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P0014 on KIA FORTE

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2017, 2014

What P0014 Means on Your KIA FORTE

Real KIA FORTE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"My Kia Forte is from Puerto Rico, and I am currently having engine issues. The codes for the engine issues (and light) are P0014 and P0300. It can be inspected upon request."

— 2014 KIA FORTE owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 08/26/2023

"Had to replace a P0014 Exhaust camshaft position timing VCT solenoid - over advanced (Bank1) last year on October 1,2024. Now 2025 December 8,2025 need a nothing camshaft position timing VCT solenoid and also says I need replace my engine."

— 2017 KIA FORTE owner • UNKNOWN OR OTHER • Filed 12/08/2025

"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the mechanic retrieved DTC codes: P0017 and P0014. Additionally, metal shavings were found inside the engine."

— 2017 KIA FORTE owner • ENGINE • Filed 05/18/2023

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0014 on KIA FORTE

33.3%
33.3%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2014
1
2017
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
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  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

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  3. 3
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P0014 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026