2022 Kia Forte recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Kia Forte. Each is fixed free of charge by a Kia dealer.

Key takeaways

  • 1 NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2022 Kia Forte.
  • Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer, with no expiry for safety recalls.
  • Confirm with your VIN - a model-year recall may not include your car.

STEERING:COLUMN

Campaign 22V304000 · 2022-05-05

Defect: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Check your VIN at NHTSA

Other 2022 Kia Forte specs

Other Forte years

Recall records are published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and shown here as received. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, so the definitive check is your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.