- Worst Model Year:
We don't have a lot of complaints on file for the Kia Forte (although feel free to add yours here) -- probably because it's so new, but still that's definitely a good sign.
The 2010 Kia Forte has the most complaints, & the most-reported problem is also with the 2010 Forte for carpet molding.
Worst Reported Problems with the Forte
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Latest Owner Complaints About the Forte
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flickering lights -- 2010 Forte:
The dealership checked battery and alternator...they work fine. It is apparently normal, as they checked 2012 models on the lot and they do the same thing!! Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2010 Forte owners.
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knocking -- 2010 Forte:
I had the car in the shop many times. Finally they realised the car was burning more oil than needed. I am not sure they ever knew how to fix, so they gave me a new engine Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2010 Forte owners.
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strange crackle sound from A/C -- 2011 Forte:
The problem happens when I press the accelerator pedal & the A/C is running. I hear a crackle sound coming from the front, coming from inside the A/C vents, and then the sound disappears when the car is moving. Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2011 Forte owners.
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bugs ruined paint on hood -- 2010 Forte:
Love bugs were left on hood for four days due to travel. Could not wash some of them off upon return. Those that did come off had already eaten through clear coat. Paint on hood is ruined... will be contacting dealer first, then body shops, to find a resolution. Shame on Kia for such poor paint ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2010 Forte owners.
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carpet molding -- 2010 Forte:
In late 2009 I purchased a 2010 Kia Forte Koup from Airport Kia in Naples, Florida. The Forte Koup is a great little car; however, the car that I purchased has a very interesting, yet frustrating issue. The Forte that I purchased is a second vehicle that is not driven often as I have a work ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2010 Forte owners.