19 problems related to air bag have been reported for the 2011 Kia Motor Forte. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Kia Motor Forte based on all problems reported for the 2011 Forte.
Wcs sensor defect b1322-20 - airbag code wcs communication error b1324-20 - airbag code door ajar lamp circuit failure b1323-20 - airbag code.
No incident yet, but I see other kia's that have been recalled for powertrain system and air bag issues. The power train issue comes up when I get my engine light checked and the airbag light is on. Also, a constant problem is the break switch, the push button car won't start sometimes and the steering wheel doesnt lock because immobilizer is a problem and other kia's have been recalled but not mine, instead they sent me a wheel car lock. I see online so many people complaining about the push button car not starting like mine which may be due to the immobilizer issue and theft. It is annoying to see other vehicle recalled but not mine.
The car had a slow ticking noise that was very faint in the front for about 20 minutes 20 minutes later the noise continue to get louder about 45 minutes later six gear was lost in the car in about an hour and a half later the engine failed and the car came to a failure lock down procedure all lights on the front door shut on steering wheel locked on friendship road exit 8 and the vehicle had to be towed to a shop we’re now it was put on a lift and there is a hole in the bottom of the engine , and the transmission is not in tact.
The driver airbag light came on in June 2021 - I called kia dealership and they said there was no recall. Last month the passenger airbag light came on. Both appear to not be working. I do not have extended warranty and my car is past warranty. I am wondering if any other kia owners have a similar problem. I have never been in any major accidents and am an excellent driver. I am hoping there is a recall issued in the near future.
I was in motion, turning left from 13th street norfolk ne, into the grocery store parking lot, when another vehicle crashed into my drivers side and rear door directly in the middle. My drivers side door was unable to open, and the frame between both door was dented in.
Rear passenger light consistently going out regardless of light replacement. Replaced light bulb numerous times and had harness replaced, problem still remained. Now all rear lighting have stopped working while car is on.
Other air bag recall. The vehicle was in motion and was struck by another vehicle that traveled left of the centerline on a two lane roadway. The vehicles were involved in an off-set, head-on collision. The driver air bag and driver seat belt pretensioner failed to deploy / activate during the severe frontal impact. The driver sustained fatal injury.
Tl takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v363000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.
Hello, long story short, kia has faulty airbags I have a very pregnant wife. They have yet to die right by the customer and off safe vehicles to replace these until a fix is found. I went to kia in turnersville NJ to have a hub assembly replaced. At this time I requested the technician to run the VIN for an airbag recall I saw online, this was in June. He came back saying he checked and it is all clear and I asked him to check again mainly because she is 8 months pregnant. Once again told it was clear. Today I received something in the mail from kia regarding my pregnant finances airbag in fact being recalled. She has ben driving like this for two months and wasn't lied to and made to feel comforted that all was fine! I called again today and was told there wasn't anyhting to be done yet and my wife will be fine just drive carefully and the airbag is fine probably. So we have a faulty vehicle we have paid for years and now own and cannot feel safe driving anywhere. In my option kia and Hyundai should handle this in the same manner Honda did and honor the customer with rentals until the issue is resolved. If not I am sure a large scale lawsuit will ensue because this is not being handled correctly. The dealership also mentioned that they still have no knowledge of a recall until after the consumer, another bold face lie from kia. Something must be done.
Tl the contact owns a 2011 kia Forte. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 18v363000 (air bags). The contact called campbell Nissan of edmonds (24325 wa-99, edmonds, wa 98026, (425) 774-2174) several times, but did not receive a response. The manufacturer was notified and confirmed that the part was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v363000 (air bags). The contact called camelback kia at 602-388-1276 (located at 1450 e camelback rd, phoenix, az 85014) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I received a safety recall for my kia Forte 2011 for the seatbelts and airbags. I do not wish to put my safety at risk. I have to drive to work everyday and have been unable to use my car. I really wish kia would give me a rental car. With my kia, I have noticed that I put my seatbelt on and suddenly it becomes unbuckled as if it was released. This happened often before I became aware of the recall. This happened when the car was stationary after I turned it on. I do not wish to be in an accident and then the seatbelt and/or airbag don't work. Please something has to be done. I have been waiting almost 60 days waiting for a remedy. Kia doesn't want to help in other ways! I need a rental car that is the least they can do!.
Had front collision air bag deployment issue recall notice letter from kia I never received a follow up notice to fix.
Takata recall. We were taking off from a stop light when we were rear ended on 4/2/18. The driver was going anywhere between 50-70 mph. My air bags never inflated causing alot of injuries. My driver head rest was ejected causing injury to my daughters face.
Tl-the contact owns a 2011 kia Forte. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked the driver side shoulder air bag inadvertently deployed the seat belt also locked at that time. The contact also stated that the key fob was depressed at the time of deployment. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000. Ec.
I had a false sense of security& safety behind the wheel of my 2011 kia Forte when I was suddenly facing a habitual drunk driver, creaming us head-on and my airbags fato deploy. I have undergone 8 surgeries to try to repair my broken body. I lost my female reproductive organs because my airbags failed me. Is there a monetary value to kia's responsibility?.
The brake light bulbs are burning our very 3 weeks with the plastic bulb connector getting very , very hot.
I was involved in a head-on collision in which I was only traveling 20 mph. Both the front driver airbag and the driver's side curtain airbag both deployed. After the accident, I realized that the seat behind me had unlatched and my son's booster car seat was thrown from its place. Needless to say, he wasn't buckled in; he was at school. Nevertheless, I think that this malfunction could have potentially seriously hurt my son. The car was deemed at total loss and I will not purchase this vehicle again.
The contact owns a 2011 kia Forte. The contact stated the vehicle was involved in a head on collision and none of the air bags deployed. A police report was filed and both the driver and passenger experienced multiple injuries including broken ribs, concussion, neck and back pain, multiple contusions, and the passenger needed knee surgery. The vehicle was declared destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was unknown.