.0L GDI engine, produced from January 31, 2013 to Septembe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-11-15	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC P0461 (SA156) – This bulletin provides information related to an ECM software upgrade for 2014MY Forte (YD) vehicles with 2.0L GDI engine, produced from January 31, 2013 to Septembe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-09	061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER TURBOCHARGER OIL LINE INSPECTION – Follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-09	061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER TURBOCHARGER OIL LINE INSPECTION – Follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-09	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE TURBOCHARGER OIL LINE INSPECTION – Follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-17	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC005) – This bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the engine control unit (ECU) in certain vehicles sold in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-11	162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID TSB: SERVICE ACTION: GAP BETWEEN FORTE SPOILER AND TRUNK LID (SA154) – Some 2014MY Forte vehicles produced from April 24, 2013 to August 27, 2013 and equipped with a Kia accessory spoiler, may exhibit a gap forming between the adhesive tape Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-07-08	010000 STEERING TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT – Rev 2 – This bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the MDPS motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the MDPS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-11-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE KIA: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATES WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AND TO PREVENT OR CORRECT THIS CONDITION, THE ECM NEED TO BE REPROGRAMMED. MODEL 2015 FORTE. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-21	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA222) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM ON SOME 2014~2016MY SOUL (PS), SORENTO (XMA), OPTIMA (TF/QF), FORTE (YD) AND SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES TO ADDRESS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-21	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA222) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM ON SOME 2014~2016MY SOUL (PS), SORENTO (XMA), OPTIMA (TF/QF), FORTE (YD) AND SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES TO ADDRESS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-28	162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR PITSTOP: FRAMELESS WINDOW SHORT DROP FEATURE INOPERATIVE – SOME FORTE KOUP (YD) VEHICLES, PRODUCED BEFORE OCTOBER 1, 2014, MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY WHEN OPENING/CLOSING THE DOORS IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES, DUE TO THE OPERATION OF THE SHORT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-28	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL PITSTOP: FRAMELESS WINDOW SHORT DROP FEATURE INOPERATIVE – SOME FORTE KOUP (YD) VEHICLES, PRODUCED BEFORE OCTOBER 1, 2014, MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY WHEN OPENING/CLOSING THE DOORS IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES, DUE TO THE OPERATION OF THE SHORT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-05-29	100000 POWER TRAIN TSB: 6-SPEED A/T TRANSMISSION ADAPTIVE VALUES RESET/RELEARN – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE ECM/PCM. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-18	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL PITSTOP: MANUAL EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS TEST FOR HARD TO FIND/SMALL LEAKS – If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated with DTC(s) P0442, P0455, P0456, or P0457 (Evaporative Emissions System-Leak detected) and the evaporative (EVA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-18	354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-18	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-17	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. TSB: BASE AUDIO SYSTEM UPGRADE – This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software of some 2014MY Soul (PS), Sorento (XMa), Optima (TF, QF), Forte (YD), Sportage (SL), and Rio (UB) vehicles, to improve Blueto Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-17	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: BASE AUDIO SYSTEM UPGRADE – This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software of some 2014MY Soul (PS), Sorento (XMa), Optima (TF, QF), Forte (YD), Sportage (SL), and Rio (UB) vehicles, to improve Blueto Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-17	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. TSB: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE – This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the UVO system on some 2014-2016MY Soul (PS), Sorento (XMa)/(UMa), Optima (TF HEV), Forte (YD), Sportage (SL), 2015-2016MY Sedona (YP), and 2014-2015(MY) Optima (Q Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-10-14	072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP PITSTOP: NO START OR HARD TO START CONCERNS – Some 2014~2015MY Forte Koup / 5 DR equipped with a 1.6L GDI Turbo and produced before July 14, 2014, may experience a hard to start concern or idle rpm fluctuations while stationary. If you enco Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-10-14	092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP PITSTOP: NO START OR HARD TO START CONCERNS – Some 2014~2015MY Forte Koup / 5 DR equipped with a 1.6L GDI Turbo and produced before July 14, 2014, may experience a hard to start concern or idle rpm fluctuations while stationary. If you enco Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-10-14	113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY PITSTOP: NO START OR HARD TO START CONCERNS – Some 2014~2015MY Forte Koup / 5 DR equipped with a 1.6L GDI Turbo and produced before July 14, 2014, may experience a hard to start concern or idle rpm fluctuations while stationary. If you enco Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-31	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION – This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-31	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION – This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-10-07	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS FOR SMART KEY FOB SYSTEMS AND START/STOP BUTTONS – This bulletin provides information related to the Smart Key Systems on vehicles equipped with A/T (automatic transaxle) and Start/Stop Buttons (SSB). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-04	170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-04	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-15	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: BASE AUDIO SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA 223) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE BASE AUDIO SYSTEM SOFTWARE OF SOME 2014MY SOUL (PS), OPTIMA (TF/QF), SORENTO (XMA), SPORTAGE (SL), RIO (UB), AND FORT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-02	123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS TSB: WATER LEAK/CONDENSATION IN REAR COMBINATION TAIL LAMP(S) – ON SOME 2014~2015MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES, CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT WATER DROPLETS FORMING INSIDE THE REAR TAIL LAMP LENSES FOLLOWING A RAINSTORM OR AFTER WASHING THEIR VEHIC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-02	160000 STRUCTURE TSB: WATER LEAK/CONDENSATION IN REAR COMBINATION TAIL LAMP(S) – ON SOME 2014~2015MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES, CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT WATER DROPLETS FORMING INSIDE THE REAR TAIL LAMP LENSES FOLLOWING A RAINSTORM OR AFTER WASHING THEIR VEHIC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-02	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: WATER LEAK/CONDENSATION IN REAR COMBINATION TAIL LAMP(S) – ON SOME 2014~2015MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES, CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT WATER DROPLETS FORMING INSIDE THE REAR TAIL LAMP LENSES FOLLOWING A RAINSTORM OR AFTER WASHING THEIR VEHIC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-23	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: UVO SOFTWARE UPGRADE – MEDIA BUTTON INOPERATIVE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM OF SOME 2014~2015MY SPORTAGE (SL), FORTE (YD), OPTIMA (TF/QF), OPTIMA HYBRID (TF HEV) AND SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, WHICH Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-23	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: UVO SOFTWARE UPGRADE – MEDIA BUTTON INOPERATIVE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM OF SOME 2014~2015MY SPORTAGE (SL), FORTE (YD), OPTIMA (TF/QF), OPTIMA HYBRID (TF HEV) AND SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, WHICH Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-29	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: COMBINED TSB /SERVICE ACTION: MIL ON WITH DTC C1212 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA216) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE ECM SOFTWARE UPGRADE OF SOME 2014~2015MY FORTE (YD), PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 7, 2013 TO APRIL 16, 2015, AN Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-29	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TSB: COMBINED TSB /SERVICE ACTION: MIL ON WITH DTC C1212 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA216) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE ECM SOFTWARE UPGRADE OF SOME 2014~2015MY FORTE (YD), PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 7, 2013 TO APRIL 16, 2015, AN Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-10-19	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: KDS – AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) – THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-10-19	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: KDS – AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) – THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-10-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) KIA: MY FORTE 2014-2015 SOME MODELS MAY EXPERIENCE A HARD OR NO START WHILE STATIONARY. *LJ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-09-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-09-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-12-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-12-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2012-10-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-04-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-04-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2014-08-01	021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-09-01	063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-09-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-11-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-11-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-10-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-17	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM ON SOME 2014 MY SOUL (PS), SORENTO (XMA), OPTIMA (TF/QF), FORTE (YD) AND SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES TO IMPROVE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY, VOICE RECOGNITION, AND TO IMPROVE “INCOMING Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-17	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM ON SOME 2014 MY SOUL (PS), SORENTO (XMA), OPTIMA (TF/QF), FORTE (YD) AND SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES TO IMPROVE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY, VOICE RECOGNITION, AND TO IMPROVE “INCOMING Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-04-03	160000 STRUCTURE PITSTOP: WATER LEAKING INTO TRUNK AND/OR REAR FLOORBOARD AREA – ON SOME 2014MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES, PRODUCED PRIOR TO MAY 21, 2014, CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF WATER LEAKING INTO THE TRUNK AND/OR REAR FLOORBOARD AREA, AFTER A RAINSTORM OR A C Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-04-03	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP: WATER LEAKING INTO TRUNK AND/OR REAR FLOORBOARD AREA – ON SOME 2014MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES, PRODUCED PRIOR TO MAY 21, 2014, CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF WATER LEAKING INTO THE TRUNK AND/OR REAR FLOORBOARD AREA, AFTER A RAINSTORM OR A C Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-09-21	060000 ENGINE (PWS) TSB: ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR PULLEY. SOME 2014-16MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES WITH 1.8L AND 2.0L NU ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE AN UNUSUAL ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE THAT IS SOMETIMES MOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-03	100000 POWER TRAIN TSB: 6-SPD. A/T ADAPTIVE VALUE RESET /RELEARN – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE PCM/TCM. AFTER THE ADAPTIVE VALUES A Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-08-12	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-09-02	020000 SUSPENSION PITSTOP: CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION – SOME 2014-2016MY FORTE (YD) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLICKING TYPE NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN CARRYING A FULL LOAD OF PASSENGERS AND TURNING THE WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION AT LOW SPEEDS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-09-30	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER – DESICCANT REPLACEMENT – IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. T Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-06-26	353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-06-26	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-07-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) KIA: CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CKP) VARIATION HAS NOT LEARNED CAUSING MISFIRE OF ENGINE AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) TO COME IN DASH. MODEL ALL. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014 KIA Forte

3 Recalls for 2014 KIA Forte

2 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2014 KIA Forte

253 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2014 KIA Forte

0 Investigations for 2014 KIA Forte

184 Service Alerts for 2014 KIA Forte

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2014 KIA Forte

3 Recalls for 2014 KIA Forte

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