Should I Buy a Kia Forte?

Complete buying guide for the Kia Forte: best years, worst years, common problems, recall history, and reliability trends across all model years.

Best Years to Buy

These Kia Forte model years have the fewest complaints and best reliability:

Years to Avoid

These model years have the most complaints and known issues:

Common Problems Across All Years

• Airbag Non-Deployment — 2 reports
• Engine Failure/Stalling — 2 reports
• Trunk Latch Failure — 2 reports
• Excessive Oil Consumption — 2 reports
• Sudden Loss Of Power/Acceleration — 1 reports
• Cvt/Transmission Failure And Shifting Problems — 1 reports
• Airbag System Malfunction — 1 reports
• Lane Assist Malfunction — 1 reports
• Headlights Shutting Off While Driving — 1 reports
• Right Front Lower Control Arm Failure — 1 reports

All Model Years