2017
Kia
Forte
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173 hp @ 6500 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
173 hp
Horsepower
154 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-Speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.0 - 9.4 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity50.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
422 L
Cargo
1,072 mm
Front Legroom
912 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Seat Memory
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Android Auto
Bluetooth
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
14 ft11.5"
4.56m
Width
5 ft10.1"
1.78m
Height
4 ft8.5"
1.44m
Wheelbase
8 ft10.3"
2.7m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Titanium Bronze
#514342
Aurora Black
#191A1A
Garnet Red
#6A4652
Deep Sea Blue
#31629C
Clear White
#E9EBEA
Silky Silver
#A6A6A6
Currant Red
#BC585B
Phantom Gray
#A8AAAB
Snow White Pearl
#FFFFFF
Crimson Red
#6B232E
Gravity Blue
#50607B
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
288 complaints reported to NHTSA
288
Total Reports
23
Crashes
19
Injuries
8
Fires
Most Common Issues
ENGINE
137
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
44
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
44
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
42
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
28
AIR BAGS
17
Recent Reports
ODI #11700945
Nov 22, 2025
AIR BAGSENGINE
There are 3 recalls on my engine type but kia dealership says no recalls,#21V6220000,#22V031000,#21V260000. ENGINE TYOE 2.0L NU MPI ENGINE(SC210),MY ph#XXX INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Dec 31, 1969VIN: 3KPFK4A74HE***
ODI #11700164
Nov 18, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUNKNOWN OR OTHER
I have 2 problems with my 2017 Kia Forte sedan: 1) They have put an "environmentally friendly" coating on the wire harnesses under the front hood of the engine which emits a vanilla scent when warm and attracts rats that eat the wire harness when the vehicle is parked. They need to revert back to the original jacket material on the wire harnesses that don't attract rodents. I've spent hundreds of dollars repairing the wire harness, and it's an ongoing problem on wires I haven't replaced. The ones I've already replaced were with "original" materials that don't have the environmentally-friendly coating. 2) Paint (or clear coat?) peeling on the roof and door handles in less than 100,000 miles. I'm told this could be due to a faulty primer, but Kia won't do anything about it, as they say their paint warranty is only for 3 years or 36,000 miles, which is subpar.
Incident: Nov 12, 2025VIN: 3KPFK4A73HE***
ODI #11699846
Nov 17, 2025
ENGINE
Engine light came on around 81k miles and I've replaced several components and it fixed then light would come back on. I kept up on oil changes frequently. I had the spark plugs, o2 sensors replaced twice. It would idle low and or stall. The engine started knocking at 135k I still owe 9k on loan and it's the 2.0L NU MPI M/T ENGINE. PLEASE RECALL IT ALREADY SO MANY OWNERS ARE BEING SCREWED ON THIS VEHICLE.
Incident: Oct 10, 2025VIN: 3KPFK4A73HE***
ODI #11699134
Nov 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving with the phone plugged in on speaker, there was smoke coming from the adapter cord. The contact stated that the charger cord was melting. The adapter was unplugged by the driver. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 141,224.
Incident: Nov 12, 2025VIN: 3KPFK4A70HE***
ODI #11699178
Nov 13, 2025
ENGINE
Consumo excesivo de aceite / Defecto del motor - Kia Forte 2017 -Estimado NHTSA, Me gustaría informar de un problema de consumo excesivo de aceite en mi Kia Forte 2017, que parece estar relacionado con un defecto interno del motor similar a los problemas previamente identificados en otros motores Kia. Mi vehículo fue inspeccionado por un concesionario autorizado de Kia, Miami Lakes Kia (Florida). Realizaron una prueba oficial de consumo de aceite y confirmaron que el motor consume aproximadamente 1 litro de aceite cada 1.000 millas, lo que está muy por encima de los niveles normales. El concesionario recomendó reemplazar el motor debido al desgaste interno. Abrí un caso formal con Kia America (caso #25501358) antes de recibir su denegación. Kia America reconoció mi caso, pero más tarde declaró que mi vehículo está "fuera de garantía" y "no está incluido en el acuerdo o en la garantía extendida por consumo de aceite". A pesar de esto, el problema refleja claramente un defecto de fabricación que podría conducir a fallas del motor y riesgos de seguridad durante la conducción (pérdida de presión de aceite, posible convulsión del motor o estancamiento a velocidades de autopista). Solicito respetuosamente que la NHTSA revise este caso y lo incluya en cualquier investigación sobre el consumo excesivo de aceite o los defectos del motor en los motores Kia 2.0L "Nu". Gracias por su atención y por ayudar a proteger la seguridad del consumidor. Saludos cordiales.
Incident: Oct 30, 2023VIN: 3KPFK4A77HE***
ODI #11697826
Nov 6, 2025
POWER TRAINELECTRICAL SYSTEMSERVICE BRAKES
Was traveling on interstate inside lane in heavy traffic and all of a sudden lost power,no throttle response, no warning lights,no priors,wasn't able to move to shoulder.. very close to being rear ended..all of a sudden power returned.. happened 8-12 times trying to get home.. no warning lights .. after got home hooked up my diagnostic scanner and ECU had code P050400 and BCM had no codes but in pids list under stop lamp fuse pid read broken. Checked fuses non were bad.tested brake switch and tested ok and adjusted correctly. Wiring and connectors appeared undamaged...
Incident: Nov 5, 2025VIN: 3KPFL4A79HE***
ODI #11696833
Oct 31, 2025
ENGINE
Overconsumption of oil, led to engine damage and stalling. Car struggles to start and there is an engine knock. Mechanic advised that the car is not drivable as it will stall while driving as it has done previously and there was a noticeable burning smell when the car was running. Car is under 100,000 miles
Incident: Oct 30, 2025VIN: 3KPFK4A75HE***
ODI #11691778
Oct 7, 2025
ENGINE
I am the original owner of this car and get all my oil changes and regular maintenance on time. The car has 123k miles. I was getting into the freeway evening of 10/3 and my car stopped accelerating was making a loud noise so I pulled off to the side of the road. Per the Kia dealership service department my engine completely failed. This is a known issue with this year and model but Kia is not helping me in any way with the replacement of my engine. Please help.
Incident: Oct 3, 2025VIN: 3KPFK4A79HE***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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