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2019 Kia ForteProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 222 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
222
Crashes
22
Fires
4
Recalls
2
TSBs
102
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 222 complaints, 22 crashes, 4 fires, and 2 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.1x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

transmission failure

7 complaints • Severity 8.9/10

$X,XXX
2

loud screech grind car stalled

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

ac compressor failed

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
4

air flow thru doors makes car float and drift on road

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
5

front collision warning camera blocked fcw disabled

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the DrivetrainHIGH

47 owners reported drivetrain issues — failures commonly reported around 11K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

71
0–30K
9
30–60K
6
60–90K
7
90–120K
1
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (71 reports) • Median: 11K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Drivetrain (47 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Drivetrain47 (21%)
Engine41 (18%)
Other22 (10%)
Electrical21 (9%)
Collision Avoidance15 (7%)
Lights12 (5%)
Steering9 (4%)
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking7 (3%)

2019 Kia Forte: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 21% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Forte, with 47 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 10,892 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 11K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 18% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Forte, with 41 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Forte, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Collision Avoidance Issues

Collision Avoidance complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Forte, with 15 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to collision avoidance-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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18
30
19
31
20
30
21
17
22
23
23
32
24
22
25
33
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2019 Kia Forte. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

18V771000Nov 2018

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

20V459000Sep 2020

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2019 Kia Forte NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Kia Forte is the 2010 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2019 Kia Forte vs. Class Average (Midsize Cars)

This vehicle

222

Class avg

108

2.1x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical midsize cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 222 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2019 Kia Forte: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Kia Forte?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2019 Kia Forte is related to the drivetrain, with 47 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2019 Kia Forte reliable?
The 2019 Kia Forte has 222 complaints, 22 crash reports, and 4 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 2.1x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2019 Kia Forte?
NHTSA rates the 2019 Kia Forte 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2019 Kia Forte problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2019 Kia Forte have any recalls?
Yes, the 2019 Kia Forte has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Kia Forte problems start?
Based on 94 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 10,892 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2019 Kia Forte data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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