2013 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.

6 Recalls for 2013 KIA Forte

Recall Date	Component	Summary
1970-01-01	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE	Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC284.
2020-02-12	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 recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC200.
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.
2018-06-01	AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. 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. Remedy: Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC165.
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.
2016-05-17	SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash. Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia’s number for this recall is SC132.

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2 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2013 KIA Forte

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193 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2013 KIA Forte

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Date			Component
2025-04-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11654225
2021-02-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11397481
2021-03-03			STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11398959
2021-03-03			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11398954
2021-03-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE ODI Number: 11400208
2021-04-07			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE ODI Number: 11406929
2021-05-10			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11415986
2021-06-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11420163
2021-06-20			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11421549
2021-08-19			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11429806
2021-10-06			POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11435768
2021-10-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11438039
2021-12-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11443220
2022-01-03			UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11446038
2022-01-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11447733
2022-02-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11451290
2022-03-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11458383
2022-05-03			AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11463187
2022-05-06			EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE ODI Number: 11463612
2022-09-05			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE ODI Number: 11482895
2022-09-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11483133
2022-09-24			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11486207
2022-11-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11491863
2022-11-07			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11492625
2022-11-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11494454
2022-12-06			SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11496269
2023-01-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11503207
2023-01-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11503662
2023-02-10			STEERING,ENGINE ODI Number: 11506629
2023-02-16			ENGINE ODI Number: 11507596
2023-03-08			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11510866
2023-03-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11513599
2023-03-28			ENGINE ODI Number: 11514319
2023-04-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11516037
2023-04-26			ENGINE ODI Number: 11519161
2023-05-03			ENGINE ODI Number: 11520312
2023-05-24			ENGINE ODI Number: 11523742
2023-05-31			ENGINE ODI Number: 11524615
2023-07-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11533035
2023-08-16			POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE ODI Number: 11538809
2023-09-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11542216
2023-09-05			STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11542588
2023-09-26			ENGINE ODI Number: 11546726
2023-10-18			ENGINE ODI Number: 11550633
2023-11-17			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11555692
2023-11-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11556137
2023-11-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11556110
2023-11-20			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11555976
2023-11-24			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11556675
2023-11-27			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11557092
2023-11-28			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11557259
2023-12-11			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11559560
2023-12-12			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11559684
2023-12-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11559666
2024-01-04			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11563555
2024-01-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11564756
2024-01-30			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE ODI Number: 11568694
2024-03-02			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11575096
2024-03-07			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11576006
2024-03-08			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11576183
2024-04-12			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE ODI Number: 11582549
2024-05-18			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE ODI Number: 11589432
2024-05-23			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11590396
2024-06-07			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ODI Number: 11593138
2024-07-10			STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE ODI Number: 11600781
2024-07-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11601750
2024-07-16			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11602539
2024-07-24			SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11604214
2024-10-08			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11618724
2024-10-21			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11621129
2025-02-26			EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE ODI Number: 11645087
2025-03-14			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11648269
2021-05-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11415986
2021-04-07			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11406929
2021-03-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11405621
2021-03-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11400208
2021-03-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11400208
2021-03-03			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STEERING \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11398959
2021-03-03			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11398954
2021-02-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11397481
2021-02-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11396326
2017-04-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 10971607
2017-04-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 10971931
2016-08-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 10897145
2016-08-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 10897135
2017-01-22			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10946901
2021-02-04			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11394753
2021-02-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11394896
2021-01-14			ENGINE ODI Number: 11388155
2021-01-18			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11388752
2021-01-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11388385
2021-01-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11386011
2020-12-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11378635
2020-12-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11378606
2020-12-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11384287
2020-12-07			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 11378189
2020-12-20			ENGINE ODI Number: 11384246
2020-12-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11384385
2020-11-23			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11375927
2016-12-20			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10936581
2016-12-06			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10930120
2020-10-26			ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 11366473
2020-10-13			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11364131
2020-10-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11365950
2020-08-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11342864
2020-05-20			STEERING ODI Number: 11325250
2020-04-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11320607
2020-03-31			ENGINE ODI Number: 11319876
2020-03-31			ENGINE ODI Number: 11319837
2020-04-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11320441
2020-02-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11311312
2020-02-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11310544
2020-02-26			SERVICE BRAKES \| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS ODI Number: 11311597
2020-03-01			ENGINE ODI Number: 11315423
2020-01-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11303058
2020-01-22			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11301266
2019-12-19			ENGINE ODI Number: 11290024
2019-12-02			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11286434
2019-11-18			ENGINE \| STEERING \| STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11280732
2019-10-25			ENGINE \| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11270936
2019-08-28			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11252113
2019-08-10			ENGINE ODI Number: 11242998
2019-08-08			ENGINE ODI Number: 11242431
2019-07-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11231999
2019-10-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11265644
2019-09-29			ENGINE ODI Number: 11258832
2019-05-14			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11207483
2019-04-27			ENGINE ODI Number: 11204072
2019-04-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11194084
2019-04-04			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11193774
2019-04-02			ENGINE ODI Number: 11193273
2019-06-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11217981
2019-01-20			AIR BAGS \| SERVICE BRAKES \| STEERING ODI Number: 11171034
2019-01-17			ENGINE ODI Number: 11170491
2018-10-08			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11139103
2018-09-17			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11129933
2018-08-20			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11121043
2018-06-12			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 11101299
2018-06-11			SERVICE BRAKES \| WHEELS ODI Number: 11101275
2018-06-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11100045
2018-05-15			ENGINE ODI Number: 11093837
2018-05-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11093466
2019-03-21			STEERING ODI Number: 11190535
2019-03-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11184587
2019-03-07			ENGINE ODI Number: 11184922
2019-02-28			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11183270
2019-02-10			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11176076
2018-04-09			ENGINE ODI Number: 11083987
2018-03-12			ENGINE ODI Number: 11078777
2018-02-24			ENGINE \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11074627
2018-02-07			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11071588
2018-12-05			ENGINE ODI Number: 11156380
2018-08-06			ENGINE ODI Number: 11118145
2018-08-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 11119380
2018-08-10			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11118949
2018-07-23			ENGINE ODI Number: 11113159
2018-07-28			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11114249
2018-07-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 11113633
2018-07-03			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11105328
2018-06-30			ENGINE ODI Number: 11104899
2018-06-21			ENGINE ODI Number: 11102940
2017-12-14			ENGINE ODI Number: 11054770
2017-11-28			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11050992
2017-10-26			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11040182
2017-10-23			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11035851
2017-10-17			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11034019
2017-09-13			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11023291
2017-08-22			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11018775
2016-07-28			AIR BAGS \| SEATS ODI Number: 10889314
2016-06-05			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10872631
2016-04-05			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 10853461
2016-02-12			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10825862
2015-09-25			ENGINE ODI Number: 10776599
2015-09-26			ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10777855
2015-09-02			ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10761144
2015-07-12			WHEELS ODI Number: 10733462
2015-05-05			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM ODI Number: 10714715
2015-03-02			POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 10691650
2015-01-09			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| POWER TRAIN ODI Number: 10671473
2014-12-22			VISIBILITY ODI Number: 10667644
2014-10-02			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 10640975
2014-09-04			ENGINE ODI Number: 10630711
2014-09-04			STEERING ODI Number: 10630698
2014-07-21			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 10615195
2014-06-25			TIRES ODI Number: 10605950
2014-05-12			POWER TRAIN \| STEERING \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 10587708
2014-03-19			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10573547
2013-10-14			VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ODI Number: 10547824
2013-07-10			ENGINE \| STEERING \| STRUCTURE \| WHEELS ODI Number: 10524257
2013-06-12			STEERING ODI Number: 10519537
2013-05-02			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ODI Number: 10510076
2013-01-30			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 10495260
2012-09-12			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10475215

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11 Investigations for 2013 KIA Forte

On march 29, 2019, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened two preliminary evaluations (pe19-003 on hyundai and pe19-004 on kia) to broadly investigate incidents of non-crash fires (regardless of origin or operational status of the vehicle) on various model year hyundai and kia vehicles. during the pe investigations, hyundai and kia issued several recalls to address vehicle fires, including those due to engine failures involving various engine types. the remedies for the engine failure recalls typically involve engine inspection (to detect existing damage), and if necessary, engine replacement. additionally, both manufacturers have been installing an engine control software modification known as knock sensor detection software (ksds) which is intended to detect impending engine failure, alert the driver, and limit engine power (to lessen likelihood of engine failure).ksds is being installed under recalls and non-safety field actions, and both companies have extended limited engine warranties (see recall files). on december 22, 2021, odi upgraded pe19-003 and pe19-004 to this engineering analysis (ea21-003, covering both hyundai and kia) to evaluate the scope of the prior recalls related to engine failures/fires and the efficacy of the recall remedies for the recalls, as well as the long-term viability of related programs and non-safety field actions being conducted by hyundai and kia. the former issue involved approximately 550,000 my 2013 hyundai elantra, my 2011 kia sorento, and my 2012-2015 kia rio. the latter issue involved approximately 2.5 million recalled vehicles, which have been identified as displaying potential remedy concerns: hyundai recalls 15v-568, 17v-226, 20v-746, and 21v-727; and kia recalls 17v-224, 19v-120, 20v-750, and 21v-844. regarding the recall scope issue, among all of the scope vehicles identified at ea opening, odi found only the my 2011 kia sorento vehicles equipped with both the theta ii 2.4l 4-cylinder multi-point injection (mpi) and the lambda ii 3.5l 6-cylinder mpi engines experienced relatively high rates of reported fires. in december 2023, kia issued recall 23v-877 that will cover about 80,000 my 2011 kia sorento vehicles equipped with the theta ii 2.4l mpi engines. the remedy will involve an inspection, and if necessary, a replacement of the engine, as well as the installation of ksds. it should be noted that in 2021 these vehicles were included in a ksds product improvement campaign with warranty extension. for the my 2011 sorento vehicles equipped with the lambda ii 3.5l engines, odi believes that future engine failures/fires involving these vehicles will likely be due to a lax in adhering to the proper or scheduled engine maintenance (regular engine oil changes), rather than a design or manufacturing engine issue. regarding the issue of the efficacy of the recall remedies, odi found the majority of the recalled hyundai and kia vehicles, by model, experienced lower reported fire rates after the remedies were applied. furthermore, odi found that for most vehicles that did not receive the recall remedies, by model, experienced relatively high fire rates. to address this problem, hyundai informed odi in december 2023, that it will renotify all of its owners covered by the hyundai recalls of engine failures/fires every 8 months for the next 3 years. in december 2023, kia stated that it will renotify the majority of its owners every 8 months for the next 3 years.several previously recalled kia models are excluded from the renotification due to their lower reported rates of engine fires. overall, the renotification actions will help to increase the recall completion rates, thus reduce the frequency of engine fires in the future. in view of the recall action being taken by kia and renotification actions being taken by both kia and hyundai, odi is closing this engineering analysis. also, both companies have been released from the 2020-iniated consent orders (kia since novem

The national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) received a letter dated july 13, 2022, petitioning the agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain hyundai motor america, inc. and kia america, inc. vehicles spanning model years (my) 2005-2021. the petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. the petition itself can be reviewed at nhtsa.gov under odi number 11481745. on september 12, 2022, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened defect petition (dp22-003) to evaluate the petitioners’ request. the petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated january 31, 2023, march 21, 2023, may 23, 2023, and august 4, 2023. odi’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to nhtsa which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. after reviewing the available data, odi has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. if during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. an improper seal between the drain plug and oil pan could lead to the backing out on the drain plug, resulting in the sudden loss of oil while driving. additionally, the provided examples of oil pan cracks were localized to the immediate vicinity of the oil drain plug and/or appeared to be the result of direct-contact with a tool during servicing. there is no information to support that a vehicle-based defect exists relating to the oil pan assembly, and instead the documented incidents are related to the failure to follow the proper maintenance procedures during oil change service. in october 2023, hyundai published a technical service bulletin (tsb) that provided detailed instructions for oil change service on its gasoline powered vehicles, specifically highlighting the need to remove and replace the existing drain plug gasket prior to reinstalling the drain plug. after a thorough review of the material submitted by the petitioner, the information already in nhtsa's possession, and the potential risks to motor vehicle safety implicated by the petitioners' allegations, nhtsa does not believe that a formal investigation is warranted. therefore, the petition is denied. a federal register notice (frn) further detailing nhtsa’s reasons for denial of the petition will be published. the reference numbers for the complaints to nhtsa cited by the petitioner can be found in the petition submission documents in the public file for dp22-003. to review those complaints and the additional complaints odi added to its evaluation which are cited in the closing resume odi report identification number document, go to nhtsa.gov.

The office of defects investigation (odi) is expanding the investigation to include the equipment supplier and vehicle manufacturers (oems) using this unit.the investigation focuses on acus manufactured by trw, now zf-trw (zf) , the tier-one supplier to hyundai and kia and the other affected oems.the acu senses a vehicle crash to determine whether air bag deployment is required, and if so, deploys the appropriate air bags and other supplemental restraints.zf supplied subject acus to six oems: fca, honda, hyundai, kia, mitsubishi and toyota.internal to the acu is an electronic component (an application specific integrated circuit, or asic) that monitors signals from crash sensors.a failure of the asic may prevent deployment of the required air bags and devices, or may otherwise affect the proper operation of the acu.the acu is located in the passenger compartment, and electrical wiring connects the asic to sensors located at the front of the vehicle.odi’s current understanding is that a crash event may, in and of itself, produce harmful signals on the sensor wiring capable of damaging the asic, although the probability of this occurring appears to be low.while the acu incorporates electrical circuitry intended to protect the asic from harmful signals, the level and effectiveness of the protective circuitry varies by oem customer.during pe18-003, hyundai and kia filed recalls (18v-137 and 18v-363 respectively) to address a defect that could result in acu disablement and non-deployments.according to the filings, the disablement occurs in certain types of frontal crash events.both filings discussed a condition known as electrical overstress (eos) that affected the subject asic and was likely caused by electrical signals that entered the acu via sensor wiring.the recalled vehicles used acus that had the lowest levels of asic protection while non-recalled hyundai and kia products using subject acus had higher levels of protection.odi has not identified any eos failures in the non-recalled kia and hyundai populations.in september 2016, fca filed recall 16v-668 for certain model year (my) 2010 to 2014 chrysler, dodge and jeep products also manufactured with the subject acu.in that filing, fca also discussed an eos condition that resulted in a failure of the subject asic, which caused air bag non-deployment. fca noted that the defect condition had only been observed in vehicles equipped with sensor harnessing routed across the front of the vehicle.other fca vehicles that also used the subject acu, but not the cross-car harnessing, had not experienced eos failures, despite similar time in service. the recalled fca vehicles used a mid-level form of asic protection.other fca vehicles that did not use cross car wiring, or used higher levels of asic protection, have not been recalled.odi has not identified any eos failures in the non-recalled fca population.recently, odi has identified two substantial frontal crash events (one fatal) involving toyota products where eos is suspected as the likely cause of the non-deployments.the crashes involved a my 2018 and a my 2019 corolla equipped with the subject acu that incorporated higher levels of asic protection.additionally, both acus were found to be non-communicative (meaning the acu could not be read with an event data recorder) after the crash, a condition found in other cases where eos occurred with other oems.no other eos events have been identified for other toyota products (including corolla models that used the subject acu since my 2011), or for the honda and mitsubishi vehicles that use the subject acu.odi plans to evaluate the susceptibility of the subject acu designs to electrical signals, as well as other vehicle factors that can either lead to, or reduce the likelihood of, an eos event.additionally, odi will evaluate whether an unreasonable risk exists that requires further field action.

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component
2021-12-22	2024-02-05	ENGINE
2022-09-12	2023-12-12	ENGINE
2023-11-17		SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	AIR BAGS
2019-04-19		AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
2018-03-16	2019-08-30	AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

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79 Service Alerts for 2013 KIA Forte

Date	Description
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")
2016-04-04	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")
2021-03-25	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")
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")
2016-04-04	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")
2020-04-24	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")
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")
2019-04-29	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")
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")
2018-03-02	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")
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")
2017-06-27	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")
2014-06-11	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")
2014-05-22	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")
2016-12-05	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN SC141 ? UNDERBODY ? ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION TREATMENT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-12-05	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – Attention: All Kia Service Managers – Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the u Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-12-05	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – Attention: All Kia Dealer Principals – Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-12-06	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS TSB: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL – To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 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")
2013-01-25	100000 POWER TRAIN TSB: AXLE SHAFT SERVICEABILITY BY MODEL – THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN REVISED. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING AXLE SHAFT SERVICEABILITY FOR KIA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. REFER TO THE TABLE BELOW FOR 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")
2013-05-29	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")
2017-02-28	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS TSB: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL – To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-10	161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER LETTER – Advises Owners of certain 2011-2013 MY Forte and Forte Koup vehicles currently registered in the states where heavy amounts of road salt are used of a service campaign to add additional anti-corrosion materi 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")
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")
2013-03-15	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY PITSTOP: THERMOSTAT RE-INSTALLATION PROCEDURE – REPEAT REPAIR (DTC P0128) – WHEN DIAGNOSING A FORTE RETURNING WITH A REPEAT DTC P0128 AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE THERMOSTAT, REMOVE THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING TO VERIFY IF THE THERMOSTAT WAS INSTAL Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-15	060000 ENGINE (PWS) PITSTOP: THERMOSTAT RE-INSTALLATION PROCEDURE – REPEAT REPAIR (DTC P0128) – WHEN DIAGNOSING A FORTE RETURNING WITH A REPEAT DTC P0128 AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE THERMOSTAT, REMOVE THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING TO VERIFY IF THE THERMOSTAT WAS INSTAL Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-22	350000 EQUIPMENT TSB: WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER. OVER TIME, SOME KIA VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIMITED APPLI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-22	130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS) TSB: WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER. OVER TIME, SOME KIA VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIMITED APPLI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-08-23	140000 AIR BAGS PITSTOP: ACU VARIANT CODING AFTER PARTS SUPERSESSION – KMA HAS RECEIVED REPORTS OF SOME 2011~13MY OPTIMA AND 2010~13MY FORTE VEHICLES NOT ACCEPTING THE VARIANT CODE LISTED ON KGIS, FOLLOWING REPLACEMENT OF THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE. IN SOM 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")
2013-08-01	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")
2013-08-01	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	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")
2013-03-01	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")
2013-03-01	117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-01	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")
2012-12-01	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")
2012-12-01	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")
2012-12-01	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")
2012-12-01	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")
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")
2012-12-20	350000 EQUIPMENT PITSTOP: IN AN EFFORT TO BETTER EDUCATE AND FAMILIARIZE CUSTOMERS ABOUT SOME OF THE FEATURES IN THEIR RECENTLY PURCHASED 2013 KIA VEHICLE, KIA MOTORS AMERICA WOULD LIKE ALL DEALERSHIP SERVICE PERSONNEL TO BE FAMILIAR WITH THE MODEL TIPS OUT 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")

2013 KIA Forte

6 Recalls for 2013 KIA Forte

2 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2013 KIA Forte

193 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2013 KIA Forte

11 Investigations for 2013 KIA Forte

79 Service Alerts for 2013 KIA Forte

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