The 2019 Kia Forte has 145 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and engine. Owners most often flag engine failure (oil consumption, piston ring issues, catastrophic failure): particularly noted in pre-2019 gdi engines and some theta ii engines; some reports of replacement under warranty. frequency: recurrent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Kia Forte vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 6 Forte model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2009) to 601 (2013). With 145 complaints, the 2019 Forte sits belowthe model's median of 232.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
exterior lighting:headlights
Campaign 18V771000Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply w…
power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Campaign 20V459000Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on model year and powertrain. The Forte is widely regarded as a solid value proposition, offering good features, technology, and interior space for the money, particularly when purchased new or…
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Used Forte listings typically run $12,994–$19,170 across 2013 to 2024 model years.
Compare every Forte year side by side to see how 2019 ranks against the rest.