2020 Kia Forte: recalls and problems

Engine2026-09-21

The engine has failed in this vehicle just like it has in other 2.0l kia vehicles 2020-2026. the piston rings have failed and the pistons have all pitted or developed holes in them just like in the recall 25v-099/kia safety recall sc336

Air Bags2026-08-25

The contact owns a 2020 kia forte. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bags warning light illuminated and then went off. the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the air bag warning light was again illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. the contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the vin was not assoc

Engine2026-08-23

Engine burning excessive oil over a quart in 1000 miles. catalytic converter code p0420 because of the excessive oil burning. oil was always changed within the specified dealer milage range.

Power Train,Unknown Or Other,Engine2026-08-20

I experienced a check engine light and had the vehicle diagnosed with codes p0017 and p0014. the vehicle was taken to a kia dealership, where the technician found that the exhaust camshaft was free-spinning without the phaser and that the pin connecting the two had sheared. the dealership replaced the exhaust camshaft and phaser and released the vehicle as repaired and operating normally. less than 24 hours after pi