Kia Forte: Suspension — lower arm

Affects Kia Forte · 2023 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational