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NHTSA model-year recall report

2015 Kia Forte Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Dec 2, 2020

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Kia Forte average of 2.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Engine, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2015 Kia Forte recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V750000

Engine

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Reported Dec 2, 2020

What is recalled

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Kia Forte model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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Other 2015 Kia recall reports

2015 Kia Optima4 campaigns2015 Kia Soul Ev4 campaigns2015 Kia Soul4 campaigns2015 Kia Sedona3 campaigns2015 Kia Sorento3 campaigns2015 Kia Cadenza2 campaigns

2015 Kia Forte recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Kia Forte have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2015 Kia Forte. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2015 Kia Forte?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology