Kia Forte Koup recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
5 recalls found for the Kia Forte Koup in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 52 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Kia Forte Koup | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Kia Forte Koup | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 Kia Forte Koup | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Kia Forte Koup | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 Kia Forte Koup | 4 | 16 |
| 2012 Kia Forte Koup | 4 | 14 |
| 2011 Kia Forte Koup | 2 | 8 |
| 2010 Kia Forte Koup | 2 | 11 |
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Newest Kia Forte Koup recalls
- Sep 25, 202323V652000Service brakes, hydraulic1,730,192 vehiclesKia Borrego, Rio and 10 more models
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Park outside until repaired
- Jan 25, 202222V031000Air bags410,619 vehiclesKia Sedona, Soul and 3 more models
The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit.
- Dec 2, 202020V750000Engine294,756 vehiclesKia Forte, Forte Koup and 4 more models
An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
- Jun 1, 201818V363000Air bags507,587 vehiclesKia Forte, Forte Koup and 3 more models
In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
- Dec 1, 201717V773000Service brakes, hydraulic134,366 vehiclesKia Forte and Forte Koup
The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.