2011 Kia Forte problems by component
153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Kia Forte, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine → | 45 | 29% | 105,945 mi |
| Air Bags → | 35 | 23% | 63,000 mi |
| Power Train → | 18 | 12% | 56,220 mi |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 17 | 11% | — |
| Electrical System → | 16 | 10% | — |
| Service Brakes → | 11 | 7% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 10 | 7% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 5% | — |
| Structure | 8 | 5% | — |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 4% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 3% | — |
| Steering | 5 | 3% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2% | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.