Tail Light Problems of Kia Motor Forte

Kia Motor Forte owners have reported 2 problems related to tail light (under the exterior lighting category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Kia Motor Forte based on all problems reported for the Forte.

1 Tail Light problem of the 2017 Kia Motor Forte

Failure Date: 05/26/2022

The contact owns a 2017 kia Forte. The contact stated that while an independent mechanic was performing an inspection, the contact was informed that the passenger’s side rear taillight was faulty and needed to be replaced. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was informed that the failure was due to water intrusion into the taillight housing. Additionally, the contact stated that the wheels were rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.

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2 Tail Light problem of the 2017 Kia Motor Forte

Failure Date: 10/09/2020

1st incident, 10/09/20 water intail lights smells of mildew 2nd " 11/1/20 water is leaking in trunk installed new gaskets to the tail lights 3rd " 6/9/21 removed drivers seat and gas/trunk latch lever and fuel door lever cable cable was found to be stretched and needs replaced. Parts were ordered 01/10/22 parts never came in because according to kia they don't know how to fix it. I'am so sorry I bought this car with 2,992. 31 still owed you should compensate by paying this off.


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