2012 Kia Forte GLS
Pull-A-Part Cleveland West in Cleveland, OH
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Common issues and frequently pulled parts for this 2012 Kia Forte.
Timing chain tensioner fails causing chain slack, rattling, and timing jump; TSB #21-01-002 issued for 2.4L GDI. Can cause engine stall.
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This 2012 Kia Forte is currently listed at Pull-A-Part Cleveland West in Cleveland, OH. It was added to the yard on October 3, 2025 and is located in row 316. Vehicles like this Forte are commonly searched for parts including engines, transmissions, and interior components.
This vehicle is equipped with a DOHC MPI THETA II engine, which may be shared with other Kia models from the same generation, making it useful when checking compatibility for donor parts. The listed 2.0L displacement can help confirm engine compatibility when comparing similar vehicles. Transmission details are not listed for this vehicle, so verifying compatibility in person may be necessary. Drivetrain details are not listed for this vehicle, so verifying compatibility in person may be necessary. VIN KNAFU4A26C5515837 can help confirm fitment when comparing donor parts. This vehicle was assembled in HWASUNG, SOUTH KOREA, which can sometimes indicate specific trim or configuration differences.
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