2024 Kia Forte problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Kia Forte, filed between 2024-03-03 and 2026-09-21. The most common problem areas are the air bags (7, 28%), engine (7, 28%) and electrical system (6, 24%). Owners reported 6 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Kia Forte complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 9 | 36% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 7 | 28% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 7 | 28% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 24% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 12% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 8% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 8% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 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.
Air bags: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 25 (28%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Kia Forte covers this system.
Engine: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 25 (28%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the air bags; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Kia Forte covers this system.
Electrical system: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 25 (24%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 4 of them also name the air bags; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Kia Forte covers this system.
Power train: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 25 (12%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- Owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Kia Forte covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 25 (8%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Kia Forte covers this system.
Lane departure: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 25 (8%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- Owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Kia Forte covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 10 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names FORTE, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Kia Forte recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia Forte?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Kia Forte's most common problem areas are the air bags (7 of 25 complaints), engine (7 of 25 complaints) and electrical system (6 of 25 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Kia Forte have?
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Kia Forte, including 6 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Kia Forte's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Kia Forte. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.