Before buying a used 2015 Kia Forte, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
2015 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
2015 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forte — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 6.5 L/100 km (36 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) |
| Forte — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) | 6.4 L/100 km (37 mpg) | 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) |
| Forte — Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 6.5 L/100 km (36 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) |
| Forte 5 — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 7.1 L/100 km (33 mpg) | 8.4 L/100 km (28 mpg) |
| Forte 5 — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) | 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) |
| Forte 5 — Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 8.4 L/100 km (28 mpg) | 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
260 complaints filed with NHTSA (16 involving a crash, 20 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.