KIA FORTE (2023) recall — Steering
Kia recalls certain 2023 Forte vehicles with a potential steering knuckle crack that could cause loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect and replace the part free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Kia is recalling some 2023 Forte vehicles because a steering knuckle could crack, leading to loss of steering control. This could increase crash risk during normal driving. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81448-kia-2023-forte-steering-recall-risk-of-crash-due-to.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81448-kia-2023-forte-steering-recall-risk-of-crash-due-to · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V906000
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“Kia 2023 Forte Steering Recall: Risk of Crash Due to Steering Knuckle Crack.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81448-kia-2023-forte-steering-recall-risk-of-crash-due-to. Based on NHTSA recall #22V906000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V906000).
Why it’s dangerous
A manufacturing error causes the front left steering knuckle to crack. This crack can lead to loss of steering control, increasing crash risk while driving.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2023 Kia Forte vehicles with the specific steering knuckle part are affected. Drivers are most at risk if the part cracks during normal use.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2023 Kia Forte has the front left steering knuckle that may crack. The recall was announced in January 2023 for affected vehicles.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Kia Customer Service
Call 1-800-333-4542 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a repair.
Get Steering Knuckle Inspected
Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle if needed, free of charge.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
Questions people ask
Why is my 2023 Kia Forte being recalled?
Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can cause loss of steering control.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it's a 2023 Kia Forte with the specific front left steering knuckle that may crack. The recall was announced in January 2023.
What should I do if I have the affected part?
Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle for free if needed. Contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule the repair.
Contact Kia
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V906000 — Kia Kia Hello, I own a Kia that is covered by recall 22V906000 from Kia. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V906000 (August 12, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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