Kia Forte Koup years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Kia Forte Koup years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2016 has the most complaints per year, at 11 (134 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, 2016 has the fewest complaints per year, at 11, from 134 complaints. On the 2016 Kia Forte Koup, 41 of 134 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
2016
Kia Forte Koup reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Kia Forte Koup. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
| 2016 → Most | 11 | 134 | 0 | Engine | — |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Coupe
- Oil
- 5W-30 or 5W-40 (1.6L turbo, all temps) · 4.8 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 215/45R17
Known issues for this generation
Recall 21V-622 covers certain 2016-2018 Forte Koup 2-door vehicles (along with Forte 4-door and Rio models listed in the campaign): the trunk latch may become corroded and fail to secure the trunk lid. An unlatched trunk lid can open while driving and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers replace the trunk latch.
Frequently asked questions
Which Kia Forte Koup years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, 2016 has the fewest complaints per year, at 11, from 134 complaints.
Which Kia Forte Koup year has the most owner complaints?
2016 has the most complaints per year, at 11 (134 complaints). On the 2016 Kia Forte Koup, 41 of 134 complaints name Engine.
How do Kia Forte Koup owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Kia Forte Koup years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What oil does a Kia Forte Koup take?
5W-30 or 5W-40 for the 1.6L turbo at all temps on the 2016-2017 YD years here.
What does recall 21V-622 cover on the Forte Koup?
Certain 2016-2018 Forte Koup 2-door vehicles (with Forte 4-door and Rio models): the trunk latch may become corroded and fail to secure the trunk lid.
What years does this site cover for Forte Koup?
2016-2017 (YD generation).