Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2010 Kia Motor Forte. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering noise (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Noise problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Power Steering Fluid problems |
Steering wheel makes a clunking sound when turning left or right. Was told it could be coupler or bushing. Kia is aware of the problem, but no recall that I'm aware of. Being told the car is not safe to drive $600-$1400 repair according to forums. It does this driving or sitting still. Read details...
When the steering turns every time, it makes a clicking noise. After the clicking noise started happening, I often hear metal to metal contact noise from the steering wheel when I drive on bumpy roads. The problem is caused by the faulty steering coupling inside of the steering motor. Read details...
While driving any speed steering would make a clicking noise and get stuck for several seconds when turning the wheel to the left or right. I felt very unsafe on the interstate as I would jerk the wheel to get the wheel to unstick. Read details...