Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2015 Kia Motor Forte.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems |
I own a 2015 kia Forte (VIN: [xxx] ) that experienced complete engine failure. The vehicle had been running normally until it began stalling and sputtering while driving. Shortly after, the engine would only run for 1–2 seconds before shutting off entirely. This exact issue mirrors those documented in previous recalls and class-action lawsuits involving kia's 2011–2015 models with 2. 0l and 2. 4l engines. However, despite having the same failure and engine type, my VIN was excluded from the existing recall/warranty extension campaigns. Kia confirmed this is a known issue, but will not cover repairs. This failure occurred at approx. 180,000 miles. Engine failure without warning is a serious safety risk and financial burden. I am filing this complaint so NHTSA can review this issue and evaluate whether additional vins — like mine — should be included in a broader investigation or recall. A case has been opened with kia (case #xxx), and full diagnostic documentation from a certified mechanic is available. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
While driving on interstate 81 my transmission went out while going up a hill. I was almost rear ended by the driver behind me and while trying to get into the right lane I almost side swiped someone. This is the third time something has gone out on this car while I was driving. First the engine went out and when I contacted kia and told them that my engine went out because of the same problem that their other cars have, they told me that there was nothing they could do. So I replaced it with my own money. A few months later the transmission goes while I'm driving. Almost causing an accident once again. Because kia told me there was nothing they could do with my engine, I didn't even bother to call about the transmission. Once again, I replaced it with my own money. Now the same problem with the transmission has happened again and I can't put another transmission in this car. I still owe $8,500 on my loan and my car is basically a paper weight. I have made a complaint to you guys every time and nothing is being done about this. Every other kia Forte's engine has been recalled except for mine. Something is going on with kia cars and parts and it's leaving people in a really crappy position. I owe money on a car that I cannot drive. All because I bought a kia. This situation is getting absolutely ridiculous. Someone needs to do something about this. It's not right that a company can have such an unreliable car and leave people in these types of situations. I have no other options here. There's nothing I can do. I hope you are the right organization to contact about this. I am done putting money into a car that is a death trap and a hazard to drive. If I do end up fixing the transmission and this happens again, I'm worried that the outcome is going to be worse. I've almost been in two accidents because of this faulty equipment. Hopefully someone does something before there's a third.
I recently inherited this car from my mother and it appears that the engine may have issues. There is a loud noise that comes from the engine intermittently. It is louder at times then other times. The oil level is fine and recent. I've done a lot of research and it appears this is a common problem for the 2. 0 engine. I feel as though this could turn into a bigger scenario if something is not done for the lack of expense a person must put into these engines.
The engine has lower engine knocking. It has a rod knocking very loud. It could throw a rod through engine at any time, cause the vehicle to wreck and catch on fire. Yes, it was confirmed that it had a rod knocking in engine. Yes, an ase certified mechanic. No check engine light came on. It just started knocking real bad and lost power. They appeared as I was driving down the road.
My car engine burns oil like crazy. I received a recall notice and brought my vehicle to gary rome kia in enfield. I brought it in with the check engine light on as it was on listed conditions for the recall and when I was told everything passed I still had a check engine light and excessive burning of oil. The engine is not working properly and wasn't rectified during the recall process. I am afraid with how much oil it is burning it may lead to a fire in the engine compartment. I have followed all of the usual recommended services and was not made whole during the recall event.
When driving my 2015 kia Forte, it sometimes when giving it gas to go it will not shift correctly, it taking a second or two. And rpm jump to 3500 to 4000 before it shifts. And it get bad fuel mileage sometimes too.
On April 2020 we noticed that our 2015 kia Forte was making loud, clanking noise. We took it to a local mechanic. Here is the problem in his words: * c/s there is a noise in the engine area, worse when cold. Engine has internal damage; unclear exactly where, but listening to a cold start from under the car seems to indicate a rod bearing. Removing the oil pan could help diagnose, but it isn't recommended as a replacement engine is the best solution regardless. He added 2. 5 qts. Of oil since it was buring oil. He recommended we take it to a kia dealer for further diagnosis. We called the dealer twice to setup an apt. To have the car looked at. The dealer said we didn't need to bring it in for diagnostics. They said based on our description that we need an engine replacement.
Tl- the contact owns a 2015 kia Forte. The contact stated that when they are starting the vehicle that the vehicle's ignition would sometimes shock them and smell as if there is a burning/smoking odor emitting from the starter. The contact then stated that the vehicle now fails to start intermittently. The contact contacted the dealership (car connection inc address: 4425 dixie hwy, fairfield, OH 45014 phone: (513) 829-8022) who stated that the vehicle was functioning normally and did not identify a failure. The contact stated the failures persist. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 10,508. Gl.
The vehicle cuts off in the middle of driving. Car has been checked by a mechanic and was told that there is no oil pressure getting to the engine. Mechanic replaced the oil pressure valve and it is still shutting off while driving. It happens more often in lower speeds/stop and go traffic.
I have had a 2015 kia Forte with the gdi engine in it. I have been paying on it for over 2 years now. I went to the store last night and when I started the car after I got out of the store I heard a loud clanking noise. Come to find out there was no oil even though I have it serviced regularly. Was running fine, no indicator lights. Went up the road yesturday it was making loud clacking noise. I immediately pulled over. Called my daughter and she came to the location and said I had no oil! even though I just had it changed. We put 4 qts in and had it towed home. Plz help!!! we have taken good care of this vehicle and it is still under financing!! I'm a disabled widow with no vehicle now!.
Tl- the contact owns a 2015 kia Forte. The contact stated that while moving the shifter cable from drive to park, the rpm's begin to rev and the vehicle will propel forward on its own even when depressing the brake pedal. No warning lights illuminate on the vehicle when the failure occurs. Due to this malfunction, the contact has had two accidents with the vehicle. On the first occasion, the contact was trying to park the vehicle in a shopping center parking lot. While placing the vehicle in park, the vehicle propelled forward and hit a pole. The air bags did not deploy but there was minor damage to the front end of the vehicle. No injuries occurred during the incident. The second time, the contact was placing his vehicle into park when the failure occurred again. The contact slammed into a banking facility at an unknown high rate of speed. The air bags deployed due to the impact. The authorities were called and a police report was filed(case number: b9-067876). All three occupants in the vehicle,included the contact, were taken to a local hospital to be evaluated. There were no serious injuries due to the collision. The vehicle was initially towed to the dealer(kia of Lincoln 1145 n 48th st, Lincoln, ne 68504 402-434-7000) and then was towed to an independent body shop for repairs. The vehicle had been repaired. The dealer informed the contact that there are no recall associated with this failure. The dealer also informed the contact that one of their service technicians had heard of this failure occurring once before. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,568. Jo.
I was sent information on an emissions recall on my car but didn't take my car in until I saw that the emissions light illuminated on my dashboard around 07/01/19. I called kia manufacturer, I believe on 07/05/19, case # 13251901 and informed that representative that the emissions light illuminated and that there was recall on my car and asked how to get car repaired. The representative stated to take it to a kia dealer and they would be able to see recall and repair. I called kia and made an appt. For 07/18/19 spoke with dj. Kia stated that an emissions update in the car computer was done, no paperwork was given to me. The next morning, while going to work, I noticed that my car was smoking- a big cloud of smoke and there was a burning smell so I immediately took the car back to kia and 1st spoke with dj. The smoke was lighter by this time but could be seen. Then, I spoke with kevin who stated that they did a diagnostic and couldn't find anything and that the car was not smoking any longer. He got one of the car technicians to drive the car with me to see if it will start back smoking, it did not, the emissions ight was not showing so kevin stated to bring it back if the emissions light comes back on. On 07/27/19, a strong smell of engine fumes came through the vents inside the car and the engine light came back on. I brought my car back to kia and spoke with rob and left my car there, he stated that it was a small leak and he believed it was the gas cap seal and he ran diagnostic 3 times but did not have cap but will order it. Two weeks later, I called about cap, it was never ordered and spoke with kevin again and made another appt. To bring car in and gas cap was replaced but light was still on. They stated that they needed to order a part to do another diagnostics and part is not in 2 weeks later. My car is still not fixed with no resolution in sight.
Hello. My name is kodaah hansen. I drive a 2015 kia Forte5. It's the sx model with right around 91000 miles right now; and as of recently it has fallen ill. I took it to the dealership after I noticed a slight knocking sound as well as some weird misfires I was feeling. After diagnosis they told me and I quote "internal damage to the cylinder head&possibly pistons from what the technician gathers so far. A tear down to visually inspect is the next step. For the diagnosis though the cost is $134. 98". Based on the information received from them I contacted the warrenty company, expecting them to cover the costs but for some reason was turned away. I am now coming aware that the issues listed above have been subject to many recalls for the exact same engine as mine, however I learned this information though a third party technician. Not once did the dealership mention it. I looked further and found several cases on many online kia forums of people claiming to have the same issues with the same engine. I am just looking to have some help getting this situation resolved as I've had many people tell me that I shouldn't be having these kinds of problems with a car this young. Not to mention that my car still falls under the power train warrenty as well as the extended warrenty. Below I have sent copies of all the diagnostic information I received. Please respond as soon as possible. I thank you for your time.
I was driving on highway 8 in san diego,CA and I heard a loud rattling noise, the check engine light lit up and the engine died and I was lucky to be able to coast the car to the shoulder of the freeway. I had it towed to my kia dealership in el cajon, CA. They looked at it and told me my engine seized and the engine was blown. I bought this car 11 months ago as a cpo and it is within the warranty of 10 yrs/100,000 miles. I've only put 21,000 miles on it. They are asking for my maintenance records and are having a special investigator to come out on 7/31/2018 to determine the cause. I have had one oil change done at the dealer in January of 2018, the rest of the oil changes I did on my own. The last oil change was just 2 weeks ago. The dealership is now telling me that it's up to the investigator to decide if the engine was defective and if they'll cover my engine under the powertrain warranty. When I took my vehicle in to the dealer in January 2018, I informed the mechanic that there was a knocking/pinging noise in the engine, he told me that this was normal. They never documented my complaint. After reading about all the problems with these engines and how kia is handling these problems, I am very concerned that they'll honor the warranty. I am making car loan payments on this car and cannot afford to pay for a new engine while the battle over these engines play out in the courts, your investigations and the recent fbi involvement. The dealer never informed me of possible problems with these engines. I never would've purchased this car. Please help, I am concerned that the investigator will falsify what is found in the engine upon investigation.
Its hard going up a hill and as I'm driving feels like car is pulling back while going forward.
The contact owns a 2015 kia Forte. After the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic due to a crash, the technician stated that the transmission case was damaged and started to corrode. The technician stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact noted that the damage and corrosion was present prior to the crash. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.