Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 24V244000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | Kia America, Inc. |
| Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM |
| Report date | Apr 1, 2024 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
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.
Potential consequence
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy described by NHTSA
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 April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
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Additional NHTSA notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What to do next
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