Defect
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.
2016 Kia Forte Recall
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What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
The NHTSA has 13 recall entries affecting the Forte family that may apply to the 2016 Kia Forte Koup, covering engine fires, brake switch issues, air bag control faults, cooling fan resistors, and more. Key component issues include engine compartment fire risk (engine leaks/KSDS software), brake pedal stopper pad deterioration, air bag control unit faults, and oil-pump/ oil-pan concerns for certain model years. Nalley Kia recommends owners confirm VIN-specific status and schedule service for any open campaign; recall repairs are free and handled by our factory-trained technicians.
How do I check if my 2016 Kia Forte Koup has an open recall?
Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to Nalley Kia and we will check for free. You can also call Kia customer service (1-800-333-4542) and reference recall numbers such as SC200, SC158, SC165, SC207, SC210 when discussing Forte-family campaigns. If you prefer hands-off support, schedule service and our service team will verify recalls and perform required repairs at no charge.
How much does a 2016 Kia Forte Koup recall repair cost?
Recall repairs for the 2016 Kia Forte Koup are performed at no cost to the owner under the manufacturer recall program. All recall remedies documented by NHTSA—such as engine inspections, brake pad replacements, OCS/ODS unit swaps, cooling fan resistor replacements, or oil pan replacement—are performed free of charge at a certified Kia dealer like Nalley Kia. If you need additional non-recall maintenance, ask about our service specials and available service financing so you can get necessary work done now and pay later.
Can I get my 2016 Kia Forte Koup recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Manufacturer recall repairs must be performed by an authorized dealer to ensure correct parts, software updates, and documentation; Nalley Kia is a factory-authorized Kia dealer in Lithonia, GA. Some independent shops may perform related repairs, but only a franchise Kia dealer can guarantee OEM parts, factory software updates (for example the KSDS update) and proper recall claim processing with Kia. For safe, documented recall service near you, schedule service at Nalley Kia—our technicians are Kia-trained and use OEM diagnostic tools.
How long does a 2016 Kia Forte Koup recall repair take?
Repair time varies by campaign, but most recall actions (inspections, part replacements, software updates) are completed in a few hours to one business day. Complex engine replacements or parts availability can extend turnaround; Nalley Kia prioritizes recall repairs and will provide an ETA when you schedule an appointment. We offer loaner options and convenient hours for Lithonia and greater Atlanta customers; ask about our service specials and financing if additional repairs are needed.
Does an open recall affect my 2016 Kia Forte Koup's trade-in or resale value?
An unresolved recall can lower trade-in and resale value because buyers and dealers commonly check NHTSA records and VIN history during appraisals. Having all recalls completed at a franchise dealer like Nalley Kia protects resale value and provides documented proof of repairs when you use our trade-in/appraisal service at sell your car online. Resolving recalls also reduces insurance and inspection complications—schedule service to protect value and safety.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2016 Kia Forte Koup recall?
Some recalls affect emission or safety systems that could lead to inspection failures; while inspections vary by state, unresolved safety recalls can create issues during sale or inspection in certain jurisdictions. Addressing recalls at Nalley Kia ensures components like brake switches, air bag systems, and electrical cooling components are restored to factory spec before inspection or transfer of ownership. Contact Nalley Kia to confirm VIN-specific recall status and schedule service—we also offer service financing for eligible repairs.
2016 Kia Forte Koup Recall Summary
These entries are summarized from NHTSA records. If you own a 2016 Kia Forte Koup, contact Nalley Kia in Lithonia, GA or schedule service to confirm your VIN status and receive free, factory-performed recall repairs.
Recall Service & Dealership Highlights
Safety Risks You Can’t Ignore
The 2016 Kia Forte Koup has multiple NHTSA-listed campaigns that raise immediate safety concerns, and addressing them promptly protects you and your passengers. Specific issues found in NHTSA records include an engine compartment fire risk tied to oil or fuel leaks and software detection updates (SC200), brake pedal stopper pad deterioration that can keep brake lights illuminated or allow the vehicle to shift out of PARK (SC158), and air bag control unit faults that may disable frontal airbags or seat belt pretensioners (SC165). For some model years, cooling fan resistors have overheated and melted, increasing fire risk; other campaigns cover oil pump contamination leading to engine stall and oil pan replacement (SC210). Ignoring these recalls can increase the risk of injury in a crash, cause sudden engine stalls, or even lead to vehicle fire. Nalley Kia prioritizes safety: our factory-trained technicians perform the precise inspections and repairs required by Kia, using OEM parts and manufacturer diagnostics to ensure a complete remedy. Because recall repairs are free, there is no financial barrier—schedule service at our Lithonia service center so we can confirm your 2016 Kia Forte Koup’s status and address any open campaigns right away.
Your Certified Recall Experts
Nalley Kia is the authorized Kia franchise dealer serving Lithonia, GA and the surrounding communities of Roswell, Alpharetta, Decatur, and the greater Atlanta area. Our service department is staffed with factory-certified technicians who receive ongoing Kia training and use OEM diagnostic tools to perform accurate recall repairs. For owners of the 2016 Kia Forte Koup, that means any required software updates, part replacements, or engine inspections are completed to Kia’s standards and documented under the manufacturer’s program. We only install genuine Kia parts and we process recall claims directly with the manufacturer, ensuring the repair is recorded for VIN history and future resale value. Nalley Kia offers convenient hours, transparent communication, and free recall repair—your local certified Kia dealer for recall work near Lithonia. If you have questions about recalls, parts availability, or our service process, contact our parts & service departments or schedule service online; we also post current service specials to help with non-recall maintenance.
Next Steps: Quick VIN Check
The fastest way to confirm open campaigns for your 2016 Kia Forte Koup is to check your VIN on NHTSA.gov or bring the vehicle to Nalley Kia for a free VIN recall check. When you arrive, our technicians will run OEM diagnostics, inspect the affected components (engine compartment, brake pedal assembly, air bag control unit, cooling fan resistor, oil pan, and others listed in NHTSA records), and advise on remedies and estimated repair time. Most recall actions are completed within a few hours; more complex engine work may require additional time, but Nalley Kia will provide a clear ETA and loaner options when available. If repairs are needed, they are performed free of charge under the manufacturer recall program—no out-of-pocket cost for the remedy. To minimize downtime, schedule service online, and ask about our service financing options for any unrelated repairs that you wish to address at the same visit. Our goal is a safe, documented repair that protects your family and vehicle value.
Protect Your Resale Value
Unresolved recalls can lower trade-in offers and complicate private sales because many buyers and dealers check NHTSA records and VIN histories before purchase. For owners of the 2016 Kia Forte Koup, completing recall repairs at a franchise dealer like Nalley Kia ensures that all manufacturer remedies are documented and the vehicle history reflects factory-performed repairs using OEM parts. This documented service preserves the vehicle’s marketability and reassures prospective buyers. Our appraisal and trade-in team will always consider completed recall work favorably when providing offers—if you are considering selling or trading, start by visiting our trade-in portal at sell your car online and then schedule service to confirm and clear any open recalls. Completing recalls at no cost protects both safety and value, and Nalley Kia will provide the paperwork buyers expect when verifying recall completion.
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Recall Summary
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Engine
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Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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 is currently developing a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software update, which when available, will be performed by dealers free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
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Engine4
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Defect
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.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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 is currently developing a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software update, which when available, will be performed by dealers free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
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Air Bag2
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Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
Consequence
If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is planned to begin on July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.
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Brake2
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Defect
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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Seat Belt1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.
Consequence
If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is SC132.
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Electrical System1
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Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kia Forte vehicles manufactured December 5, 2012, to April 17, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the cooling fan resistor may overheat and melt.
Consequence
If the cooling fan resistor overheats and melts, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and for vehicles produced from December 5, 2012 to January 27, 2014, dealers will replace the cooling fan resistor and multi-fuse unit. For vehicles produced from January 28, 2014 to April 17, 2014, dealers will replace the multi-
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Headlight1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. 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
Consequence
If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.
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Axle Shaft1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
Consequence
A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.
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Oil Pan1
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Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.
Consequence
A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210.
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