2019 Kia Forte
Owners have filed 221 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Kia Forte. Drivetrain & axles is the most reported problem area, at 21% of complaints. Next are engine (19%) and electrical system (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 221 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Drivetrain & axles 21% of complaints
- Recalls
- 2
- Fuel economy
- 31 to 35 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 4 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 221 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Kia Forte. Drivetrain & axles is the most reported problem area, at 21% of complaints. Next are engine (19%) and electrical system (10%).
Recalls
The 2019 Kia Forte is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2019 Kia Forte. Combined fuel economy ranges from 31 to 35 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 31 city / 41 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2019 Kia Forte earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.