2019 Kia Forte: Recall Alert
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 830 model-year 2019 Kia Forte sedans
The Problem: The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code and replace it if the code is missing, for free.
What Owners Should Do: Kia will begin notifying owners Sept. 2. Owners can call the automaker at 800-333-4542, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find your local dealer. To check for other recalls, and to schedule a free recall repair at your local dealership, click here: Kia Forte
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