Kia Forte NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Kia Forte an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2024):
NHTSA rates the Kia Forte at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Kia Forte Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 24 |
| 2023 | 2023 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 58 |
| 2022 | 2022 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 25 |
| 2021 | 2021 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 67 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Kia Forte Safety FAQ
Is the Kia Forte a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Kia Forte an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Kia Forte?
The Kia Forte scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 10.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Kia Forte have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Kia Forte as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.