2014 KIA Forte Koup Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Forte Koup years
- Not enough data 6th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2014 KIA Forte Koup. That ranks 6th out of 8 Forte Koup model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 65,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 KIA Forte Koup problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 100% | 65,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2014 KIA Forte Koup recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine
Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
Risk: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine Fires (EA21003) — opened Dec 22, 2021, closed Feb 5, 2024, led to recall 23V877.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I have the forte koup sx tgdi trim. I was driving on freeway at 75-80 mph. I noticed i was not able to gain enough speed to pass slower traffic. Also noticed that once speed slowed to 65-70 mph the was no power when trying to accelerate. However the car still was able to regain speed and maintain…
Other KIA Forte Koup years
← 2013 Forte Koup · 2015 Forte Koup →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Forte Koup | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 Forte Koup | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 Forte Koup | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 Forte Koup | 16 | 4 |
| 2012 Forte Koup | 14 | 4 |
| 2011 Forte Koup | 8 | 2 |
| 2010 Forte Koup | 11 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 KIA Forte Koup?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2014 KIA Forte Koup?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 KIA Forte Koup a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Forte Koup model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.