NHTSA recall 23V-649: Suspension

Kia America, Inc. · Reported September 22, 2023 · 1 affected model year

Suspension recall

Do not drive23V-649
September 22, 2023 · Kia America, Inc.
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V649000
ManufacturerKia America, Inc.
Report dateSeptember 22, 2023
ComponentSuspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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Affected vehicles

2023 Kia Forte3 recalls total

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