How many recalls does the 2015 Kia Forte have?

The 2015 Kia Forte has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2015 Kia Forte?

The most recent recall was issued on December 2, 2020 and relates to the engine system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2015 Kia Forte?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2015 Kia Forte involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2015 Kia Forte affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2015 Kia Forte.

2015 Kia Forte Complaints

What Owners Report

254

Total Complaints

Crash-Related

Fire-Related

With Injuries

By System

engine
127
unknown or other
29
air bags
16
electrical system
15
power train
13
exterior lighting
12
service brakes
10
fuel/propulsion system
9

Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →

Federal Crash Test Ratings

No federal crash test ratings are available for this vehicle year.

1 Recall

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NHTSA (USA)Critical

December 2, 2020

2012–2015 KIA FORTE NHTSA Campaign #20V750000

ENGINE

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

Safety Risk

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.

294,756 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SC200Updated June 10, 2026