2018 Kia Forte LX Pop,S,EX

VIN: 3KPFL4A74JE180533  |  2018  |  Kia Mexico S.a. De C.v.  |  TIJUANA, MEXICO

2018 Kia Forte LX Pop,S,EX β€” 2L 4 Cyl, FWD, Automatic. Sedan/Saloon.

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VIN Quality Score: Fair

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⚠ 3 open recalls ⚠ 134 owner complaints βœ“ VIN fully verified
Vehicle Report Report

VIN 3KPFL4A74JE180533 identifies a sedan β€” the 2018 Kia Forte LX Pop,S,EX. This specific unit was assembled at the TIJUANA, MEXICO facility. It is equipped with FWD/Front-Wheel Drive and a 2L 4 Cyl engine producing 147 hp.

This vehicle carries a notable 3 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include air bags, latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch, engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump. All recalls must be repaired by a Kia dealer at no charge to the owner. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

The EPA rates this vehicle at 32 MPG combined (29 city / 37 highway), which represents reasonable fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $1950 at national average gas prices. It scores 7/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 279 g COβ‚‚/mile.

Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2018 Kia Forte LX Pop,S,EX falls in an estimated used-market range of $6,500–$10,200. The recall history may provide some negotiating leverage. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.

Important limitation: This free VIN report does not include odometer/mileage history, accident records, flood or fire damage, number of previous owners, or title/lien status. Get the full history with VIN Pro Plus for $4.99 β€” scroll down to unlock it. Use this report alongside a full history check, an independent pre-purchase inspection, and a NICB stolen vehicle check for the most complete picture before buying.

About the 2018 KIA Forte The 2018 Kia Forte is a sedan. Consult Edmunds or Consumer Reports for detailed reliability data on this model year. πŸ“Š View all 2018 Kia known problems & year comparisons β†’
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  • Type: PASSENGER CAR
  • Body: Sedan/Saloon
  • Plant: TIJUANA, MEXICO
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NHTSA Recalls

3 Open Recalls
  • Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona,...
  • Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte...
  • Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte...
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Owner Complaints

134 filed with NHTSA
  • Have to replace running lights every 4-6 months on...
  • The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact...
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Fuel Economy

32 MPG Combined
  • City: 29 MPG
  • Hwy: 37 MPG
  • Combined: 32 MPG
  • Fuel: Gasoline
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Market estimate
$6,500–$10,200

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Technical Specifications

Vehicle Overview

VIN 3KPFL4A74JE180533 Model Year 2018
Make Kia Model Forte
Trim LX Pop,S,EX Series Not available
Body Style Sedan/Saloon Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Doors 4 Seats 5
Seat Rows 2 Drive Type FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Type Gasoline Transmission Automatic
Engine 2L 4 Cyl Manufacturer Kia Mexico S.a. De C.v.
Plant Location TIJUANA, MEXICO Country of Origin MEXICO

VIN Breakdown

Position 1 β€” Country 3 β†’ Mexico
Position 2 β€” Manufacturer K β†’ Kia Mexico S.a. De C.v.
Position 3 β€” Vehicle Type P β†’ PASSENGER CAR
Positions 4–8 β€” Descriptor FL4A7 β†’ Forte LX Pop,S,EX
Position 9 β€” Check Digit 4 β†’ βœ“ Valid
Position 10 β€” Model Year J β†’ 2018
Position 11 β€” Plant Code E β†’ TIJUANA, MEXICO
Positions 12–17 β€” Serial 180533 β†’ Production sequence

Engine & Powertrain

Engine Model MPI Nu Engine Manufacturer KMC
Cylinders 4 Cyl Displacement 2 L
Displacement CC 2000.0 Displacement CI 122.04748818946
Engine Config Not available Engine Cycles Not available
Horsepower 147 hp Torque Not available
Valve Train Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) Fuel Injection Not available
Cooling System Not available Engine Brake HP Not available
Turbocharger Not available Supercharger Not available
Transmission Style Automatic Transmission Speeds 6
Drive Type FWD/Front-Wheel Drive Electrification Not available
Fuel Type Primary Gasoline Fuel Type Secondary Not available
Battery Type Not available EV Drive Unit Not available

Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact

Fuel Type Gasoline Secondary Fuel Not available
Combined MPG 32 MPG Combined MPGe Not available
City MPG 29 MPG Hwy MPG 37 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost $1,950 5-Yr Fuel Cost $9,750
GHG Score 7/10 Smog Rating Not available
COβ‚‚ Emissions 279.0 g/mi Barrels/Year 9.2971875

Safety & Driver Assistance

ABS Included ESC Included
Traction Control Included TPMS Standard (Federal Req.)
Forward Collision Warn Available Lane Departure Warning Available
Lane Keep System Available Blind Spot Monitoring Available
Blind Spot Intervention Not available Rear Cross Traffic Alert Not available
Adaptive Cruise Control Not available Parking Assist Not available
Dynamic Brake Support Included Pedestrian AEB Not available
Rear Auto Braking Not available Auto Reverse System Included
Daytime Running Lights Not available Adaptive Driving Beam Not available
Keyless Ignition Available Auto High Beams Not available
Front Airbags 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) Side Airbags 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Airbags 1st and 2nd Rows Knee Airbags Unknown
Seat Belt Type Manual Pretensioner Not available
Brake System Not available Steering Location Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Vehicle Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase Not available Ground Clearance Not available
Vehicle Length Not available Vehicle Width Not available
Vehicle Height Not available Curb Weight Not available
Track Width Front Not available Track Width Rear Not available
GVWR Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) Doors 4
Bed Length Not available Cab Type Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Not available 0–60 mph Not available

Towing & Utility

GVWR Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) Trailer Type Not Applicable
Axles 2 Axle Config Not available
Trailer Body Not Applicable Drive Type FWD/Front-Wheel Drive

Wheels & Tires

Front Tire Type Not available Rear Tire Type Not available
Front Wheel Size Not available Rear Wheel Size Not available
Spare Tire Type Not available Spare Tire Size Not available
TPMS Standard (Federal Req.) Wheel Material 16
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Manufacturing & Identity

Manufacturer Kia Mexico S.a. De C.v. Manufacturer ID 21364
Make ID 499 Model ID 2462
Plant Company Kia Motors Mexico S.A. De C.V. (KMM) Plant City TIJUANA
Plant State Not available Plant Country MEXICO
Plant ZIP Not available Dest. Market Not available
Vehicle Descriptor 3KPFL4A7*JE GVWR Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Recall & Safety Summary

Total Recalls 3 Recall Status Active recalls found
Overall Risk Level Moderate Risk ABS Included
ESC Included Traction Control Included
Safety Ratings
Overall Rating 5 Stars Front Crash Rating 4 Stars
Side Crash Rating 5 Stars Rollover Risk 4 Stars
Safety Recalls
22V031000 25/01/2022

AIR BAGS

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical...

Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner...

21V622000 09/08/2021

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply...

Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer...

21V260000 13/04/2021

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.

Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact...

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πŸ”§ Service & Parts for this 2018 Kia Forte
$1,370/yr
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5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr) $6,850
Maintenance (5yr) $7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA) $9,750
Depreciation (5yr est.) $4,590

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Owner Complaints
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 04/27/2026

Have to replace running lights every 4-6 months on...

Have to replace running lights every 4-6 months on both of my headlights. Happened every 4-6 months since I got the car in 2017

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 03/24/2026

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact...

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. There was no warning light...

ENGINE 02/25/2026

Recently, while my boyfriend was driving my vehicle, the...

Recently, while my boyfriend was driving my vehicle, the engine suddenly lost power without warning. He had the accelerator pedal fully depressed, yet the vehicle would barely move....

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 02/19/2026

While driving the car with the flow of busy...

While driving the car with the flow of busy traffic, the engine failed and the car stopped. It eventually turn back on (side of the road) but now...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 02/16/2026

Engine would run fast and then sound like was...

Engine would run fast and then sound like was going to stop and then it would start shaking and rumbling while driving on highway and in town. Car...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 02/09/2026

I went to Kia dealership in Groton CT 06340...

I went to Kia dealership in Groton CT 06340 for an oil change. They also fixed a recent recall, and after I picked up my car, both of...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE 01/29/2026

The car turn off while driving it. This creates...

The car turn off while driving it. This creates a serious safety concern. We took the car to a mechanic and he was not able to identify the...

ENGINE 01/29/2026

No warning lights/ indicators at all. Well taken care...

No warning lights/ indicators at all. Well taken care of vehicle 84,400 miles on the vehicle second owner. Had an oil change and my husband noticed bad blow...

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Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 7,500 mi
Kia recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Due Soon
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
Due Now
Timing Belt Replacement
Every 60,000–105,000 mi
CRITICAL β€” timing belt failure destroys engine. Confirm if your model has belt vs chain.

This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.

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Estimated depreciation for this 2018 KIA Forte based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.

2018
$8,400
2019
$7,400
-12%
2020
$6,600
-22%
2021
$5,700
-32%

Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.

Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.

Insurance
$1,370/yr
23%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
25%
Fuel/Energy
$1,950/yr
33%
Depreciation
$918/yr
15%
Registration
$250/yr
4%
Estimated Total Annual Cost $5,988/yr

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Front Tires
32 PSI
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Rear Tires
32 PSI
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Spare Tire
60 PSI
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Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires

Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.

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✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Consider winter tires if driving in snow or ice regions
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Kia Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
5yr/60k
Powertrain
10yr/100k
Corrosion / Rust
5yr/unlimited
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 134 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 3KPFL4A74JE180533 decode to? +
VIN 3KPFL4A74JE180533 decodes to a 2018 KIA Forte LX Pop,S,EX, assembled in TIJUANA, MEXICO.
How many recalls does this 2018 KIA Forte have? +
This 2018 KIA Forte has 3 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2018 KIA Forte with open recalls? +
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a KIA dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs β€” they are always free of charge.
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Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2018 KIA Forte LX Pop,S,EX is estimated at $6,500–$10,200. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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According to EPA data, the 2018 KIA Forte gets approximately 32 MPG combined (29 city / 37 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,950.

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