Recall
Kia Forte — 23V649000
NHTSA ID
23V649000
Make
Kia
Model
Forte
Years Affected
2023
Recall Date
2023-09-22
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Units Affected
3,866
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SC283
Summary
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.
Consequence
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.