2019 Kia Forte recall: headlights
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on October 31, 2018. It covers about 1,754 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,754
- reported
- Oct 31, 2018
- owners notified
- Nov 30, 2018
- related complaints
- 15
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.
Recall number 18V771000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about lights problems.
Questions about recall 18V771000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Kia Forte headlights?
Yes. Recall 18V771000, reported on October 31, 2018, covers about 1,754 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V771000?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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