Raul T.
Kia Social Team
It may have a damaged upper control arm bushing, which is very common on the passenger side from running into a curb while parking. The bushings themselves are fairly inexpensive, unless you encounter a dishonest mechanic (which is also pretty common)
it could be a loose strut, maybe a bushing on the sway bar is shot ! tell your mom to have the front end checked out from someone she can trust !
You'll have to let a pro get it on a lift & see what he finds.
My moms 2010 Kia forte has recently started making a weird sorta knocking or ticking noise; only on any size bump. Specifically front passenger side wheel. Any idea of what it could be maybe suspensions are worn ?