2023 Kia Forte recall: lower arm
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 22, 2023. It covers about 3,866 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,866
- reported
- Sep 22, 2023
- owners notified
- Sep 27, 2023
- related complaints
- 8
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm
- What is wrong
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
- Risk
- Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.
Recall number 23V649000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 23V649000
Is there a recall on the 2023 Kia Forte lower arm?
Yes. Recall 23V649000, reported on September 22, 2023, covers about 3,866 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 23V649000?
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.
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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