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Kia Forte 2012 Visibility Windshield

Kia Forte 2012 Visibility Windshield Review #10455641

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Apr 18, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD . martin glass company (agrss registered) replaced a factory installed windshield on 04/18/2012. our technician was able to push most of the windshield out without having to cut the urethane bead. the urethane bead pulled right off the windshield, and was only adhered to about 1/3 of the windshield perimeter. this vehicle was not involved in an accident, but had it been, the windshield would not have remained intact. the safety of the vehicle occupants due to this factory installed improper installation was compromised. *js.Mileage was 4496 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU6A27C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in BELLEVILLE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Forte 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body Review #10480912

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . we were driving our 2012 kia forte ex (sedan) which we had purchased brand new in december 2011 to the store to get bread and were on our way home (only about 2 minutes into the drive) when we saw smoke coming from the front of the car. we pulled over within about 50 feet of seeing it, put it in park- which by the time we did so, we lost all power and couldn't even get the key out of the ignition. we got out and my boyfriend tried to pop the hood but it was already so hot he couldn't do it... i ran about 20 feet away for safety reasons, so i am not sure where it started, but within about 30 seconds, the flames came out of the sides and front of the hood. my boyfriend thinks it was about where the fuse box is, because that is where he noticed the paint start to bubble off. he is a mechanic and has never seen anything like it. the entire front of the car, through the dash is disintegrated. my airbags melted and poured out of the dash and roof, upholstery melted off the seats, and door panels bubbled up. all the speakers blew and melted. it happened so quickly, if i had kids in the back or couldn't have pulled over in time, there could have been very serious injuries or deaths. i am very thankful it didn't happen on my way to work, as i drive in traffic on a highway with no shoulder. i had no electronic modifications. it was entirely stock, with the exception of window tint, exhaust, a lowering kit, and aftermarket tires and wheels--all which were installed by professionals. the car had 8900 miles on it and all maintenance work had been done. even 3 oil changes- even though kia claims the car can go 7k without one. my insurance company is going to treat it as a total loss and do an investigation on it. kia has a case going but have not yet sent an engineer out. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in ALGONA, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Air Bags

Kia Forte 2012 Air Bags Review #10480912

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS . we were driving our 2012 kia forte ex (sedan) which we had purchased brand new in december 2011 to the store to get bread and were on our way home (only about 2 minutes into the drive) when we saw smoke coming from the front of the car. we pulled over within about 50 feet of seeing it, put it in park- which by the time we did so, we lost all power and couldn't even get the key out of the ignition. we got out and my boyfriend tried to pop the hood but it was already so hot he couldn't do it... i ran about 20 feet away for safety reasons, so i am not sure where it started, but within about 30 seconds, the flames came out of the sides and front of the hood. my boyfriend thinks it was about where the fuse box is, because that is where he noticed the paint start to bubble off. he is a mechanic and has never seen anything like it. the entire front of the car, through the dash is disintegrated. my airbags melted and poured out of the dash and roof, upholstery melted off the seats, and door panels bubbled up. all the speakers blew and melted. it happened so quickly, if i had kids in the back or couldn't have pulled over in time, there could have been very serious injuries or deaths. i am very thankful it didn't happen on my way to work, as i drive in traffic on a highway with no shoulder. i had no electronic modifications. it was entirely stock, with the exception of window tint, exhaust, a lowering kit, and aftermarket tires and wheels--all which were installed by professionals. the car had 8900 miles on it and all maintenance work had been done. even 3 oil changes- even though kia claims the car can go 7k without one. my insurance company is going to treat it as a total loss and do an investigation on it. kia has a case going but have not yet sent an engineer out. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in ALGONA, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Engine

Kia Forte 2012 Engine Review #10480912

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE . we were driving our 2012 kia forte ex (sedan) which we had purchased brand new in december 2011 to the store to get bread and were on our way home (only about 2 minutes into the drive) when we saw smoke coming from the front of the car. we pulled over within about 50 feet of seeing it, put it in park- which by the time we did so, we lost all power and couldn't even get the key out of the ignition. we got out and my boyfriend tried to pop the hood but it was already so hot he couldn't do it... i ran about 20 feet away for safety reasons, so i am not sure where it started, but within about 30 seconds, the flames came out of the sides and front of the hood. my boyfriend thinks it was about where the fuse box is, because that is where he noticed the paint start to bubble off. he is a mechanic and has never seen anything like it. the entire front of the car, through the dash is disintegrated. my airbags melted and poured out of the dash and roof, upholstery melted off the seats, and door panels bubbled up. all the speakers blew and melted. it happened so quickly, if i had kids in the back or couldn't have pulled over in time, there could have been very serious injuries or deaths. i am very thankful it didn't happen on my way to work, as i drive in traffic on a highway with no shoulder. i had no electronic modifications. it was entirely stock, with the exception of window tint, exhaust, a lowering kit, and aftermarket tires and wheels--all which were installed by professionals. the car had 8900 miles on it and all maintenance work had been done. even 3 oil changes- even though kia claims the car can go 7k without one. my insurance company is going to treat it as a total loss and do an investigation on it. kia has a case going but have not yet sent an engineer out. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in ALGONA, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10489463

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 21, 2011.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . i bought my 2012 kia forte ex on 11/12/2011. right after my first oil change from the kia dealer. i took it home and parked it in my garage. this would have been friday jan. 21 2011. we were going to dinner on saturday 01/22/2012. and the car would not start. took 10 minutes. with gasoline smell in car. we let the air clear out. well to make a long story short. i have had this car into two different dealers and they keep telling me that they cannot find the problem due to no light or service engine soon light going off. it is now 12/21/2012. and still having issues which is a very very bad safety issue. on 12/17/2012 i was getting ready to leave and had a very bad raw gasoline smell in the car. again i called dealer and they said bring it up. so i did so. my general manager as well as fellow employees smelled the fuel odor also. general manager said to me that he felt that this was not safe to drive. now prohibiting me from parking this car near our facility. anyway i drove it to ft. wayne to the dealer with all 4 windows down until entering ft. wayne. it started raining. i had to roll them all up. at dealer. service manager smelt the terrible smell as well as an customer and technician. they went through everything not finding any problem with the tests they did. on 12/20/2012. i was told to come and pick my car up (reps order.) since they could not get this to reoccur. so in the meantime i have an baby and 2 other children and us that are put into a dangerous situation just because they cannot pinpoint this issue. the issue is an no start or misfire then the fuel smell is there for days. my fear is that the fumes will make us sick or even an explosion. i have talked to several firemen who have explained to me what may or could happen. why should i have to keep putting my family and myself into this danger? this is a major safety issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A25C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in DUNKIRK, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body Review #10490755

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia forte. the contact noticed condensation under the front driver's side floor mat. in addition, there was an accumulation of water on the front driver's side floor area. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer two times for the problem. the technician was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was scheduled for diagnosis by a water specialist. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 150. ... updated 02/28/13 *bf .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 150 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A23C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in TOMS RIVER, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Forte 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: TOMS RIVER . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 732-281-0000 . DEALER'S CITY: TOMS RIVER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 08753 .

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10490832

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 21, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . bought my 2012 kia forte ex on 11/12/2011. right after my first oil change from the kia dealer. i took it home and parked it in my garage. this would have been friday 1/21/2012 . we were going to dinner on saturday 01/22/2012. and the car would not start. took 10 minutes. with gasoline smell in car. we let the air clear out. well to make a long story short. i have had this car into two different dealers and they keep telling me that they cannot find the problem due to no light or service engine soon light going off. it is now 12/21/2012. and still having issues which is a very very bad safety issue. on 12/17/2012 i was getting ready to leave and had a very bad raw gasoline smell in the car. again i called dealer and they said bring it up. so i did so. my general manager as well as fellow employees smelled the fuel odor also. general manager said to me that he felt that this was not safe to drive. now prohibiting me from parking this car near our facility. anyway i drove it to ft. wayne to the dealer with all 4 windows down until entering ft. wayne. it started raining. i had to roll them all up. at dealer. service manager smelt the terrible smell as well as an customer and technician. they went through everything not finding any problem with the tests they did. on 12/20/2012. i was told to come and pick my car up (reps order.) since they could not get this to reoccur. so in the meantime i have an baby and 2 other children and us that are put into a dangerous situation just because they cannot pinpoint this issue. the issue is an no start or misfire then the fuel smell is there for days. my fear is that the fumes will make us sick or even an explosion. i have talked to several firemen who have explained to me what may or could happen. why should i have to keep putting my family and myself into this danger? this is a major safety issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A25C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in DUNKIRK, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly

Kia Forte 2012 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly Review #10504478

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY . i was entering the freeway and there was a loud bang/explosion. i pulled off and started closing the sunroof when i noticed it was shattered and a large piece fell out. it was 58' with a smooth road and i was traveling about 50mph with no vehicles in front or to the side of me. the sunroof was open all the way at the time of the breakage. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in MISSION VIEJO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Exterior Lighting

Kia Forte 2012 Exterior Lighting Review #10511950

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 13, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia forte. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the right turn signal failed. the vehicle was taken to a dealer but the failure could not be replicated. the failure recurred three times and with each failure, the vehicle was returned to the dealer. on the fourth visit to the dealer, the ground wire was connected to the light bulb and the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 7,000 and the current mileage was 20,263. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 7000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A20C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in UNDERWOOD, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10512771

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia forte. the contact attempted to start the ignition and when the brake pedal was engaged, it would not release to the floorboard until repeated force was applied. the failure recurred four times. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer numerous times and they were unable to duplicate the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 900. updated 07/16/13*lj.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFW5A35C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in PORTLAND, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 06, 2012. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Forte 2012 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Forte 2012 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: RON TONKIN KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 503-258-5805 . DEALER'S CITY: GLADSTONE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97027 .

Kia Forte 2012 Suspension

Kia Forte 2012 Suspension Review #10523833

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 05, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SUSPENSION . at 60,000 my right front strut went out. warranty would not cover it. also my auto door locks and door lock clicker as ever worked tried to get it replaced still won't work. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65458 miles. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in SMITHVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Forte 2012 Electrical System

Kia Forte 2012 Electrical System Review #10531617

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on June 12, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia forte. the contact stated that while the vehicle was powered off and parked, the engine started racing. the vehicle stopping after running for one full hour. the contact had to have the vehicle towed to a dealer however, the dealer could not find an issue with the vehicle. the failure recurred later and the vehicle became engulfed in flames. in addition, the air bags independently deployed. the fire department was called and was able to extinguish the fire. the vehicle was then towed to a dealer, who stated that the coating around the wire near the emergency brakes had melted and left the wires exposed. the dealer stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. the contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. the failure mileage was 35,000. .Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU6A20C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in MCDONOUGH, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10534939

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . i was backing out of a driveway approx. 3 feet when the car lurched backwards at full rpm while the brakes were applied and the gas pedal went all the way to the floorboard. the only way i could get the car to stop was to turn off the ignition. it was like the brakes weren't working and the throttle was stuck. this "problem" caused damage to a support beam of a carport causing it to fail and fall on a car parked underneath. i know there are similar complaints such as this on this exact car, why hasn't there been any investigations and/or recalls on this car? this is a very unsafe car. by the way, this was a rental car and no one wants to take responsibility. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A29C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in LADY LAKE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

Kia Forte 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10534939

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . i was backing out of a driveway approx. 3 feet when the car lurched backwards at full rpm while the brakes were applied and the gas pedal went all the way to the floorboard. the only way i could get the car to stop was to turn off the ignition. it was like the brakes weren't working and the throttle was stuck. this "problem" caused damage to a support beam of a carport causing it to fail and fall on a car parked underneath. i know there are similar complaints such as this on this exact car, why hasn't there been any investigations and/or recalls on this car? this is a very unsafe car. by the way, this was a rental car and no one wants to take responsibility. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A29C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in LADY LAKE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes Review #10534939

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . i was backing out of a driveway approx. 3 feet when the car lurched backwards at full rpm while the brakes were applied and the gas pedal went all the way to the floorboard. the only way i could get the car to stop was to turn off the ignition. it was like the brakes weren't working and the throttle was stuck. this "problem" caused damage to a support beam of a carport causing it to fail and fall on a car parked underneath. i know there are similar complaints such as this on this exact car, why hasn't there been any investigations and/or recalls on this car? this is a very unsafe car. by the way, this was a rental car and no one wants to take responsibility. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A29C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in LADY LAKE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights

Kia Forte 2012 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Review #10548896

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 20, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia forte. the contact stated that while driving approximately 75 mph, the cruise control failed to operate as the esc warning light illuminated. the contact mentioned that both tail lights also failed. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake sensor switch light needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure and current mileage was 16,600. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 16600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A28C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in GRETNA, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Engine

Kia Forte 2012 Engine Review #10606380

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 02, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with ENGINE . 300 miles after complaining to dealer of slipping floor mat stopping braking and random high acceleration-a real accident occurred against a barrier in a parking garage. mats flip far more that audi and toyota recalls. entire car damaged by previous acceleration(random) or brakes not working due to mats. the parking garage incident occurred at 15 mph and square head on to cement barrier severely damaging bumper, hood, fenders, grill, headlights and interior engine. i injured both arms and skin abrasions on chest-due to airbag not deploying-similar to recent recalls. dealer response was that floor mats always give away from wear and tear at 17k miles without warning-causing me near fatal other accidents. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17560 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A21C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in KIRKWOOD, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body Review #10606380

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 02, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . 300 miles after complaining to dealer of slipping floor mat stopping braking and random high acceleration-a real accident occurred against a barrier in a parking garage. mats flip far more that audi and toyota recalls. entire car damaged by previous acceleration(random) or brakes not working due to mats. the parking garage incident occurred at 15 mph and square head on to cement barrier severely damaging bumper, hood, fenders, grill, headlights and interior engine. i injured both arms and skin abrasions on chest-due to airbag not deploying-similar to recent recalls. dealer response was that floor mats always give away from wear and tear at 17k miles without warning-causing me near fatal other accidents. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17560 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A21C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in KIRKWOOD, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

Kia Forte 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10606380

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Jan 02, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 300 miles after complaining to dealer of slipping floor mat stopping braking and random high acceleration-a real accident occurred against a barrier in a parking garage. mats flip far more that audi and toyota recalls. entire car damaged by previous acceleration(random) or brakes not working due to mats. the parking garage incident occurred at 15 mph and square head on to cement barrier severely damaging bumper, hood, fenders, grill, headlights and interior engine. i injured both arms and skin abrasions on chest-due to airbag not deploying-similar to recent recalls. dealer response was that floor mats always give away from wear and tear at 17k miles without warning-causing me near fatal other accidents. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17560 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A21C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in KIRKWOOD, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

Kia Forte 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10610525

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Mar 08, 2012.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . driving in a shopping center parking lot. made a right turn into an alley. vehicle then rapidly accelerated through the alley and then smashed into a tree. can't remember if brakes were applied or not. it all happened very quickly. kia forte was totaled and driver was hospitalized with extensive injuries (foot broken, hand broken, vertebrae damage) hospitalized approx. 5 days and nursing home approx. 10 days. last visit to surgeon for smashed foot (to remove metal pins) was in april of 2013. accident report on file with cape coral police (agency case number 12-004181).Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in NORTH FT. MYERS, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Unknown Or Other

Kia Forte 2012 Unknown Or Other Review #10631521

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Aug 20, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . a humming sound / and vibration is coming from engine compartment & does not coincide with engine rpm. faster the speed the louder it gets the loudest @ 45mph. sound is like a small motorcycle it's next to you. have already rotated/balanced tires & didn't help. it is almost a transmission whine but it doesn't change w/ shifting or when in neutral.0 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 34436 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A29C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Air Bags

Kia Forte 2012 Air Bags Review #10637271

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on May 30, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl* the contact owned a 2012 kia forte. the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed. the contact sustained injuries to the mouth, chin, lip, and sustained a concussion. the contact was hospitalized and received medical attention. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 79,000..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A28C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in COVINA, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Forte 2012 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Forte 2012 Electronic Stability Control Review #10640520

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . september 24th at 6:30 a.m. travelling at 65mph on 91 freeway. start to slow and then stop for traffic. traffic starts to speed up and my vehicle goes into ‘limp mode’. car rev meter goes up to about 5, but car will not go faster than approx. 35 mph. then within 20 seconds car surges forward and regains speed and rev counter drops to normal. take car to kia dealer its plugged into the computer. at 3pm he says there are no error codes. he and i take it for a test drive for approx. 20 miles and it does not replicate the problem. i advise him that it has done this twice before but only for a few seconds. october 1 at 6:40a.m i am traveling to work on the 91 freeway. i am doing 65 mph and start slowing down to approx. 20 mph as i pass the 55 interchange. again traffic speeds up rapidly. i am in the middle lane. i accelerate and it goes into ‘limp mode’. the car will not go faster than approx. 35/40 miles per hour. the esc light comes on. cars are going past me as i am in a middle lane and i nearly get rear ended as a car behind me does not realize my speed. i pull into the slow lane just in case i need to pull to the hard shoulder. i continue slowly 5 miles to get off the freeway by work. i notice a burning smell. i get out of my vehicle and smell a very strong smell of burning that smells all over but appears to be very much stronger on the rear drivers side area. i turn the engine off. when i turn the engine back on there is no warning indicator on. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in YORBA LINDA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes Review #10640520

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . september 24th at 6:30 a.m. travelling at 65mph on 91 freeway. start to slow and then stop for traffic. traffic starts to speed up and my vehicle goes into ‘limp mode’. car rev meter goes up to about 5, but car will not go faster than approx. 35 mph. then within 20 seconds car surges forward and regains speed and rev counter drops to normal. take car to kia dealer its plugged into the computer. at 3pm he says there are no error codes. he and i take it for a test drive for approx. 20 miles and it does not replicate the problem. i advise him that it has done this twice before but only for a few seconds. october 1 at 6:40a.m i am traveling to work on the 91 freeway. i am doing 65 mph and start slowing down to approx. 20 mph as i pass the 55 interchange. again traffic speeds up rapidly. i am in the middle lane. i accelerate and it goes into ‘limp mode’. the car will not go faster than approx. 35/40 miles per hour. the esc light comes on. cars are going past me as i am in a middle lane and i nearly get rear ended as a car behind me does not realize my speed. i pull into the slow lane just in case i need to pull to the hard shoulder. i continue slowly 5 miles to get off the freeway by work. i notice a burning smell. i get out of my vehicle and smell a very strong smell of burning that smells all over but appears to be very much stronger on the rear drivers side area. i turn the engine off. when i turn the engine back on there is no warning indicator on. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in YORBA LINDA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

Kia Forte 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10640520

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . september 24th at 6:30 a.m. travelling at 65mph on 91 freeway. start to slow and then stop for traffic. traffic starts to speed up and my vehicle goes into ‘limp mode’. car rev meter goes up to about 5, but car will not go faster than approx. 35 mph. then within 20 seconds car surges forward and regains speed and rev counter drops to normal. take car to kia dealer its plugged into the computer. at 3pm he says there are no error codes. he and i take it for a test drive for approx. 20 miles and it does not replicate the problem. i advise him that it has done this twice before but only for a few seconds. october 1 at 6:40a.m i am traveling to work on the 91 freeway. i am doing 65 mph and start slowing down to approx. 20 mph as i pass the 55 interchange. again traffic speeds up rapidly. i am in the middle lane. i accelerate and it goes into ‘limp mode’. the car will not go faster than approx. 35/40 miles per hour. the esc light comes on. cars are going past me as i am in a middle lane and i nearly get rear ended as a car behind me does not realize my speed. i pull into the slow lane just in case i need to pull to the hard shoulder. i continue slowly 5 miles to get off the freeway by work. i notice a burning smell. i get out of my vehicle and smell a very strong smell of burning that smells all over but appears to be very much stronger on the rear drivers side area. i turn the engine off. when i turn the engine back on there is no warning indicator on. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A26C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in YORBA LINDA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Wheels Rim

Kia Forte 2012 Wheels Rim Review #10649762

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia forte. the contact stated that the rims on all four wheels were completely rusted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the rims were not replaced. the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 8,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A20C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in CAMEN CITY, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes

Kia Forte 2012 Service Brakes Review #10659504

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Oct 04, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . left rear brake "wore out" and the entire braking system was suggested to be replaced. the rear axle brakes were at our cost. kia regional claims this is "normal" as the dealership (ficcillo kia, liverpool, ny) says they have "seen this before." that bothers me. if is a known problem...........? kia regional has stopped responding..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFT4A24C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in LIVERPOOL, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Forte 2012 Unknown Or Other

Kia Forte 2012 Unknown Or Other Review #10661044

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . the first time it happened i was driving around 45mph and i hit a bump on the road and all of the sudden rear hatch warning light came on and after i pulled over and checked the rear hatch and it had come open were it was ajar but the hatch hasn't been used in a couple days. the second time a few weeks later the same thing i hit a bump and the warning light came on and this time i went to the dealership and they just told me to close it harder and i have closed it how i was showed ever since, but it still happens about once a month after i went to the dealership..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 6000 miles. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in FORT MYERS, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body

Kia Forte 2012 Structure Body Review #10661044

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2013.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . the first time it happened i was driving around 45mph and i hit a bump on the road and all of the sudden rear hatch warning light came on and after i pulled over and checked the rear hatch and it had come open were it was ajar but the hatch hasn't been used in a couple days. the second time a few weeks later the same thing i hit a bump and the warning light came on and this time i went to the dealership and they just told me to close it harder and i have closed it how i was showed ever since, but it still happens about once a month after i went to the dealership..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 6000 miles. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in FORT MYERS, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Unknown Or Other

Kia Forte 2012 Unknown Or Other Review #10664064

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . my sunroof spontaneously exploded. i checked and nothing hit it, it just exploded. i almost got into an accident because of the loud explosion. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A2XC5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in MANCHESTER, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Tires

Kia Forte 2012 Tires Review #10669050

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 19, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with TIRES . while driving a 2012 kia forte ex with 21000 miles and nexen 195/65/15 cp671 tires,, a front tire separation occurred while driving at highway speed. 10 days later a rear tire separation occurred also during normal highway driving..Mileage was 21000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFU4A21C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in BOYNTON BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Kia Forte 2012 Air Bags

Kia Forte 2012 Air Bags Review #10669052

KIA FORTE 2012 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2014.KIA FORTE 2012, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with AIR BAGS . the car got a flat tire while taking a curve and hit a concrete pole. the car was total loss and all the front part was smashed. the steering wheel airbag was the only to deployed but did not deploy all the way, side airbags didn't deployed. driver got a clavicle fracture. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFW6A37C5. Kia Forte 2012 problem was reported in LAKE WALES, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

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Engine 2 Review(s)

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Fuel/propulsion System 4 Review(s)

Service Brakes 3 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1 Review(s)

Structure Body 4 Review(s)

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Tires 1 Review(s)

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Visibility Sun Roof Assembly 1 Review(s)

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Wheels Rim 1 Review(s)