A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Axle Assembly — Axle Shaft

Summary

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.

Actions

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.

Documents (14)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Chronology
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2020-3
• Miscellaneous Document - SC195 - Request for Reimbursement Form
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2020-4
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SC195 - Dealer Principal Memo
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SC195 -Dealer Service Manager Memo
• Miscellaneous Document - SC195 2019 MY KIA FORTE DRIVESHAFT SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN Q & A
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2021-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-2

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