2014 Kia Forte: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Jan 3, 2026 · Brakes · FL

My vehicle was leaking fluid, so I took it in and discovered that my vehicle’s ABS module failed in what was described to me as an “unusual way” at both the initial garage where I took it and, later, to the dealership, which was the only place that could do the actual repair. Some research showed that the failure matched the way this component failed in Kia and Hyundais that were recalled for this issue, which the dealership acknowledged. But my specific car wasn’t included in the recall, so I had to pay thousands of dollars out of pocket to repair it. Since then, I’ve been waiting for the recall to expand to include my vehicle so I could be reimbursed, because it seems very unlikely my vehicle didn’t get the same flawed system that was recalled in the other Kias and Hyundais. I’m told submitting this could help.

Filed Jul 10, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · OH

Car shuts down while driving. ABS and traction control light comes on, cruise control shuts off, power steering light comes on and no power steering, screens and radio stop working, no a/c or heat, car finally completely shuts down.

Filed Oct 6, 2021 · Electrical · ID

Driving down a country road at night when my abs light came on. After a few seconds my power steering went out and the main console died. The headlights began to dim and the dashboard lights sputtered on and off. The car shuttered strongly and then died. We were stuck on the side of the road in the middle of the night for over forty five minutes with a screaming infant with no warning that this was going to happen or that this part needed to be serviced or replaced for the milage of my car (90,000).

Filed Feb 19, 2021 · Brakes · 155,755 miles · SC

While I was driving on the highway, I had to break due to another driver's dangerous driving. I had to push the pedal all the way down before the vehicle would break as if the breaks weren't even there. This vehicle was purchased from galeana chrysler jeep kia dealership located at (180 greystone blvd. Columbia, sc 29210). The reason for this urgent notification is to receive assistance regarding the kia fire recall article that did not include the forte model within the years specified. Upon vehicle inspection from jt's kia dealership (the ABS system has a leakage on the fire wall side. Found the hecu/ brake module has started to fail and is leaking.)

Filed Oct 17, 2020 · Brakes · 155,000 miles · SC

Good day, I own a 2014 kia forte ex . This vehicle was purchased from galeana chrysler jeep kia dealership located at (180 greystone blvd. Columbia, sc 29210). The reason for this letter is to receive assistance regarding the kia fire recall article that did not include the forte model within the years specified. Upon vehicle inspection from jt's kia dealership (the ABS system has a leakage on the fire wall side. Found the hecu/ brake module has started to fail and is leaking.) proof of information will be in attachments. This 2014 kia forte ex is having the same issue and should be included in the recall. During this time we hope you take consideration in looking into this issue. This is very dangerous and risky for my family and I. Please feel free to reach out if you have concerns or questions.

Filed Feb 27, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 60,100 miles · CA

Vehicle was in motion when the electrical went out. The ABS, traction control, and steering warning lights came on. The vehicle was difficult to steer to the side of the road. Car had 60k miles. Battery is now on its 3rd replacement. Other prior warning signs were headlights flickering and occasional clicking when starting. These other prior warning signs have occured since 30k miles.