No recalls found for the 2024 Kia Forte in NHTSA’s database.
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26 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
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Recent complaints
On October 4, 2026, at approximately 27,870 miles, my 2024 Kia Forte GT-Line unexpectedly shut off while I was driving and making a right-hand turn into a parking lot. The vehicle was in Drive when the engine shut off. The instrument cluster continued to indicate “D” and displayed the message: “Engine Off! Shift to P or N, then start engine.” The tachometer indicated 0 RPM, and the gas pedal was unresponsive. I photographed the instrument cluster immediately following the event. This was not the first occurrence of an abnormal shutdown. On two previous occasions, while backing up in a parking lot, the vehicle displayed a similar instruction requiring me to place the vehicle in Park and turn
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while a friend was driving 65 MPH, the vehicle was pulling to the right. Suddenly, the vehicle bounced up and down, pulled over and crashed into a railing, and the driver was forced to stop the vehicle using the parking brake. The driver was unable to maintain steering control due to the severe pulling to the right. After exiting the vehicle, the driver became aware that the frame and engine were sitting on the ground on the right side. Due to the crash, the driver sustained a black eye, a bruise behind the jaw, a bruised thigh, and a bruised left foot; however, no medical attention was sought. The vehicle was towed to a Jeep Chrysle
This malfunction started in August of 2025 within 12 months of buying this new vehicle. A airbag sensor was replaced, then a national bbb case found the same malfunction only this time it includes the whole safty system failure. I gave the manufacturer a year and they have not corrected the malfunction. I am forced to drive a unsafe car *if I get hit my airbags will NOT DEPLOY*
Coolant is burning and going into the oil in the engine. Occupancy indicator is malfunctioning causing a drastic amount of liability for death
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was illuminated and the "all cylinders misfiring" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was bad fuel in the tank that needed to be drained. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was diesel in the tank. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted; the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed the vehicle loss automotive power while the accelerator pedal was depressed. A dealer was
2024 Kia Forte crash test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Driver aids on the tested 2024 Kia Forte: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard & optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 10.7%.
2024 Kia Forte recall FAQ
Does the 2024 Kia Forte have any recalls?
No recalls are currently listed for the 2024 Kia Forte. Check again before buying, as new recalls can be issued at any time.
What are the most common 2024 Kia Forte problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is unknown or other (9 reports), followed by engine.
Is the 2024 Kia Forte safe?
The 2024 Kia Forte earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.
How do I get a recall fixed on my 2024 Kia Forte?
Contact any authorized Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.