2022 KIA Forte Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Forte years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 14th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 KIA Forte. That ranks 14th out of 16 Forte model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (9 complaints, 32%). Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 28owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 KIA Forte 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 9 | 32% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 14% | 12,800 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 14% | 77,371 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 7% | 11,224 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 7% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 4% | 12,800 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 KIA Forte recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering:column
Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel became inoperable, with an abnormal sound coming from the steering wheel. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound while attempting to make a turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and…
We were told it was the fuel pump. This car has put my son in danger twice. The car stalls out while driving, completely shuts down. He is traumatized due to this occurring in during traffic hour. The car dies and you canât put it in neutral nor have the hazard light turn on. Complete shut down…
AC is not blowing cold air even after replacing refrigerant. Mechanic says the compressor has failed, even though the car is only a few years old and has never been involved in any major incidents.
Air compressor broken Backup camera not working
Vehicle: 2022 Kia Forte LXS I am filing this complaint regarding a complete air conditioning system failure on my 2022 Kia Forte LXS, which is fully covered under Kia's 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. The vehicle has been driven under 60,000 miles and has no accident history. The AC…
Other KIA Forte years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Forte | 26 | 0 |
| 2023 Forte | 65 | 3 |
| 2022 | 28 | 1 |
| 2021 Forte | 69 | 2 |
| 2020 Forte | 78 | 0 |
| 2019 Forte | 149 | 2 |
| 2018 Forte | 136 | 3 |
| 2017 Forte | 305 | 3 |
| 2016 Forte | 136 | 1 |
| 2015 Forte | 260 | 1 |
| 2014 Forte | 444 | 3 |
| 2013 Forte | 195 | 5 |
| 2012 Forte | 292 | 4 |
| 2011 Forte | 154 | 3 |
| 2010 Forte | 221 | 3 |
| 2009 Forte | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 KIA Forte?
Owners most often report unknown or other, engine, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 KIA Forte?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 KIA Forte a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Forte model years, the 2022 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.