RECALL
Problem:
Front Lower Control Arm May Fail
Recall type:
Vehicle
Category:
Affected cars:
215
Description:
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Consequences:
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Actions:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.
Report date:
Record ID
SC306
Publish Date
Modified Date