2017 KIA FORTE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Kia Forte. This model year has 296 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2017 Kia Forte Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Kia Forte. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 155 | 4 | 4 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 49 | 6 | 4 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 44 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 42 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 29 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 17 | 13 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Kia Forte. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 296 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, there was an abnormal screeching sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to pull off to the side of the road, and the vehicle shut off. The cont…
Failure of the engine oil pump pertaining to the exact situation covered in NHTSA campaign 21V-260, but vehicle is not covered. The campaign covered vehicles manufactured from June 5, 2017 to July 24, 2017. Vehicle was manufactured in Mexico, is equipped with the 2.0 Nu MPI engin…
The vehicle went into Tasca Kia for a cam shaft replacement, this did not fix the issue and the vehicle needed an entire engine replacement under power train warranty. Since then, the vehicle has continuously stalled. The vehicle is not indicating a reason for stalling, it is doc…
I am emailing i have an issue with a my vehicle i took it in to the dealership and got the recalls performed and they still have not updated in the system i am trying to rent out my car on turo and am not able to do i also contacted the dealership and they said its all electronic…
Not providing enough oil pressure for my timing to function correctly.
Had to replace a P0014 Exhaust camshaft position timing VCT solenoid - over advanced (Bank1) last year on October 1,2024. Now 2025 December 8,2025 need a nothing camshaft position timing VCT solenoid and also says I need replace my engine. I think something is not right about th…
About three years ago the clear paint on my car started to peel on the mirrors and car handles. It's progressively gotten worse and now the roof and side mirrors only have patches left and driver side door has started peeling.
My vehicle caught fire while driving also before fire vehicle started popping and stuttering rattling sound. I was on highway.
There are 3 recalls on my engine type but kia dealership says no recalls,#21V6220000,#22V031000,#21V260000. ENGINE TYOE 2.0L NU MPI ENGINE(SC210),MY ph#XXX INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I have 2 problems with my 2017 Kia Forte sedan: 1) They have put an "environmentally friendly" coating on the wire harnesses under the front hood of the engine which emits a vanilla scent when warm and attracts rats that eat the wire harness when the vehicle is parked. They need…
Engine light came on around 81k miles and I've replaced several components and it fixed then light would come back on. I kept up on oil changes frequently. I had the spark plugs, o2 sensors replaced twice. It would idle low and or stall. The engine started knocking at 135k I sti…
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving with the phone plugged in on speaker, there was smoke coming from the adapter cord. The contact stated that the charger cord was melting. The adapter was unplugged by the driver. There were no warning lights…
Consumo excesivo de aceite / Defecto del motor - Kia Forte 2017 -Estimado NHTSA, Me gustaría informar de un problema de consumo excesivo de aceite en mi Kia Forte 2017, que parece estar relacionado con un defecto interno del motor similar a los problemas previamente identificados…
Was traveling on interstate inside lane in heavy traffic and all of a sudden lost power,no throttle response, no warning lights,no priors,wasn't able to move to shoulder.. very close to being rear ended..all of a sudden power returned.. happened 8-12 times trying to get home.. no…
Overconsumption of oil, led to engine damage and stalling. Car struggles to start and there is an engine knock. Mechanic advised that the car is not drivable as it will stall while driving as it has done previously and there was a noticeable burning smell when the car was running…
I am the original owner of this car and get all my oil changes and regular maintenance on time. The car has 123k miles. I was getting into the freeway evening of 10/3 and my car stopped accelerating was making a loud noise so I pulled off to the side of the road. Per the Kia deal…
About September 6th I was driving my vehicle. It is a blue Kia forte 2017. I just had cleaned it at a local car wash. Prior to this 1-2 weeks before my ac had just started to blow hot air. So I recharged it with some recharge that I purchased a recharge can and my buddy Scott hel…
I am submitting this formal complaint regarding a serious safety issue I experienced with my 2017 Kia Forte. While driving, my steering wheel suddenly locked up & I was unable to turn left or right. This failure occurred in the middle of the road & put my life at serious risk. Th…
my life was unsafe by being put in this vehicle whos engine was damaged and caught on fire while driving it as a MILITARY soldier.
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where a scanner determined that there was a failure with the…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Kia Forte.
Recalls for 2017 Kia Forte
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Kia Forte. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2017 Kia Forte — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Kia Forte reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2017 Kia Forte has 296 NHTSA owner complaints, 23 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (155 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Kia Forte?▾
#1: Engine Problems (155 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (49 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (44 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Kia Forte?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Kia Forte?▾
The 2017 Kia Forte has 23 crash-related complaints and 9 fire reports out of 296 total NHTSA complaints. 21 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Kia Forte have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Kia Forte. The largest issue: AIR BAGS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2017 Kia Forte?▾
The 2017 Kia Forte has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia Forte reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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