NHTSA Recall 23V649000: Suspension: lower arm
Do not drive Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,866 vehicles. It affects 2023 Kia Forte.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V649000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC283 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER ARM |
| Report received | September 22, 2023 |
| Owner notification | September 27, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Safety risk
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.
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 23V649000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Forte | 2023 |
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.