2023 Kia Forte Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 66 owner complaints for the 2023 Kia Forte. The EPA rates it 26 to 34 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 66
- Crashes / fires reported
- 11 / 5
- EPA combined
- 26–34 MPG
2023 Kia Forte recalls
SuspensionApr 1, 2024 · NHTSA 24V244000Park it+
Risk: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
SuspensionSep 22, 2023 · NHTSA 23V649000Park it+
Risk: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
SteeringDec 8, 2022 · NHTSA 22V906000+
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2023 Kia Forte problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Steering15
- Electrical System11
- Forward Collision Avoidance10
- Engine9
- Power Train8
- Suspension8
- Unknown or Other8
- Lane Departure7
2023 Kia Forte gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte FE | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 30 | 41 | 34 | $1,900 |
| Forte | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Forte | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 |
| Forte | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 22 | 31 | 26 | $2,450 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2023 Kia Forte have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Kia Forte, most recently for the suspension (Apr 1, 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Kia Forte problems?
Owners filed 66 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are steering (15), electrical system (11), forward collision avoidance (10).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Kia Forte get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Kia Forte at 26 to 34 MPG combined (best version: 30 city / 41 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.