2016 Kia Forte · recalls
2016 Kia Forte recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall that include the 2016 Kia Forte. It is 21V-622, filed Aug 9, 2021 for the latches/locks/linkages.
- 1recalls
- 1systems
- 135owner complaints
Newest recall or investigation Aug 9, 2021 · checked Sep 22, 2026
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN, and a finished repair drops it off the list. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Latches/Locks/Linkages:Trunk Lid:Latch
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.
No owner complaint on this car cites the latches/locks/linkages.
Complaints with no recall behind them
The systems owners of the 2016 Kia Forte complain about most that none of these recalls covers, as of Sep 22, 2026. A problem can be widespread without being a safety defect NHTSA can order fixed.
- Engine: 66 complaints, no recallstalling · engine failure
- Electrical: 21 complaints, no recallstalling
- Transmission and drivetrain: 16 complaints, no recallstalling
- Speed control: 14 complaints, no recall
- Airbags: 13 complaints, no recall
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