2013 Kia Forte recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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All 5 2013 Kia Forte recalls, newest first
Sep 25, 2023Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited SlipPark outsideKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010 to 2019 Borrego, 2014 to 2016 Cadenza, 2010 to 2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015 to 2018 K900, 2011 to 2015 Optima, 2011 to 2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012 to 2017 Rio, 2011 to 2014 Sorento, and 2010 to 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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · Kia America, Inc.
Dec 2, 2020EngineKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012 to 2013 Sorento, 2012 to 2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011 to 2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014 to 2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 20V750000 · Kia Motors America
Jun 1, 2018Air Bags, Air Bag/restraint Control ModuleKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010 to 2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011 to 2013 Kia Optima and 2011 to 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.
Risk: If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 18V363000 · Kia Motors America
Dec 1, 2017Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Pedals And LinkagesKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012 to 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.
Risk: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 17V773000 · Kia Motors America
May 17, 2016Seat Belts, FrontKia 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.
Risk: If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 16V312000 · Kia Motors America
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Kia Forte have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2013 Kia Forte. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2013 Kia Forte has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.