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The 2017 Forte is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2017 Kia Forte owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Drivers side A-pillar leaks water when it rains. Roof gasket has been replaced. Dealer has made several attempts to fix but problems persist."
Anonymous A., OH (2017 Kia Forte SX 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Even if the phone is plugged in, Apple Car Play screen goes black and we have to turn the car off and back on."
Anonymous A., WV (2017 Kia Forte EX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Right side speakers stopped working"
Anonymous, FL (2017 Kia Forte SX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
"The engine failure was apparently common. They replaced the engine for free and paid for a rental car while they did the work."
Anonymous, KS (2017 Kia Forte EX Unsure)""Bought the car with 77k miles. Trouble started around 90k miles. Evidently Kia knew about these issues and offered a software fix. Did that. But that did not mean it would fix it. The dealer said if the loss of compression and oil loss kept happening, they may replace the engine. Needed oil consumption test. Did that. They needed other tests that cost too much so we did not pursue. The car is driving fine for the most part. It is intermittent where it loses compression. It happened twice in the three years we had the car.""
Anonymous, NH (2017 Kia Forte EX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"Had to replace rear left taillight 3x"
Anonymous, FL (2017 Kia Forte SX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"The trunk latch broke loose from the unibody frame about 4 years ago. The welds cracked on the nuts. Kia fixed it under warrantee. It's happening again. the trunk is not shutting properly."
Anonymous, CA (2017 Kia Forte Unsure Unsure)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"AC stopped producing cold air. I took it to the closet KIA dealer to my home - 550 mile round trip. Paid $500+ to repair/recharge AC leak only to lose ALL cold air on my drive home. I took my KIA to the local Hyundai dealership and they made the necessary repairs."
Anonymous A., OK (2017 Kia Forte LX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"The Check Engine has come on a couple of times over the past 12 months with an error code relating to the sensors. The first time it happened, our son-in-law recommended changing the gas cap, and that seemed to clear the alert. When it happened the second time (several months later) the problem went away on its own, as far as I can remember."
Anonymous, TX (2017 Kia Forte LX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
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"Interior cabin roof leak above driver side A-pillar"
Anonymous A., OH (2017 Kia Forte SX 1.6-L 4 Cyl turbo)