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2022 Kia Forte

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2022 Kia Forte
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:34:32.704Z

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia Forte Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2022 highlighted. 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2010: 221 complaints 2011: 152 complaints 2011 2012: 289 complaints 2013: 195 complaints 2013 2014: 437 complaints 2015: 257 complaints 2015 2016: 130 complaints 2017: 300 complaints 2017 2018: 134 complaints 2019: 145 complaints 2019 2020: 71 complaints 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 25 complaints 2022 2023: 56 complaints 2023 2024: 22 complaints 2024
2022: 25 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
20091
2010221
2011152
2012289
2013195
2014437
2015257
2016130
2017300
2018134
2019145
202071
202167
202225
202356
202422

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

4 of 25 total reports mention: engine.

SUSPENSION

3 of 25 total reports mention: suspension.

STEERING

3 of 25 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

3 of 25 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

2 of 25 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220527 — steering

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Remedy: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.

Campaign 22V304000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2022 Kia Forte — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 22V304000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2021 ▲ 2020

WORST YEARS

■ 2014 ■ 2017 ◆ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Kia Forte reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Forte?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Forte have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.