The trunk seal is not functioning properly. Water gets into lighting and causes mold in truck.

- Alpharetta, GA, USA

MY 2017 KIA FORTE IS A EASY TARGET FOR THE " KIA BOYS" HERE IN COLUMBUS OHIO.. MY CAR WAS A VICTIM OF THEFT WHERE MY PASSENGER GLASS WAS SHATTERED AND MY STEERING COLUMN WAS TAKEN APART AND MY IGNITION WAS JAMED IN BY A SCREWDRIVER. KIA HAS MADE THIS CAR susceptible TO THEFT AND HAS NOTHING TO DO ABOUT IT. I WANT RELIEF FROM THIS HAZARD.

- Columbus, OH, USA

I was driving down 84th St and came to the light on 84th and pacific ave and the engine wanted to die out and put my foot on the gas pedal to keep it running and then turned right onto pacific ave and went to 80th and pacific ave and the car died out towed it to the house and checked the oil and everything and there was no oil the oil indicator light did not turn on at any point of time so I added oil and started the engine back up and now it has a engine knock like the rod bearing went out I am going to contact the Kia dealer in the morning and see what's the problem and everything and everything happened on city streets

- Tacoma, WA, USA

I bought this car brand new at the end of 2017. I have taken extremely good care of the car. A little over a year ago, I took it into the dealership to get something cosmetic fixed on the interior. I picked up my car and when I got home I realized both headlights and one brake light were not working. I took my car back in and they insisted that when one light goes out, they all go out which isn't true. I insisted that there must be an electrical issue and that I wanted a technician to check it since my lights were working just fine when I brought my vehicle in. After many different appointments and inspections it was determined that it was my wiring harness that was broken on the drivers side. Warranty didn't cover it. Less than a year later same thing happened on the left side, warranty didn't cover it. The technician even stated that the engine got too hot and melted the wires. He was surprised warranty didn't cover this issue since it happened on both sides within a year to a car that is fairly new and really well taken care of. Having both headlights and brake light not working is very dangerous. Especially when driving in a dark and rainy area. How has this happened to so many people and this vehicle hasn't been recalled? I am extremely disappointed in Kia and think there should be some sort of class action lawsuit or recourse. After reading all of these complains that are the same, I am shocked Kia has not taken care of their customers.

- Seattle, WA, USA

The automatic trunk latch will no longer works, so the trunk of my car is opened. The button on the key pad works fine but the latch will not lock. My car was sitting in the parking lot of my apartment complex.

- Theodore, AL, USA

While driving down the road the headlights flicker and go out completely. I have to flip the turn signal switch or tap the column to get them to turn back on. It happens several times on my 32 mile trip home from work at night. It happens in motion or stationary. Mainly when I use a turn signal or hit a bump in the road.

- West Frankfort, Il, IL, USA

My car was parked outside like it always is. Went for a walk and when I came back, my car had been on fire. After fire department did their investigation, it was deemed electrical. The light in my visor or the wiring to it had gone wrong. My whole front of the seats is totaled.

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

When I brake, the braking lights don't turn on. I have checked the fuses and the lights bulbs and they are fine. Yet when I brake, the brake lights don't turn on.

- Montclair, CA, USA

The car is only 2 years old and it would start intermittenly. Sometimes it would start with no problem but sometimes it would not start at all. I turn the ignition key and I could barely hear clicking sound and nothing. I am really concerned about this issue because I don't know when and where I will be stranded if this happens. I have little over 80000 miles on this car and dealer said this is not cover under 100000 mile warranty. I think many other Kia owners have similar problems and this has to be a recall issue.

- La Crescenta, CA, USA

3 weeks ago my vehicle went through its annual safety inspection here in Massachusetts and it failed. The problem has to do with my rear brake lights which were not working. The technician informed me that the electrical wiring was burned out due to water getting into the lines. He indicated that the repair would probably be covered under Kia's 10 year warranty. I plan to reach out to my local Kia dealership to have them investigate, and hopefully repair this defect on their dime. Any input or related issues brought to your attention would be appreciated as well as if your organization has issued a recall addressing this issue.

- North Andover, MA, USA

While driving my check engine light came on and the car began increased vibration. The light would go off when coasting and turn back on when accelerating. By the time I got home the vibrations continued even when in park as well as not acceleraing. Engine code P0303 was read from the engine light. I have now replaced the second coil pack on a cylinder in the past 5 months.

- Platteville, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced failures starting on a regular basis. The vehicle could take up to thirty minutes to finally crank up and start. The failure occurred intermittently over the past year. West broad Kia (9001 w broad St, richmond, va 23294, 804-270-9000) was not able to duplicate the failure and informed the contact to bring in the vehicle if the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.

- New Castle, DE, USA

In the last 1 1/2 years of ownership I have had many issues with lights going out. First both break lights went out and I replaced them. Then the driver's side headlight kept going in and out. The driver's side break light went out again so I replaced it again. Next the passenger side headlight went out completely and I replaced it. After that both headlights were fine. A few months later the driver's side headlight started going in and out again. I replaced it and it was fine. Then the passenger side break light went out. 7 weeks after I had both headlights replaced and in good working order the driver's side headlight went out. 4 days later the passenger side headlight went out.

- Des Moines, IA, USA

Has gone through 5 sets of headlamps in the first year and a half of cars life. Usually a electrical burning smell occurs when bulbs burn out. Have asked dealership to address the issue with every oil change only to get confused looks or insured excuses. Only seems to effect the front headlamps and led lights still on original factory rear lamps. Have left 6 messages with dealership after last incident with no call back.

- Wagoner, OK, USA

- low miles and still under all manufacturer's warranties. - engine will idle rough, vibrating the whole car while stationary. Dealer could not replicate. - engine acceleration is poor from standing, dangerous in city traffic. Dealer could not replicate. - engine will shut off while turning left in los angeles city traffic, car is completely without power. This is very dangerous in city traffic. Dealer could not replicate problem. Instead, dealership told me that engine is leaking oil. Bs. there are no oil drips in my parking space. Another mechanic told me that my car is not leaking oil. Dealership told me that they 'will work with me'. meaning they will let me pay for each visit but they will not honor their drivetrain warranty. Engine burns oil. Engine burns oil. A new car should not burn oil. - engine will sound like a sewing machine when driving from standing and turning the wheel. Dealer could not replicate problem. (this was likely due to engine burning oil, oil low; after refilling oil, engine will not make this sound.) - I now must check my oil level at all times before driving and refill oil to full mark on oil dip stick. Hate Kia. - car cabin is too hot to drive in. Metal ECU at bottom of steering column inside cabin is 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Dealer could not replicate the problem. Hate Kia.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

In August 2018, my son started the car and the instrument panel was not operational and all warning lights were lit. Car still drives. (see pic). In November 2018, we took the car to Kia. After 2-3 days, they were not able to replicate, and said to bring it in when it occurs. Unfortunately, it always occurs after his practice (@6pm), hottest time in S. Texas and the service department is closed. From 31may-7jun2019, my son sent me videos of it happening (5 different days). Summary: Problem occurs during hot days at start up (turning car off/on will not reset), vehicle will operate but without instrumentation, and it eventually resets itself when he starts it up after work or the next day. During one episode in June, he headed to Kia; during the drive the door locks started locking and unlocking and he heard clicking noises. When all this stopped, the tachometer started working but the warning lights and instrument panel was still inop. He pulled over, turned off the car, (to inspect it) and when he started the car again everything worked. The car was purchased on or about July 2017. Less than 2-years old and under warranty. The car was dropped off on 10june2019 and as of today 13jun2019, they do not know what the problem is. Concerns: Problem is becoming more frequent, they do not know how to fix it until it can be replicated, they will not offer a loaner or rental; nor can they tell me if the problem affects other parts of the car, or if it is safe to operate during these episodes. In addition, my son heads to college (250M away) on 13aug2019. The car is currently at world car Kia, new braunfels, Texas.

- Cibolo, TX, USA

The finger press fails to start when parked in hot sun. It will then start with pressing the key on button- then a notice appears that the key is not present. But, car then runs fine. When I stop engine a notice says the key battery is weak (battery was replaced 4 days ago). Last year this happened and shop found an internal short in the smart key antenna. It did not occur again then till about 2-3 months ago.

- Sunny Isle Beach, FL, USA

Kia Forte driverside front head light on low beams will not come on. Dealer states part is on back order when having oil change done several weeks ago. In three weeks will need car to drive possible at night to child college graduation through mountains. Do not know if other head lamp will malfunction and stop working. The driverside was going and out now stays off. Vehicle is still under warranty.

- Germantown, TN, USA

Ignitions coil springs part Kia 27303 2E601qqk was replaced by Kia delaler as part of a recall according to dealership. When I arrived, service advisor said that I was there for oil change and two recalls. I set appt. For oil change, was unaware of recall till dealership service advisor mentioned. When I checked with NHTSA no recall is listed. Kia never sent letter requesting we bring in car for recall parts. In addition they were not able to 2nd part replacement due part is on back order. Ydm rear combination lamp.

- Germantown, TN, USA

My battery has failed to start my car twice in a month. I took it to the dealer; they ran it through the computer; the battery came back 'functional'. this did not happen at all last year! their remedy was to drive more or install a 'trickle charger' on the battery. (this car is a lease; I have had it for 1.5 years--putting 3,600 miles on it.) I had my previous car for twenty years without ever having this kind of issue. I have been driving very low miles for years without a battery issue. Thoughts?

- Troy, NY, USA