2012 Kia Forte technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Jun 9, 2026 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition: cylinder protector & decal installation (CS2311)
• Dec 19, 2025 OtherPostcard owner renotification (CS2311)
• Dec 9, 2025 OtherPitstop: technical operations: external damage to ultrasonic sensor
• Apr 17, 2025 Service bulletinTransmission fluid application guide
• Nov 7, 2024 Service bulletinProduct improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/z)
• Oct 18, 2024 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition cylinder protector & decal installation (CS2311)
• May 16, 2024 Service bulletinThis bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity...
• Dec 20, 2023 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Dec 12, 2023 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition cylinder protector & decal installation (CS2311)
• Aug 11, 2023 Service bulletinOwner re-notification
• Apr 13, 2023 Service bulletinOwner notification
• Nov 18, 2022 Service bulletinTransmission fluid application guide
• Oct 5, 2021 Service bulletinPartial repair of c-mdps motor, ECU, worm gear and/or steering column housing
• Sep 23, 2021 Service bulletinEngine replacement instructions for DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/z)
• Sep 13, 2021 Service bulletinInformation for headlamp condensation and moisture
• Aug 25, 2020 Service bulletinPitstop - brake caliper leak inspection
• Apr 24, 2020 Service bulletin- Transmission fluid application guide
• Jan 21, 2020 Service bulletinHalogen head lamp low beam bulb connector replacement
• Nov 26, 2019 Service bulletinPartial repair of c-mdps motor, ECU and/or steering column housing
• Oct 15, 2019 Service bulletinPartial repair of c-mdps motor, ECU and/or steering column housing
• Apr 29, 2019 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Oct 19, 2018 Service bulletinPitstop: cylinder head steel ball inspection and installation
• Mar 2, 2018 Service bulletinPitstop - engine component re-use guidelines
• Feb 16, 2018 Service bulletinTSB - driveshaft serviceability
• Nov 20, 2017 Service bulletinTSB - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange
• Jun 27, 2017 Service bulletinPitstop: TPMS sensor position
• Mar 21, 2017 Service bulletinDefogging logic ? normal operation, disabling, and enabling
• Feb 28, 2017 Service bulletinSC141 - service campaign - application of additional anti-corrosion material
• Jan 18, 2017 Service bulletinMandatory replacement of locking/security hardware
• Jan 18, 2017 Service bulletinPitstop: manual evaporative emissions test for hard to find/small leaks
• Jan 10, 2017 Service bulletinService campaign: owner letter
• Dec 5, 2016 Service bulletinDealer principal memo: SC141 - service campaign
• Dec 5, 2016 Service bulletinService manager memo: SC141 - service campaign
• Dec 5, 2016 Service bulletinQuestions and answers for voluntary service campaign SC141 ? underbody ? additional anti-corrosion treatment
• Nov 4, 2016 Service bulletinMandatory replacement of locking/security hardware
• Oct 31, 2016 Service bulletinInhibitor switch diagnosis information
• Sep 30, 2016 Service bulletinPitstop: HVAC receiver/dryer - desiccant replacement - in the event of a HVAC system concern in which...
• Sep 13, 2016 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Aug 16, 2016 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Apr 4, 2016 Service bulletinTSB - use of aftermarket USB charging cables in USB/12V ports
• Oct 19, 2015 Service bulletinKds - audio update module (AUM) - the gds audio update module (AUM) was introduced in fourth quarter of 2013
• Aug 12, 2015 Service bulletinIdentifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how...
• Aug 12, 2015 Service bulletinIdentifying head unit software version for direct exchange
• Aug 3, 2015 Service bulletin6-SPD. a/t adaptive value reset /relearn
• Jun 1, 2015 Service bulletin6 spd a/t solenoid replacement – multiple dtcs
• Apr 24, 2015 Service bulletinPitstop: smart pedal feature
• Mar 27, 2015 Service bulletinPitstop: bluetooth® issues after iphone® ios 8 software update
• Jul 8, 2014 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• Jun 11, 2014 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• May 22, 2014 Service bulletinMdps flexible coupling replacement
• May 22, 2014 Service bulletin6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ? DTC P0741
• Dec 6, 2013 Service bulletinAutomatic transmission fluid application guide - this bulletin provides information relating to the...
• Aug 23, 2013 Service bulletinPitstop: acu variant coding after parts supersession
• Aug 1, 2013 Service bulletinSummary to be provided on a future date.
• May 29, 2013 Service bulletin6-SPEED a/t transmission adaptive values reset/relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary...
• Mar 22, 2013 Service bulletinWindshield washer pump inlet filter replacement - this bulletin provides information relating to possible...
• Mar 15, 2013 Service bulletinPitstop: thermostat re-installation procedure - repeat repair (DTC P0128) - when diagnosing a forte...
• Jan 25, 2013 Service bulletinAxle shaft serviceability by model - this bulletin has been revised
• Oct 4, 2012 Service bulletinPitstop: forte lock confirmation inop with remote start accessory
• Jun 1, 2012 Service bulletinKia: when engine is at 2000 RPM and operating temperature, it may experience, from the balance shaft...
• Jan 1, 2012 Service bulletinKia: vcm actuator replacement and ECM upgrade-td/sl 2.0/2.4L MIL on with DTC P200A
• Nov 1, 2011 Service bulletinKia: information has been provided regarding the replacement of the negative (-) and the positive (+)...