2.1

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
75,000 miles

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problem #2

May 112022

Forte

  • 77,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving and while at a complete stop, she noticed an abnormal burning odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the third brake light assembly had melted. The mechanic replaced the third brake light assembly; however, the burning odor persisted. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where the valve cover gasket was replaced; however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made abnormal rattling sounds. The dealer diagnosed that the belt tensioner needed to be replaced. The part was replaced by AAA. The contact stated that the rattling sounds were reduced; however, the burning odor persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that she was concerned for her safety. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist as the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.

- Rockville, MD, USA

problem #1

Jul 032015

Forte

  • 73,000 miles
Left rear caliper stuck at 73,000 miles around 7/3/15, overheating and ruining the pad and rotor. Right rear caliper stuck at 111,500 miles around 9/20/18, overheating and ruining the pad and rotor. While one did not occur in this case, a stuck caliper is a fire risk and twice in three years seems too frequent for this to happen.

- Pikesville, MD, USA