Recalls
Recall 111486
USA Recall: If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 forte vehicles manufactured august 27, 2010, to november 11, 2010. the affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission cooler hose, free of charge. the recall began march 30, 2016. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc129.
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles