Vehicle recall 18V771000 · October 31, 2018
2019 Kia Forte
The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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."
- Consequence
- If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V771000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 31, 2018
- Filed by
- Kia Motors America
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC171
- Owner notification
- November 30, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,754
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
Vehicles covered
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