Ford Fusion vs Kia Forte
For 2010–2021 models, the Kia Forte has 22.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 70.7 for the Ford Fusion. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2010–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Ford Fusion
70.7 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.1× the Kia Forte’s rate
- Complaints
- 18,169
- Sold
- 2,570,186
- Recall campaigns
- 46
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2010–2012. Fewest: 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 75,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 52,000 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 91,500 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 90,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 67,927 mi
Kia Forte
22.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
68% fewer than the Ford Fusion
- Complaints
- 2,415
- Sold
- 1,057,082
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2010, 2012 and 2014–2015. Fewest: 2016 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings)
Typically around 91,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 63,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 62,000 mi
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 83,511 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Ford Fusion or the Kia Forte?
For 2010–2021 models, the Kia Forte has 22.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford Fusion has 70.7, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Ford Fusion?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Fusion is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 75,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Kia Forte?
The most-reported problem on the Kia Forte is internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings), typically around 91,000 miles.
Which Ford Fusion and Kia Forte years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Ford Fusion: 2010–2012; Kia Forte: 2010, 2012 and 2014–2015.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.