CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.
- Risk
- A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210.
- 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
Foreign particles may become lodged inside the oil pump of certain 2.0L engines. This can lead to oil pump failure and damage to the engine. A damaged engine may stall while driving, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own a 2017 or 2018 Kia Forte, check whether your vehicle is affected by this recall using your VIN. Kia mailed owner letters on August 16, 2021. The repair is free: an authorized Kia dealer will replace the oil pan at no cost to you.
For questions, contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 and reference recall number SC210.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Forte | 20172018 |
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