No recalls found for the 2020 Kia Forte in NHTSA’s database.
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Check my VIN2020 Kia Forte owner complaints
78 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 2 fires, 6 injuries and 0 deaths.
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Recent complaints
During a day trip on 9/19/26 my 2020 Kia Forte (purchased new and well maintained) lost power and several of the dash board lights came on including check engine, traction/stability control, and collision alerts. The car entered what I was told is "limp mode". I had the car towed home and after one shop misdiagnosed the problem I had it towed to the Kia dealership where purchased. I was told the engine had code p0017. I was sent a document that the "phaser sheared off p0017 exhaust cam and cvvd gear timing off-recommend long block-cvvd replacement may still have engine damaged after replacement" with a price of $9053.39 attached. Kia service manager is supposed to be seeing about assistance
My engine is failing due to excessive oil consumption despite having proof of regular oil changes and maintenance. My car has been inspected, and the dealer has stated this is due to a known manufacture defect. My safety and others are at risk because my car stalls when I decrease speed and I cannot accelerate fast enough to get up to the speed limit creating a risk anytime the speed limit changes or when I am using an on ramp to get onto an interstate or highway. Kia dealer has confirmed the issue and is currently working on an estimate for a new engine. The Kia dealer is the manufacturer of my vehicle. The warning sign before this happened was my car stalled a couple times, then the check
The engine has failed in this vehicle just like it has in other 2.0L kia vehicles 2020-2026. The piston rings have failed and the pistons have all pitted or developed holes in them just like in the recall 25V-099/kia safety recall SC336
The infotainment screen is de-laminating.
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bags warning light illuminated and then went off. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the air bag warning light was again illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 109,900.
2020 Kia Forte recall FAQ
Does the 2020 Kia Forte have any recalls?
No recalls are currently listed for the 2020 Kia Forte. Check again before buying, as new recalls can be issued at any time.
What are the most common 2020 Kia Forte problems?
Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is unknown or other (26 reports), followed by engine.
Is the 2020 Kia Forte safe?
NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2020 Kia Forte.
How do I get a recall fixed on my 2020 Kia Forte?
Contact any authorized Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.