Kia Forte Koup years to avoid
No model year of the Kia Forte Koup stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Kia Forte Koup years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Kia Forte Koup complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Kia Forte Koup problems
All model years combined.
- Engine37
- Electrical5
- Airbags5
- Seat belts4
- Acceleration4
- Fuel system3
- Wheels2
- Transmission2
- Lights2
- Body2
- Visibility1
- Driver assistance1
Kia Forte Koup problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 93 | 2 | Engine | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2014 | 95 | 1 | Electrical | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2013 | 52 | 16 | Engine | 80,000 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 64 | 14 | Engine | 84,000 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 81 | 8 | Engine | 81,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2010 | 74 | 11 | Engine | 125,000 | 2 | 0 |
Recalls 5
Questions about the Kia Forte Koup
What years of the Kia Forte Koup should you avoid?
No single model year of the Kia Forte Koup has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Kia Forte Koup?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Forte Koup?
Engine, with 37 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (5) and airbags (5).
How many recalls does the Kia Forte Koup have?
5 recalls between 2010 and 2016. The 2013 model year has the most, with 4.
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