VIN 3KPF34AD3KE029254

Vehicle identification record for VIN 3KPF34AD3KE029254. This page brings together available vehicle specifications, safety recall information, crash-test data, fuel economy details and archived records associated with this VIN.

Vehicle information for VIN 3KPF34AD3KE029254

VIN
3KPF34AD3KE029254
Model year
2019
Country
Mexico
Record status
flooded
NHTSA SAFETY DATABASE

Safety Recall Campaigns

2
2 recall campaigns found for this vehicle's make, model and model year.
Recall 1 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
18V771000 31/10/2018 View details
Summary

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.

Recall 2 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
20V459000 05/08/2020 View details
Summary

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.

Consequence

A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.

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Crash Test & Safety Ratings

4/5
2019 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
Overall Safety Rating ★★★★☆ 4 out of 5
Frontal Crash ★★★★☆
Side Crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★☆
Official source: U.S. Department of Transportation · National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Ratings apply to the NHTSA-tested vehicle configuration matched by make, model and model year. View NHTSA Safety Ratings →
U.S. EPA FUEL ECONOMY DATA

EPA Fuel Economy

Fuel type Regular
City 30 MPG
Highway 40 MPG
Combined 34 MPG
Engine displacement 2.0 L
Cylinders 4
Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive Front-Wheel Drive
CO₂ emissions 267.0 g/mile
Estimated annual fuel cost $1800
Source: U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov

VIN structure

3KP WMI · F34AD3 VDS · KE029254 VIS
WMI 3KP World Manufacturer Identifier
VDS F34AD3 Vehicle Descriptor Section
VIS KE029254 Vehicle Identifier Section
Model year code K Position 10 of the VIN
Plant code E Position 11 of the VIN
VIN length 17 characters Standard modern VIN format

OFFICIAL U.S. GOVERNMENT DATA

NHTSA Vehicle Data

NHTSA
Make KIA
Model Forte
Model year 2019
Manufacturer KIA MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Vehicle type PASSENGER CAR
Body class Sedan/Saloon
Trim S/GT Line
Engine model MPI Nu
Displacement 2 L
Cylinders 4
Engine power 147 hp
Fuel type Gasoline
Doors 4
Plant city TIJUANA
Plant country MEXICO
Source: NHTSA vPIC

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