2014 Kia Forte Sedan Recalled for Fire Risk
The 2014 Kia Forte sedan is being recalled for a possible fire hazard.
The Korean automaker is recalling nearly 87,000 Forte sedans due to an issue with the cooling system’s radiator fan resistor. According to the recall notice, the resister can overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire. Affected models are equipped with either the 1.8- or 2.0-liter engine. At least two fires related to the issue have been reported in early 2014.
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Kia is expected to begin notifying customers of the recall on February 24 and will replace the defective fan resistor and the multi-fuse unit in models built from December 5, 2012 to January 27, 2014. No accidents or injuries related to the issue have been reported.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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