2018 KIA STINGER

4 recalls, 86 complaints - 142 TSBs

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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.

36,248 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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.

18,224 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Defect Description

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... Read more

Consequence

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 serv... Read more

28,200 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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 cust... Read more

16,011 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Complaint Statistics

86 total complaints 4 crashes 13 fires 6 injuries 3 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	14
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	8
SERVICE BRAKES	8
POWER TRAIN	8
STRUCTURE:BODY	5
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	4
STEERING	3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	2

Incident date: Feb 27, 2026

A recall notice was issued on November 27, 2024, regarding a faulty hydraulic brake control unit (HBU) in my 2018 Ram 2500. It has now been over a year since the recall was announced, and there is still no remedy available to replace the unit. Currently, both the ABS and Traction Control service li... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2026

On [XXX] I purchased a brand-new 2024 Nissan Altima SR from Vaden Nissan located at 10421 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419, Phone 912-920-5600; with approximately 25 miles on the odometer. On the day of purchase, the vehicle emitted a noticeable mold odor inside the cabin. The vehicle was return... Read more

Incident date: Jan 26, 2026

The full self-driving (FSD) stopped working although it was fully paid for at the time of vehicle purchase. Along with that, the car stopped receiving/installing over the air software updates, the lane markings in the display disappeared, and the automatic cancelling turn signals stopped working (r... Read more

Incident date: Jan 26, 2026

Incident date: Sep 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that on several occasions, while inserting the key into the ignition, the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that during each failure, the... Read more

Incident date: Nov 14, 2025

Car lost power while driving. Related to recall notice received Feb 2025 with no update still. recall 01C related to PTU power transfer unit. Recall is past due solution and available parts from Chrysler and POSES A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE!

Incident date: Oct 13, 2025

Codep0087 the car loses power from acceleration and stalls and is scary in busy intersections with children in the car i search with my vin as there is a recall and mine is not connected when it needs to be replaced and under recall

Incident date: Oct 13, 2025

CAR BURNS EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL AND HAVE TO ADD REGULAR QUARTS OF OIL BETWEEN THE MANDATORY OIL CHANGE. CONSIDERED VEHICLE COULD MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE AND ACCIDENT OR CATCH FIRE. DEALER SAID THEY HAVE RECALLS FOR OTHER CHEVY SUVS AND TRUCKS WITH SAME ISSUE BUT NOT MY PARTICULAR MAKE AND MODEL.... Read more

Incident date: Sep 16, 2025

Engine coolant intrusion in cylinders 2 and 3. This is a known issue with my particular build of car (4 cylinder 1.5L eco boost engine)

Incident date: Aug 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that the vehicle started to display failures with the air conditioning system blowing hot air. The vehicle was taken for inspection at a local dealer, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failures d... Read more

Incident date: Aug 27, 2025

When turn signal auto-cancels (completion of turn), the opposite side turn signal will SOMETIMES erroneously enable. This can be consistently reproduced when completing a turn (returning wheel to center) quickly. Slow turns do not cause the problem. Took to dealer and showed them how to reproduce..... Read more

Incident date: Jun 10, 2025

Steering wheel making a clicking noise when turning both ways, stationed and moving, also rattles a lot when going over speed bumps, seems like a manufacturer defect as this is a common thing heard around these Kia’s

Incident date: Jul 7, 2025

I've had the Electric Coolant Heater Module (ECH) replaced three times in under three months, and had to pay $853 the last time for a wiring harness connector that the dealership & Jeep said was not covered under the warranty. I couldn't continue to safely drive the vehicle with a Check Engine Light... Read more

Incident date: May 29, 2025

Electronic throttle control Vehicle light came on my 2016 jeep compass dash as I was on vacation vehicle would not accelerate and turned off causing us to almost wreck and having to leave it on the side of the road and call a Uber and get a tow. There is many reports of this issue it needs to be a r... Read more

Incident date: Jan 5, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a popping sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle decelerated unintendedly and started driving rough. The vehicle was driven to the local mechanic who diagnosed an engin... Read more

Incident date: Jan 5, 2025

An engine maintenance required warning popped up. The pop up wasn't going away. My engine sounds louder than usual when turning my A/C on.

Incident date: Mar 24, 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that the gear shifter was stuck in park(P). The contact stated that once the vehicle was parked, the gear shifter remained stuck in park(P). The contact manually depressed the button under the gear shifter to move the gear shifter. No warning... Read more

Incident date: Nov 12, 2024

Our 2024 Jeep Gladiator caught fire under the hood. It is a total loss and my partner was in the vehicle when this happened. He'd just arrived to his destination and was incredibly close to be driving when this happened. This happened by another parked vehicle. This is still under investigation by ... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Nov 28, 2024

The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while driving 63 MPH, and towing a 15,000 lb. 5th Wheel RV, the contact heard the rear wheels make an abnormal squealing or chirping sound. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was pulling to the right. The contact adjusted ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 24, 2025

Right rear taillight lens has water ingression. The dealer states that they cannot replace the lens under warranty because of a technical issue bulletin issued by Ford Moter company that states that condensation is normal and that it should dissipate after a short period of time. Well this has not g... Read more

Incident date: May 14, 2024

I have 2 Nuna Ravas with loose harnesses when not holding the release button. My children could have been seriously injured in the event of a crash. The harness does not stay tight, they pull right out with very little effort when they should be locked. Nuna will not replace the car seats and will n... Read more

Incident date: Dec 10, 2024

My Ford Maverick truck was purchased and delivered on [XXX]. From the very first day, I have experienced issues with the central infotainment screen. Specifically, the screen frequently freezes, particularly when using Google Maps. My vehicle is an essential tool for my daily work, as I am an air co... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2024

I purchased 4 new tires, my car calls for a staggered fitment (225/45R17 DOT# 1RB7RR9872922 and 1RB7RR9811521 up front and 245/40R17 DOT# 1RB8NR981112 and 1RB8NR9811022 in the rear). Upon returning home, I noticed the tires were installed backwards with the wider ones up front. This will cause the t... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2024

The transmission gave out while in the middle of driving on I-4. The safety of the driver and everyone in the highway was put at risk since the car stopped running out of nowhere in a high traffic area. The vehicle has been inspected by a mechanic. A warning symbol popped up as soon as it happened. ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 5, 2024

I am, yet another of numerous Ford Ranger owners with the same brake issue. I completely concur with the November 3, 2023 complaint (NHTSA ID Number: 11553431) and everything stated in it. I must add that a few times I got pretty scared that I would not be able to stop in time as planned. The brake ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 2, 2023

6speed manual transmission defect won’t go in 5th ,6th gear

Incident date: Oct 2, 2023

The thermo control valve on vehicle failed on 2020 Subaru Forester which is causing vehicle to loose acceleration, multiple errors codes displaying on the vehicle instrument dash panel and no heat in the vehicle (see attached photo for reference). The failure of this device could cause a vehicle fir... Read more

Incident date: Oct 2, 2023

Tire inner wear which is due to bad design, it is hard to notice but blows up tire randomly, which is deadly while on highway. Its known issue specially with pre-refresh models, there should be at-least a recall to rectify toe/camber issue in alignment, proactively. almost every single model x o... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact... Read more

Incident date: Feb 28, 2024

Vehicle continues to slip with the transmission and also lose power. I took it to FORD to get it checked out, and they provided the code of p07f7. From what I've read online, this isn't the first time this has happened and their transmission are very faulty. The vehicle will downshift from whichever... Read more

Incident date: Nov 13, 2020

In regards to NHTSA Recall number 23V-858, Honda campaign KGC, service bulletin 23-103, the notice states the vehicle could "lose drive power, or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash or injury." It goes on to state "The replacement parts needed to repair your vehicle are not current... Read more

Incident date: Nov 13, 2020

I have had to replace the faulty pcv valve in my vehicle every 11 months since I have owned it. At over $1,000 a piece and with this being a well known problem with this make of vehicle the company needs to fix this problem. There are thousands of complaints online about this. Thank you for your tim... Read more

Incident date: Nov 13, 2020

The car had a NTSB recall on the engine. The engine needed to be replaced. After having the engine replaced I was told to pick up the vehicle which shook profusely and then had a check engine light come on only minutes from driving away from the dealership. I turn around and returned the vehicle imm... Read more

Incident date: Dec 7, 2023

REAR HATCHBACK GLASS SHATTERED IN MY DRIVEWAY WHILE I WAS WARMING UP CAR

Incident date: Dec 3, 2023

Driving down the road and had crankshaft snap stopping my truck. Vehicle had 28000 miles on it. It was repaired under warranty. I still wonder if it is truly repaired.

Incident date: Nov 16, 2023

ECM is not functioning properly it is a safety as the car when downshifting jumps and it can be easy to lose control of the vehicle. I’ve taken it to a few people and there was a service bulletin and recall for the ECM but not on my VIN number it has not been inspected there are no check engine li... Read more

Incident date: Nov 12, 2020

There has been a known issue and recall on this vehicle since August with both personal and public life threatening events. Official notifications are just being shared from Toyota with no sight line provided for permanent fix. This causes significant cause for concern and angst in daily driving o... Read more

Incident date: Nov 12, 2020

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufac... Read more

Incident date: Nov 12, 2020

One of the bolts connecting the rear sway bar broke and fell out. Vehicle has been repaired by an independent service center, but is available for inspection. Reduced effectiveness of sway bar could cause loss of control. Other than service center the vehicle has not been inspected by other entities... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2022

1) Transmission: while driving car jerks. when I’m accelerating from a stop sign or stop light the wheels kind of feel like they’re spinning/shaking and driving over gravel when I accelerate, before it actually starts and shifts gears. Car accelerating but not moving. 2) Not safe. Almost hit ot... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2022

C0020-01 ABS Pump Motor Control Electrical Failure.

Incident date: May 1, 2023

On 2 seperate occasions the audio system has malfunctioned. The truck has the B and O "Unleashed" sound system. The first time was December 2022. I started the vehicle and the sound system blasted at full volume and scared the heck out of me. The system would not respond in any way, blank display on... Read more

Incident date: Apr 3, 2023

The Side area bags are Deployed a The vehicle is parked an not be operated. It wasn’t involved in any collision, The front Dash board airbags & steering wheel air bags aren’t Deployed an are in tact….there is No Body Damged or The Vehicle was Parked Not Being Operated for Over a month I Don’... Read more

Incident date: Mar 16, 2023

Brake light switch went out 3 months after getting car. Car would not start then after it started it would not go in gear nor would the brake lights turn on dealership repaired it. The Brake light switch went out again one year later while driving causing my brake lights not to turn on resulting in... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Aug 2, 2021

While driving on the interstate, I received a warning about an electrical system malfunction. As I neared my home, I received warnings about transmission failure, suspension malfunction, steering malfunction, sensor failure, and more. After a tow to the dealership I was told it is a generator/altern... Read more

Incident date: Aug 2, 2021

The dome lights won’t shut off when all the doors are shut

Incident date: Dec 19, 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine revved loudly while the RPM fluctuated above 5,000 RPM. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the control valve body assembly and control valve were replaced; however, the failure recur... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2020

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Stinger. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary in her garage, she started to smell antifreeze and saw an oil leak underneath the vehicle and on the engine. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the timing chain... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2021

Adaptive front lighting system error. For the last several months, and more frequently in the last 2 weeks when the weather has been colder, the dashboard warning light for the adaptive headlights has come on -- initially intermittently, but now solid nearly every time I turn on the vehicle. Blued... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2018 KIA STINGER

2018 Kia Stinger 4 DR AWD

Category	Rating
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Optional
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 KIA STINGER

142 manufacturer communications from 88 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	24
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	24
350000 EQUIPMENT	7
100000 POWER TRAIN	7
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS	6
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	6
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL	5
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC	5

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: THETA 2.0L T-GDI ECM SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC279) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the software logic of the engine control module (ECM) with an improved version on 2018-2021MY Stin

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2018-2021 MY Kia Stinger vehicles equipped with 2.0L Turbo

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2018-2021 MY Kia Stinger vehicles equipped wi

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2018-2021 MY

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

SC279_STKR: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION STICKER

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SC279_STKR: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION STICKER

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

SC279_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SC279_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD

071410 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER

SC279_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign (SC279).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

010000 STEERING

PITSTOP: AWD SYSTEM CONCERN DUE TO TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE - This Pitstop provides information regarding potential concerns with the All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system due to tire sizes of differing circumference. Some customers may complain of a chat

020000 SUSPENSION

100000 POWER TRAIN

160000 STRUCTURE

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,

330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING

163400 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR

171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

010000 STEERING

PITSTOP: VARIANT CODING AFTER MDPS/EPS REPLACEMENT - This Pitstop provides information to perform variant coding on some 2018-2023MY Stinger (CK) vehicles, after replacement of an MDPS and/or EPS unit. The selections on KGIS do not match th

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmis

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR FOR SUNROOF OPERATION - This bulletin provides information to replace the rear sled assembly in the sunroof (left and right side) on some 2018-2023MY Stinger (CK) vehicles produced from September 2

160000 STRUCTURE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN HEAD UNIT REPLACEMENT FOR INTERMITTENT NO SOUND - This bulletin provides information to replace the AVN head unit on some 2018-2020MY Stinger (CK) vehicles produced from October 1, 2017 through May 31, 2019,

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides inform

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DYNAMIC BENDING LIGHT DTC B232509/B232609 - MOISTURE ABSORBENT & BRACKET REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to repair an inoperative Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) by replacing the moisture absorbent a

162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b

160000 STRUCTURE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PITSTOP: FRONT RADAR SENSOR MOUNTING INSPECTION (PS704) - This pitstop provides information regarding front radar sensor alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor alignment errors in

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SC204_OWNR: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the notification to 2018 MY Stinger owners advising them that Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and replace the supplemental brake vacuum pump's

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SC204_DP: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and replace the supplemental brake vacuum pump's rotor and vane

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SC204_DPSM: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and replace the supplemental

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SC204_QA: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Emissions Campaign (SC204).

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SUPPLEMENTAL VACUUM PUMP INSPECTION AND REPAIR (SC204) - This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and replace the rotor and vane in the supplemental brake vacuum pump on some 2018MY Stinger (CK) vehicles p

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PITSTOP: MFC, CONCERNS FOR DISABLED OPERATION - This Pitstop provides information regarding concerns with disabled operation of Multi-Function Camera (MFC) on some Kia vehicles. When normal operation is not possible due to certain outside e

130000 VISIBILITY

PITSTOP: CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. When servicing windshield wi

136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin provides information on setting the "Service Interval Reminder" feature available on most Kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be i

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PITSTOP: INTERMITTENT NO SOUND - This Pitstop provides information regarding audio dropping / intermittent no sound concerns on some 2018-2019MY Stinger (CK) vehicles equipped with the Harman/Kardon Audio system. This is an intermittent iss

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HALOGEN HEAD LAMP LOW BEAM BULB CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information regarding the procedure to repair the bulb connector on some 2010MY~ vehicles listed on the table below, which may exhibi

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC169_Rev1): ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, rep

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC169): ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP - STINGER OWNER LETTER - This document is the owner notification letter advising the owners that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect, and if

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC169) DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTICE - This document notifies the Kia dealer principals that that Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessa

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC169): DEALER SERVICE MANAGER NOTICE - Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine oil filler cap on certain 2018

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC169): QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - This document contains questions and answers regarding the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on the Engine Oil Filler Cap inspection, and if necessary, replacement.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC169) - This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, replace the oil filler cap on some vehicle models listed below. The engine oil fill

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC18) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to extracting ??A?A?in use performance tracking??A?A? emi

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PITSTOP: DEALER INTERNET FIREWALL SETTINGS CAUSING VIN WRITING ISSUE IN STINGER (CK) - This Pitstop provides information regarding a concern identified while performing ECU replacement on certain 2018MY Stinger (CK) 2.0T vehicles, as outlin

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: UVO 3.0 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR BLACK SCREEN (SA366) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the UVO 3.0 (D-Audio) head unit on some 2018MY Stinger (CK) vehicles, produced from May 3, 2018 through J

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC18) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in use performance tracking" emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in C

062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

PITSTOP: KDS COOLING FAN ACTUATION TEST - This Pitstop provides information regarding the KDS Cooling Fan Actuation Test which is only available for 2019MY~ Stinger (CK) vehicles. A screenshot of the Cooling Fan Actuation Test for a 2018MY

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PITSTOP: SOUND SETTINGS (FADER) MOVES TO REAR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This Pitstop provides information related to sound settings (fader) which may alter the default sound position settings.

350000 EQUIPMENT

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: 2.0T ECU REPLACEMENT FOR DTC P053F AND/OR P0087 (SA352) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) on ALL 2018MY Stinger (CK) 2.0T vehicles, produced from September 29, 2017 thro

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: THETA 2.0L TURBO ATF WARMER CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT (SA333) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) warme

160000 STRUCTURE

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SUNSET YELLOW (S7Y) BODY REPAINT (SC166) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on 2018MY Sunset Yellow (color cod

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all Kia vehicles equipped with Gasoline

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB - SERVICE ACTION: UVO 3.0 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR BLACK SCREEN (SA366) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the UVO 3.0 (D-Audio) head unit on some 2018MY Stinger (CK) vehicles, produced from May 3, 2018 through

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: EMISSIONS LABEL REPLACEMENT (ENG182/SA324) - CLOSED. REFER TO TSB SC152

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: EMISSIONS LABEL REPLACEMENT (ENG182/SA324) - CLOSED. REFER TO TSB SC152

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: 2.0T ECU REPLACEMENT FOR DTC P053F AND/OR P0087 (SA352) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) on ALL 2018MY

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: 2.0T ECU REPLACEMENT FOR DTC P053F AND/OR P0087 (SA352) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) on some 2018MY Stinger (CK) 2.0T vehicles, produced from September 29, 2017 thr

131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

PITSTOP - CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - When servicing the windshield wipers on the listed vehicles below during PDI, make sure to use the procedure outlined below to raise the wiper arms to the fully vertical position i

136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC152) - OWNER LETTER - Dear Kia Stinger Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to replace the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label on some 2018 MY Kia S

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC152) - DEALER PRINCIPAL LETTER - Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to replace the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label on all 2015, 2016, and some 2017 M

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC152) - DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER LETTER - Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to replace the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label on all 2015, 2016,

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - SC152 ? VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL (VECI) LABEL REPLACEMENT VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: FAST STATIC GEAR SHIFT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA341) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) on so

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

PITSTOP: SOUND SETTINGS (FADER) MOVES TO REAR - This Pitstop provides information related to sound settings (fader) which move to the rear automatically and/or after a phone call.

130000 VISIBILITY

PITSTOP - CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - When servicing the windshield wipers on 2015MY~ K900 (KH), 2016MY~ Optima (JFa/JF), and 2018MY~ Stinger (CK) vehicles during PDI, make sure to use the procedure outlined below to r

130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB - SERVICE ACTION: THETA 2.0L TURBO ATF WARMER CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT (SA333) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) warme

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KIA STINGER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA STINGER across all model years (2018, 2023).

20 Total Recalls

219 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

9 Reported Crashes

16 Reported Fires

3 Reported Deaths

KIA STINGER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2023	1	6	View
2022	1	20	View
2021	5	25	View
2020	6	29	View
2019	3	53	View
2018 (current)	4	86

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SPORTAGE	165	6,601	View
SEDONA	118	3,350	View
OPTIMA	100	10,128	View
TELLURIDE	70	2,186	View
SOUL	66	7,233	View
SORENTO HYBRID	62	159	View
SOUL EV	62	50	View

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