2015 Kia Forte: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Kia Forte: 1 recall, 260 owner complaints and up to 30 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine Vehicle recall #20V750000 · 2020 · 294,756 vehicles
What's wrong: An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Why it matters: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the knock sensor detection system (ksds) software,…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 20 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (158): the most common themes are noise or vibration (60), stalls / loses power (47), warning light on (47).
- Other / unknown (31): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (7), leaks (5), noise or vibration (5).
- Electrical (29): the most common themes are warning light on (10), electrical failure (9), stalls / loses power (7).
- Airbags (23): the most common themes are fails to deploy (7).
The 2015 Kia Forte has 260 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 16 Forte model years for complaints (1.6× the average Forte year). Complaints peaked in 2021 (47 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 75,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (444 complaints, 3 recalls), 2016 (136 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 37 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 36 | 29 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 36 | 29 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Kia Forte have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2015 Kia Forte. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Kia Forte problems?
Owners have filed 260 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (158), other / unknown (31), electrical (29).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Kia Forte get?
EPA ratings run up to 30 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Kia Forte repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.