NHTSA recall 23V-649 (23V649000)
suspension recall reported September 22, 2023 - about 3,866 vehicles affected.
NHTSA marks this campaign DO NOT DRIVE.
Stop driving the vehicle until the recall repair is done. Contact your dealer immediately; the repair is free.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V649000
- Also written as
- 23V-649
- Manufacturer number
- SC283
- Reported
- September 22, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~3,866
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-649 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.