| Issue ID | 1428133 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11050992 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | FORTE |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 28/11/17 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Rear brake light bulbs keep burning out. Found a recall for the switch. I brought it in to local repair shop and they say it's the switch. Called kia customer rep and they said there is a recall but it does not apply to my kia forte. Not good! I have a kia and a hyundai. Having issues with the hyundai as well. These are both 2013 models and i expected more. I will not be buying these cars again since they have ongoing issues and the company does not stand behind their product for items that should not wear out in 4 years. Very poor quality. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CUMING, GA |
| VIN pattern | KNAFU420D56XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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