How many recalls does the 2016 Kia Forte have?

The 2016 Kia Forte has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2016 Kia Forte?

The most recent recall was issued on August 9, 2021 and relates to the latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch system.

Is the 2016 Kia Forte affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2016 Kia Forte.

2016 Kia Forte: Crash Test Ratings

Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)

28–30 mpg combined

7.8–8.4 L/100km

Midsize Cars

City24–26 mpg(9–9.8 L/100km)

Highway35–37 mpg(6.4–6.7 L/100km)

Combined28–30 mpg(7.8–8.4 L/100km)

Est. Annual Fuel Cost$2,100–$2,200/yr

Tailpipe CO₂294–315 g/mi

EPA GHG Score7/10

Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.

2016 Kia Forte Crash Test Ratings

5/5 Overall

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating

Frontal Crash

2016 Kia Forte Recalls

1 Recall

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NHTSA (USA)Low Risk

August 9, 2021

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

At a glance

What can fail

The trunk latch can become damaged, making it impossible to open the trunk from the inside.

What the fix does

Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly at no cost to you.

253,074 vehicles affected

NHTSA Campaign #21V622000 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

2016 Kia Forte