2023 Kia Forte recall: arm
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 8, 2022. It covers about 939 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 939
- reported
- Dec 8, 2022
- owners notified
- Jan 12, 2023
- related complaints
- 15
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
- What is wrong
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
Recall number 22V906000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 22V906000
Is there a recall on the 2023 Kia Forte arm?
Yes. Recall 22V906000, reported on December 8, 2022, covers about 939 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 22V906000?
Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
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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