Structure Related Problems of the 2010 Kia Motor Forte

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2010 Kia Motor Forte. The number one most common problem is related to the body (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the hood hinge (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Kia Motor Forte

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
3
Hood Hinge problems
1
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2010 Kia Motor Forte

The Body problem

While coasting into a parking spot my car lurched forward at a high rate of speed into a retaining wall. Kia is denying any responsibility. I am currently awaiting word from my body shop as to if the car will be totaled or not. If it is fixable I am very frightened to continue driving it.   Read details...

The Hood Hinge problem

The contact owns a 2011 kia Forte. The contact was driving 60 mph as the front hood flew open. The contact called the dealer regarding the hood and the dealer advised the contact to bring the vehicle in for inspection.   Read details...

The Structure problem

New car, less than 3 hours old, has major factory paint defects. Factory rep says someone will "document" defects. Dealer repair manager / general manager seem to believe dirty paint was used in spraying this vehicle.   Read details...


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