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2019 Kia Forte

2 open recalls

Every repair below is free.

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  • Recall repairs are free by law, however old the vehicle is.
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  • There is no deadline — an open recall stays open until it's repaired.

Open recalls

Source: NHTSA · synced 29 Jul 2026 13:14
Repair when you can Power train

A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 834 vehicles affected Read campaign 20V459000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair when you can Exterior lighting

If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 1,754 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V771000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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