NHTSA recall 21V-260 (21V260000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported April 13, 2021 - about 4,069 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V260000
- Also written as
- 21V-260
- Manufacturer number
- SC210
- Reported
- April 13, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,069
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.
Why it is dangerous
A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-260 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.