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- STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
- Problem
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
- 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 this recall means for you
A manufacturing error may cause the front left steering knuckle to crack. A cracked knuckle can lead to a loss of steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
An authorized dealer will inspect the front left steering knuckle and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. Owners were notified by letter mailed January 12, 2023. If you have questions, you can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls and schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Forte | 2023 |
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