2009 Kia Forte recalls and problems

The 2009 Kia Forte has 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

2009 Kia Forte
Photo: 2009 Kia Forte by Avante2025, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2009 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 16 Forte model years — 16th most.

0recalls
1complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
120,456median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2009 vs. other Kia Forte years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2009. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2009 Kia Forte have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2009 Kia Forte. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kia Forte?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.