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US recalls (4)
Park outsideService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K900, and 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct injection engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel control valve plunger may stick inside the high pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurization and loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect, and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC281.
Electrical system: wiring, front underhood
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel.
Risk and remedy
Risk: The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Engine
2024-03-04 · campaign 2024-146
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly could become damaged by heat from the exhaust. If this happens, oil could leak onto hot components.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 3.3 L turbo (T-GDI) engine.
Safety Risk:
Oil that leaks onto hot components can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly.
Brakes
2020-08-31 · campaign 2020-404
Issue:
On certain cars equipped with a 3.3 L T-GDI engine, an engine compartment fire could occur while driving. Kia believes that a fire could start in or near the brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Note: This recall does not affect vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC).
Safety Risk:
The car could catch fire while driving.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a new fuse kit. The kit contains two new fuses of 25A instead of 40A, which are designed to prevent an over-current condition.
Electrical
2018-10-30 · campaign 2018-598
On certain vehicles, the front wiring harness could come in contact with a sharp metal opening on the left inner fender and become damaged. This could result in an electrical short-circuit and create the risk of a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the front wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, the dealer will install a plug/cover to the opening on the left inner fender. If damage is found, the front wiring harness will be replaced and a plug/cover will be installed to cover the opening on the left inner fender.
Owner complaints (71)
Owners filed 71 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Kia Stinger (2 crashes, 5 fires, 2 injuries, 1 deaths reported). Among 6 model years of this model, it ranks #1 for the most complaints (median 18).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 24 | |
| Electrical system | 11 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | |
| Service brakes | 7 | |
| Power train | 7 | |
| Unknown or other | 5 | |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 5 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Kia Stinger.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2018 Kia Stinger 4 DR FWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 Kia Stinger 4 DR AWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2018 Kia Stinger version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Stinger AWD 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Stinger AWD 3.3 L Automatic (S8) | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Stinger RWD 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,300 |
| Stinger RWD 3.3 L Automatic (S8) | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
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