2013-2013 · 1 model year

Kia Forte 5 Problems by year

Owners have filed 195 complaints about the Kia Forte 5 across 1 model year, and it has 0 recalls. The 2013 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (195). The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the brakes.

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Most complaints for its age2013195 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 2013

Complaints: 195
Recalls: 0
Crashes: 16
Fires: 13
Injuries: 17
Deaths: 1

Forte 5 complaints by model year

1952013

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

Year	Complaints	Recalls	Crashes	Fires	Top problem	Grade
2013	195	0	16	13	Engine & cooling	-

Most common Forte 5 problems

Latest Forte 5 complaints

2013 Kia Forte 5 Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated the vehicle was unable to exceed 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the knock sensor was replaced as a temporary fix. The failure reoccurred 2 days later. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine); however, an unknown dealer attempted to charge the contact to replace the...

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engine, even though the recall notification stated that the engine would be replaced as needed, free of charge. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue but declined the service request. No further information was available. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

2013 Kia Forte 5 Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the piston rings had failed, causing catastrophic engine damages. The contact was advised that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 139,000.

2013 Kia Forte 5 Electrical system Brakes

The system that is failing are the brakes and the tail lights. They used to be an open recall for the brake pedal stopper pad, however I'm not sure if that part is able to break again because in October I remember hitting the break and something I heard a crack down by the pedal, but I wasn't able to see if anything had broken. I can't check after that. I've have had continuous issues with my tail lights. The tail lights won't turn on. They'll turn on sometimes sometimes they won't. The tail lights will stay on. I won't blink when I break. They'll just stay on one of them will be on the others will be off.

2013 Kia Forte 5 BrakesCrash2 injuries

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the brake pedal failed to operate as needed and depressed to the floorboard without warning. As a result of the brake failure, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact stated that both front driver and front passenger seat belts failed to retract as both she and her son were violently jerked forward upon impact. The air bags deployed upon impact. A police report was filed. Both the contact and her son were...

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treated for minor pain and bruising at a local hospital. The whereabouts of the other driver are unknown. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic, where the contact was given an estimate for the repair. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer had yet been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that there were two recalls on the vehicle, NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V773000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics). The vehicle was not repaired and remained in the possession of the independent mechanic, where it could be salvaged. The failure mileage was approximately 159,000.

2013 Kia Forte 5 Engine & cooling

The engine has been making humming noise which is getting louder with time

2013 Kia Forte 5 Electrical system

The electric side mirror/s controls not working correctly. The motor is buzzing and unable to set the mirrors accurately. This could drain the cars battery. The electric mirror had to be disconnect until gets repaired.

Questions about the Kia Forte 5

Which Kia Forte 5 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2013 (195). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2013 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

What are the most common Kia Forte 5 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (110), brakes (37), electrical system (25) most often.

How many recalls does the Kia Forte 5 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for any Kia Forte 5 model year on file.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data