2022 Kia Forte problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Kia Forte, filed between 2021-12-02 and 2026-09-24. The most common problem areas are the engine (4, 15%), forward collision avoidance (4, 15%) and electrical system (3, 11%). Owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Kia Forte complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 9 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 15% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 7% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 27 (15%) name the engine.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Forte covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 27 (15%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 2 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Forte covers this system.
Electrical system: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 27 (11%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- Owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Forte covers this system.
Steering: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 27 (11%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 2 of them also name the suspension; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2022 Kia Forte; the recall, campaign 22V304000, says: “A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.”
Suspension: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 27 (11%) name the suspension — springs, shocks and struts, control arms and ball joints.
- 2 of them also name the steering; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Forte covers this system.
Air bags: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 27 (7%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Kia Forte covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 7 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names FORTE, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Kia Forte recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Forte?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Kia Forte's most common problem areas are the engine (4 of 27 complaints), forward collision avoidance (4 of 27 complaints) and electrical system (3 of 27 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Kia Forte have?
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Kia Forte, including 3 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Kia Forte's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Kia Forte; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.