2016 KIA FORTE KOUP — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
11
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP
The 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 11 technical service bulletins have been issued by Kia America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
In December after getting letter in the mail saying I needed an upgrade to my car's knock sensor I took it to a Kia dealership. I received word from the dealership that my car had suffered a lower crank shaft failure and would need to be replaced. The dealership told me that this was a known issue and gave me a number to call to file a claim. After months of trying to get follow-up from the Kia claim office, they denied the claim. They said my engine had suffered failure before I had the knock sensor update and if it would have occurred after they would have replaced the engine. Kia knows that there is a severe issue with the engines they put in these vehicles and they are failing to fix the problem.
Safety Rating for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP
Kia America, Inc. has issued 11 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SC238_OWNR_401 — SERVICE BRAKES
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SALT-STATE: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC238) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia conducting Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace brake line(s) in certain 2014-2017 MY Forte and Forte Koup vehicles that were originally sold in or are currently registered in states where...
PI2105YZ_TSB_R1 — ENGINE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2105Y/Z) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service...
SC238A_OWNR — SERVICE BRAKES
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER (RE)NOTIFICATION (SC238A) - The document is the owner (re)notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace brake line(s) in certain 2014-2017 MY Forte and Forte Koup vehicles that were originally sold in or are currently registered in states...
PI2105_OWNR_201 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (PI2105) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2016 MY Kia Forte and Forte Koup vehicles equipped with 2.0-liter engines to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage....
SC238_DP — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain 2014-2017 MY Forte and Forte Koup vehicles manufactured at a Kia plant in Korea from November 7, 2012 through April 19, 2017 and originally...
PI2105YZ_TSB — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2105Y/Z) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published (PI2105) titled "Nu 2.0L GDI - Knock Sensor Detection System ECU Logic Improvement". Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of...
PI2105YZ_TSB — EQUIPMENT
SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2105Y/Z) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published (PI2105) titled "Nu 2.0L GDI - Knock Sensor Detection System ECU Logic Improvement". Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of...
PI2105_DP — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage on 2016 MY Kia Forte...
PI2105_DPSM — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing...
TSB-GEN085R1 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the KIA FORTE KOUP
- 2011 KIA FORTE KOUP — 9 complaints
- 2012 KIA FORTE KOUP — 17 complaints
- 2013 KIA FORTE KOUP — 22 complaints
- 2014 KIA FORTE KOUP — 3 complaints
- 2015 KIA FORTE KOUP — 0 complaints
- 2016 KIA FORTE KOUP (current)
- 2017 KIA FORTE KOUP — 0 complaints
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