NHTSA Recall 16V070000: Cooling unit and lines (power train)
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,240 vehicles. It affects 2011 Kia Forte.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V070000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC129 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
| Report received | February 5, 2016 |
| Owner notification | March 30, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Forte vehicles manufactured August 27, 2010, to November 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Safety risk
If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission cooler hose, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC129.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V070000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Forte | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.