Control arm: lower armRecall 23V-649 · 2023 Kia Forte
Kia America, Inc. recall 23V-649 covers 3,866 2023 Kia Forte for a control arm: lower arm problem, reported to NHTSA on September 22, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 83% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 23V649000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
The risk
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
83%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 228 vehicles were listed as unreachable.