2011 Kia Forte — Known Issues & Recalls

While driving your 2011 Kia Forte, you noticed a ticking sound and smoke coming from under the hood, along with several warning lights on your dashboard. You pulled over and found smoke coming from the HECU fuse box area. Your vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it sat for three weeks with no communication about what was found or being repaired. This issue is related to a recall (NHTSA Campaign 23V652000) affecting the hydraulic brake system. The repair will likely involve inspection and replacement of the HECU (Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit) fuse box or related brake system components.

Your brake system warning light came on along with other warning lights while driving at 45 MPH, and you noticed your car jumping and jerking during acceleration and deceleration. After restarting, the jerking continued and you felt resistance when accelerating. These problems started about a week after your car was serviced for a recall repair to the brake system. Neither an independent mechanic nor the dealer was able to diagnose or fix the issue.

Your 2011 Kia Forte experienced smoke from under the hood, a burning smell inside the cabin, and a check engine light while driving. A mechanic diagnosed a failed pollution control system and said the engine needed replacement. You were notified of a recall (23V652000) related to service brakes that mentioned a possible engine fire risk, but the dealer said the repair isn't covered under the recall and parts aren't yet available.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V652000) for the hydraulic brake system, but the required repair parts aren't yet available from Kia. You've noticed an abnormal burning smell coming from the wiring inside your vehicle. Your dealer was contacted but hasn't diagnosed or repaired the issue, and you feel Kia has taken too long to make the repair parts available. Resolving this will require Kia to supply the necessary brake system components and have your dealer complete the recall service once parts become available.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is subject to a safety recall (23V652000) related to the hydraulic braking system, but you've experienced significant delays in getting the repair completed. You've scheduled an appointment at the dealer, but after waiting 3 hours, you were told the required parts weren't available and their system was down. The manufacturer may need to replace or repair components in your hydraulic brake system to address the recall issue.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V652000) for a hydraulic brake system issue, but the replacement parts needed for the repair aren't available yet. You've been waiting longer than expected for the manufacturer to make parts available, and you've confirmed with both the dealer and Kia that the parts still haven't arrived. Your brakes are currently working fine, but you'll need to have this recall service completed once the parts become available.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is subject to a safety recall (Campaign 23V652000) involving the hydraulic brake system, but the replacement part needed for the repair isn't currently available from your dealer. You haven't experienced any brake problems yet, but you're waiting for the manufacturer to make the necessary part available to complete the recall service.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V652000) related to the hydraulic brake system, but the necessary repair parts aren't yet available from your dealer. You haven't experienced an actual brake failure, but the manufacturer has taken longer than expected to make the parts available for this recall repair. Once parts become available, your dealer will need to service your brake hydraulic system.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is subject to a recall (Campaign 23V652000) for the hydraulic brake system, but the replacement part hasn't been made available yet despite an extended wait. You haven't experienced any brake failure so far, but the manufacturer is behind schedule on providing the necessary parts for the repair. The dealer confirmed that the required parts are not currently in stock.

Your car has been identified as potentially at risk of catching fire due to a faulty fuse, and this issue has been unresolved since September. You've had to park outside to avoid damage to your car while waiting for repairs. The fix will likely involve replacing the defective fuse and addressing any related wiring or electrical components.

Your first engine was replaced under warranty at 97,218 miles, and now your second engine is failing at 106,607 miles. You're questioning whether the second engine should still be covered under your 20-year/200,000-mile warranty since both engines have been replaced under the 200,000-mile limit. The dealer will need to review your warranty coverage and determine whether the second engine replacement qualifies for coverage.

Your engine is making a ticking noise that started after you purchased the car. You've noticed that your check engine light didn't come on when your gas cap was left off, which concerns you. You've researched this engine model and found that many similar vehicles have been recalled. A mechanic should diagnose the ticking noise and check your vehicle's recall status to see if any factory issues apply to your car.

Your center high-mounted brake light overheated during normal driving, causing the plastic bulb socket and housing to melt. The bulb fell into your cargo area and was so hot it burned holes in fabric stored nearby, creating a potential fire hazard. No warning lights appeared before this happened. The repair will likely involve replacing the brake light assembly, socket, and wiring to prevent overheating.

Your car is displaying multiple airbag-related warning codes indicating problems with the airbag system sensors and communication. Specifically, you're seeing error codes for a WCS (Wireless Control System) sensor defect, a WCS communication error, and a door ajar lamp circuit failure. The airbag system should be inspected and repaired by a qualified technician to ensure your airbags will deploy properly in a crash.

Your car unexpectedly accelerated on its own while you were driving home. Fortunately, you were already near your house when this happened. This could indicate an issue with the throttle system or engine control, and should be diagnosed by a mechanic to determine the root cause.

Your car's engine control unit (NECU) failed, which caused the engine to blow and resulted in a fire. The engine no longer runs, and no warning lights came on before the failure occurred.

Your air conditioning system is dripping condensation directly onto the subframe on the passenger side under the engine, which could cause rust and structural damage over time. A mechanic discovered this during suspension work and noted the subframe could fail, though replacement is extremely expensive. You may also be experiencing anti-theft issues that Kia says aren't covered under recall, despite similar model years being affected. Addressing this will likely require redirecting the AC condensation drainage and potentially inspecting or reinforcing the subframe to prevent deterioration.

Your vehicle has been subject to multiple recalls affecting the powertrain, electrical system, and service brakes. You should contact your Kia dealer to schedule service for these recalled components to ensure your vehicle operates safely and reliably.

Your 2011 Kia Forte is under a manufacturer recall for brake issues, but the replacement parts aren't yet available. You're experiencing warning lights for the check engine, ABS, and engine malfunction, along with a burning smell coming from under the hood. The recall repair has been delayed beyond a reasonable timeframe, and the manufacturer hasn't been formally notified of your symptoms. Addressing this will likely require waiting for the recall parts to become available, then having the dealer perform the brake system repair and diagnose the burning smell.

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