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2020 Kia Forte: common problems and reliability
One of the better Forte years.
76 owner complaints, most about engine. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2020 Forte?The 2020 Kia Forte has 76 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.
Safety record for the 2020 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2020 Kia Forte vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Forte years only. How we score it
Is 2020 a good year for the Forte?
Across the 16 Forte model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2009) to 885 (2014). With 76 complaints, the 2020 Forte sits below the model's median of 147.
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.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on model year and powertrain.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Forte. See the full Forte owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Forte listings typically run $15,679–$18,438 across 2014 to 2024 model years.
Other Forte model years
Compare every Forte year side by side to see how 2020 ranks against the rest.
Compare the Forte against its rivals
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