KIA FORTE 2023: STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V906000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | FORTE | 2023 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2023-01-12 | 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-09 |
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC259
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 939
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
