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2018 Kia Forte Lights Problems

Lights complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2018 Kia Forte has 5 NHTSA lights complaints and 0 lights-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2018 Kia Forte

Engine
42
Other
22
Electrical
14
Airbags
14
Powertrain
8
Speed Control
6
Steering
5
Lights
5
Latches & Locks
4
Visibility
3
Tires
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 8, 2026

All Lights Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 24, 2025EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTUREPart of the subframe is corroded already and the engine cradle has begun to break, the control arm h...
Nov 13, 2024EXTERIOR LIGHTINGThe left rear blinker light has gone out 4 times in the last 2 years. The most recent replacement fo...
Mar 8, 2022EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTUREWater in the rear tail light. Dealer is trying to collect money from me, even though the other servi...
Feb 1, 2022EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMI was told to come to service department on 2/22/2022 to change my indicator light because it was no...
Apr 3, 2019EXTERIOR LIGHTINGDRIVING AT NIGHT ON A RURAL ROAD, WITHOUT STREET LIGHTS (OR OTHER AMBIENT LIGHTING), THE LOW BEAMS D...

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