CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
- Risk
- A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The left front axle driveshaft on certain vehicles may not have been heat-treated during manufacturing. Because of this, the driveshaft can break.
If the driveshaft breaks, the vehicle can suddenly lose drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk while the recall is open.
Dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code and replace the driveshaft if the code is missing. The repair is free of charge at an authorized Kia dealer. Owners can also contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 (Kia recall SC195), and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Forte | 2019 |
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