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NHTSA Recall 22V906000: Arm (steering)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 939 vehicles. It affects 2023 Kia Forte.

939
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (January 12)
NHTSA campaign22V906000
Manufacturer campaignSC259
ComponentSTEERING › LINKAGES › KNUCKLE › SPINDLE › ARM
Report receivedDecember 8, 2022
Owner notificationJanuary 12, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.

Safety risk

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V906000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Forte2023

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.