Table 1 shows four common electrical system related problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Forte. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Starter problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems |
Vehicle: 2012 kia Forte recall: NHTSA 23v-652 (kia sc284) – hecu/abs fuse recall my vehicle underwent this safety recall in 2025. The dealership replaced the hecu fuse. Immediately upon leaving the dealership after the recall repair, the same warning lights returned. Read details...
This vehicle has now repaired 2 times for recall on brake light/wiring issue. We were charged by the jenkins kia of gainesville,florida for the last 2 times. This is a safety issue since brake light keeps burning out. Read details...
Made a turn at approx 12 mph. Car bumped into neutral when groceries tipped over. Heater, radio, and engine all quit. Could not be restarted, vehicle had zero power. Stranded in intersection. Towed to repair, informed engine had seized due to over-revving in neutral. Read details...