How many recalls does the 2018 KIA FORTE have?

The 2018 KIA FORTE has 2 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2018 KIA FORTE?

The most recent recall was issued on April 14, 2021 and relates to the engine system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2018 KIA FORTE?

Yes, there are 2 high-risk recalls for the 2018 KIA FORTE involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2018 KIA FORTE affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 1 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

2018 KIA FORTE Recalls Canada & USA

2018 KIA FORTE Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2018 Kia Forte has 2 recalls, both centered on the same engine oil pump issue where metal particles can clog the pump, reduce oil pressure, cause internal engine wear, and ultimately lead to a stall or sudden loss of power. Both recalls affect vehicles equipped with the 2.0L engine. As metal debris builds up in the oil pump, oil pressure drops and the engine can wear prematurely, sometimes signaled by abnormal engine noise or a warning light on the dashboard. In more serious cases, the engine can stall or lose power unexpectedly, raising the risk of a crash.

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April 14, 2021

2018 KIA FORTETransport Canada Recall #2021224

ENGINE

Defect

On certain vehicles, small metal particles that are not captured by the oil filter can build up in the oil pump. If this happens, the engine oil pressure may be reduced. This can cause engine wear and result in abnormal engine noise. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or oil pressure warning light may also turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with these symptoms, the engine could fail. An engine failure can cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This only affects vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L Nu MPI engine.

Safety Risk

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the oil pan with a new one that has two magnets to capture small metal particles.

443 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RC143

NHTSA (USA)High Risk

2018 KIA FORTE Recalls — Canada & USA

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