The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, he heard a knocking noise coming from the engine and a burning fuel odor was detected. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was first taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with damages connecting rods. Rods that connects the piston to the crankshaft from the bottom part of the engine. The mechanic contacted the Kia manufacturer for support and was informed there would be a recall from NHTSA coming out soon relating to the failure. The contact stated he received a recall notification with NHTSA campaign number: 20V750000 (engine) and that was the failure the vehicle experienced. The vehicle was then taken to hansen Kia ( 2300 carriage loop sw, olympia, wa 98502) for a recall inspection but was informed that the failure was the top part of the engine and not related to the recall so the recall repair was denied. The vehicle was later taken back to the independent mechanic and the failure again was diagnosed as the bottom part of the engine that had a broken rod bearing relating to the recall. The contact informed the Kia dealer of the independent mechanic's diagnostic and provided photo evidence but was again denied the recall repair. The contact stated that the recall for the vehicle was no longer showing on VIN tool when he searched it using his VIN after the dealer performed the recall inspection, the manufacturer was informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 50,800.

- Mckenna, WA, USA

My 2014 Kia Forte with a 1.8 L engine randomly stall and lost all power while driving. Oil emergency light comes on. We took our 2014 Kia Forte to our mechanic. They drained the oil and found metal shavings in the oil panel and said we need an engine replacement. We took our vehicle then to our local Kia dealership and they said our rod bearings are scraping causing the metal shavings. Our Kia Forte has 112,000 miles and is out of warranty and Kia said we have to pay out of pocket to replace the engine. We believe that this should be covered by an extended warranty due to the class action settlement against Kia.

- Oconomowoc, WI, USA

I was driving on the highway and the car caught on fire as I was driving.

- Naugatuck, CT, USA

On 2/19/2021 I was driving on the hwy and the car was losing power. I don't drive it that much so wasn't sure if it was just me. But as I pulled into a drive thru and was coming to a stop, the car was idling a little rough and the engine was ticking and lightly knocking. Also here is a list of continuing issues that we have had over the years since we bought the car brand new with like 12 miles on it. The rear passenger window has never worked. The radio bluetooth always had connectivity issues. Then the tire pressure warning light appeared and is still on. The tire shop said it might be a defective tire sensor back passenger. The airbag light is always on now. Then the radio antenna fell off the roof, I glued it back on. Recently the buttons on the steering wheel have not been functioning properly, or not at all. And the driver window button does whatever it wants to do, sometimes it will work with some light finesse.

- Perris, CA, USA

The car was having some... pause, when pressing on the gas so it was taken to a Kia dealer and they said it was the fuel injection so we paid the 200 plus dollars to get it fixed, this happen on a Friday, after the fix we feuled up and Saturday the car was not used on Sunday morning getting to church the car motor was on fire. This happened near thacker ave

- Sumner, WA, USA

I was driving the motor just went out. I check the oil it was leaking out.

- Milford, DE, USA

I was on my way to work and noticed my car started to shake/vibrate uncontrollably while driving. It wouldn't let me accelerate past 40mph. It stopped when at a standstill. Smelled an odor coming from the car. I called Kia and told them what has happened. Car was towed to the nearest dealer and I'm waiting for the results now.

- Cambridge, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine vibrated abnormally. During the failure, the vehicle loss power steering assist and the steering wheel was very difficult to turn in either direction. The check engine warning light and oil light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the engine coils however, the failure persisted. After receiving notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V750000 (engine), the vehicle was taken to Kia of greenville located at 2424 laurens rd, greenville, SC 29607 however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

- Piedmont, SC, USA

The 2014 Kia Forte ex has always had oil changes on time at about every 3000 miles. The car has always been operated in a respectful manner as much money was spent buying the car. Never had any problems with the car until recently started to vibrate excessively at idle, then started to make a nocking noise in the engine especially under load. We do not know if the car is safe to drive. I am waiting on a knock sensor software update recall letter. This lets us know Kia dealerships have the ability to perform this part of recall as they are unable to do this as of 02/03/2021. I sure hope we can get this quality and safety problem resolved. The car has only 70060 miles on it. Engine failure should not occur this early on. I have never experienced any type of major engine failures with a car with this low of miles on it. Very likely a machining or engineering defect. Recall SC200. Took to dealership today said there is nothing they can do yet so to speak. They said it passed the part of inspection they are able to do so far. Kia headquarters in ca said nothing can do yet. We agreed wait to get software update. Meanwhile we have a car that we are afraid to drive, makes loud nocking noise. Recall SC200

- Des Moines, IA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, there was a knocking noise coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing an engine rod to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 20V750000 (engine) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of failure and told the contact that the vehicle was not under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

- Maquoketa, IA, USA

Purchased on June 27 2019. 3 weeks later I stopped by dealership for assistance it's been a nightmare since. Car had been consuming oil and I've spent thousands of dollars for repairs. Just had master mechanic replacing catalytic converter and it's already plugged. Kay on both accounts assured me nothing wrong, nice car has 23 brains it's the echo drive. Engine light blinks and no one can get a code reading, no one but Kia. Both service rep, tyler and Kia Consumer Affairs agent, dean thought I was, and referred to me as wharton whom purchased the car 2014 and had engine problems according to these individual that thought I was there for same reason. Dean from Kia Consumer Affairs specifically told me during a phone conversation Dec 2020, and verifying my VIN number that my vertical was in fact on recall list. I call Jan 20th 2021 and told I was not and case was closed due to I being informed of recall to which I called after seeing arrival on line. I'm advised to go on your website with my VIN number and find out if I'm part of recall. I am not. Why"??". this car obviously is defective if I'm thought to be shannon trying to take Kia for a ride and I'm the 3rd owner with same problem as prior owners. This car is not safe. I've turned to Kia to begin with and paid for compression tests, replaced catalytic converter over $1000 dollars and it needs replacing again due to oil consumption. Fact is I was sold a car with engine problems and have almost been rear end due to power loss, limp mode tyler called it... it's not safe. What can I do now I know I'm out $9000 dollars on this car on my ssdi pay. Much more details documented who what when here and what was said. Times and dates for entire duration of events starting with kira at ron bouchards in fitchburg mass July of 2019 and Oct 2020. Consumer stated she would like the complaint to be removed from public viewing. Consumer stated Kia has no recall on the vehicle even though oil leak is recalled and will not make a recall appointment.

- Fitchburg, MA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph the check engine and low oil lights had illuminated before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the home. The next day while attempting to start the engine, smoke and flames were present coming from the engine compartment. The cause of the failures was not determined. The local dealer rally Kia located at 438 auto vista dr, palmdale, ca 93551 and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 204,000.

- Burien, WA, USA

I replaced my catalyc converter in July, was informed there was an internal oil leak from the engine causing the catalyc to clog and car lose power. Replaced the whole thing over $2000. Now experiencing the same thing again. The vehicle loses power when accelerated. As well can smell the oil burning.

- Lakeland, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving down the road at 40 mph, the vehicle stalled as the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The contact stated that a friend who's a certified independent mechanic tested the vehicle and informed that the connector rod bearing was detached. The vehicle was not yet taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

- Cullman, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated while her fianc was driving 35 mph, when he heard an abnormal noise and started to notice a "burning" smell inside the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to park at a near parking lot and inspected the vehicle. The driver decided to drive to his destination and while exiting the parking lot, when the vehicle began to stall. The contact stated the check engine warning light was illuminated then. The vehicle was not drivable. The driver was able to push the vehicle back into the parking lot. The contact called local dealer taylor Kia of boardman (7870 market St, youngstown, oh 44512: (234) 719-4839) and were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 20V750000 (engine), however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.

- Niles, OH, USA

I've had the car for almost 3 years and never had any major problems and kept up on the routine maintenance and one day I drove it to the store and back home went to get back in later about a hour or so never started again. So I called my roadside assistance and had my 2014 Kia Forte towed to a repair shop where they determined the engine had failed. I don't understand that.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

The contact owned a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the brake pedal was applied for a split second. A mile down the road, the engine revved and the vehicle failed to accelerate forward as an abnormal noise was present. The contact took his foot off the accelerator pedal as the vehicle deaccelerated, the contact veered to the shoulder of the road. There was smoke present. The contact then noticed there was oil on the road as odor appeared under the hood. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and informed the contact that the engine block had a hole and that the rod forcefully fracture the starter. Century Kia of tampa 4340 w hillsborough ave, tampa, fl 33614 was contacted and informed the contact that the warranties expired. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle was seen at an independent mechanic the day before the failure for an oil change and engine cleaning. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not drivable. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.

- Tampa, FL, USA

My vehicle was sold to me under a warranty. Upon driving the engine lost all power. Would not restart. Engine has been replaced twice by Kia. As well as a replacement oil pan randomly. My long time mechanic said the oil pan wasn't needed to be replaced. 1st replacement engine was defective. In total the car has had 3 engines. Emissions problem ever since. Light on and Kia has billed and used all of the warranty coverage. All documentation providable. All oil changes providable.

- Quakertown, PA, USA

In June of 2019, I had to replace the engine in my 2014 Kia Forte. My mechanic said it was due to complete engine failure and when he removed the old engine metal fragments and pieces were found in the oil pan where the engine was literally falling apart. This cost me a significant amount of money to replace and Kia was absolutely unwilling to help cover any costs of the repairs and replacement. This is unacceptable on so many levels. I purchased the car from Kia in 2014 and when I replaced the engine in 2019 it had 140,000 miles on it. When I was coming back from my son's birthday outing, the car made a really loud noise and when I hit the gas it would not go. We were able to put it in neutral and make it to the nearest pull off spot but had to call a tow truck to have it towed to mechanic shop.

- Stanardsville, VA, USA

Car has been serviced regularly and has only 120000 miles on it and the engine has started ticking. The engines bearing are worn out. This is not typical for a car at 120,000 miles on it.

- Loudon, TN, USA