NHTSA recall 21V260000
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Oil/lubrication › Pump
KIA Forte
Reported Apr 13, 20214,069 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC210
The defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.
The risk
A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210.