Not Yet Classified

This recall has not yet been classified by risk level.

2023 KIA FORTE Recalled by Kia America, Inc. — STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

Date: August 12, 2022
Company: Kia America, Inc.
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.

Affected Products

2023 KIA FORTE. Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.

Why Was This Recalled?

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Kia America, Inc.

Kia America, Inc. has 59 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

Related Recalls

Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report