Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2011 Kia Forte Koup has 2 recalls, 160 complaints.
2
Recalls
160
Complaints
N/A
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 8, 2026
18V363000
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicle...
23V652000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Op...
Overall
Not Rated
Front Crash
Not Rated
Side Crash
Not Rated
Rollover
Not Rated
Rating for: 2011 Kia Forte Koup 2 DR FWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the TPMS, red brake... |
| Dec 8, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING | The centered high mounted brake light overheated during normal vehicle operation. The plastic bulb s... |
| Dec 7, 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | See attached document for complaint. |
| Oct 1, 2025 | ENGINE | I just bought this car with 79873 miles on it it now has 81853 miles and its making a ticking noise.... |
| Sep 29, 2025 | AIR BAGS | WCS Sensor Defect B1322-20 - Airbag Code WCS Communication Error B1324-20 - Airbag Code Door Aja... |
| Sep 23, 2025 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, th... |
| Jun 28, 2025 | STRUCTURE | Took the car to a mechanic for suspension work. While the Forte was on the lift, it was discovered t... |
| Mar 15, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | While driving on my home the car started accelerating on its own.Good thing I was already close to m... |
| Oct 18, 2024 | POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES | Recalls |
| Oct 8, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | The NECU system failed and blew the engine and caused a fire no longer available for inspection. No ... |
| Jun 28, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Apr 25, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Apr 15, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Apr 4, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Mar 29, 2024 | ENGINE | Engine was replaced 97218 miles - under warranty - now the second engine needs to be replaced with 1... |
| Mar 5, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Feb 15, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE | I was driving and the car caught on fire. |
| Feb 2, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Jan 10, 2024 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V65... |
| Jan 9, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | THE HYDRALUIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT MAY SHORT CIRCUIT AND CAUSE A FIRE WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED AND... |