2021 KIA STINGER
5 recalls, 25 complaints - 70 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
24V169000 Mar 1, 2024
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.
23V634000 Sep 13, 2023
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.
21V862000 Nov 5, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. A software error in the instrument cluster may cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
Consequence
An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC219.
20V560000 Sep 16, 2020
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Consequence
Insufficient fuel supply to the engine can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump and replace the jet nozzle housing assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC198.
20V518000 Aug 27, 2020
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
Complaint Statistics
25 total complaints
3 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 6 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 8, 2026
My car started skipping or stalling when I'd press the accelerator. Then the check engine light came on. I took it to an Independent mechanic and it showed high pressure fuel pump or system. The spark plugs were changed, but the problem remained. I checked and noticed that there was a recall for tha... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2025
The PTU system is failing. If it completely fails, the car will lock at any time. The part is backordered and may take months to get here because so many Jeep owners are having this problem. The dealerships confirmed this. There is a service 4wd light.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2025
On going fuel system issues that pose significant safety risks, suggest potential design or manufacturing flaws, and are impacting vehicle performance. The primary component affected is the fuel injection system. I have had to replace the fuel leak detection pump, spark plugs, and ignition coils mul... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
My transmission started failing 4 years after I bout it. And now it’s worse than ever
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
Vehicle Information: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox VIN: [XXX] Mileage: [Insert your current mileage] Engine: 1.5L Turbo ⸻ Complaint Summary: Sudden and complete loss of brake assist while driving. Brake pedal became extremely hard to press, making it difficult to stop the vehicle safely. A warning mes... Read more
STEERING
Mar 5, 2024
Incident date: Feb 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, with the steering wheel requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The traction control and powe... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 21, 2023
Incident date: Apr 21, 2022
While coming to a stop less than a half mile from my house the engine died. I had remote started the engine before leaving for work, so the engine had run for a few minutes before leaving my house. I was able to start the truck and continue driving. A few miles later I got a battery warning so at... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 20, 2023
Incident date: May 24, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH and ascending a hill, and while hauling a trailer, the vehicle would lose motive power. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal the vehicle slowly responded. The contact stated that the c... Read more
SEATS
Jun 20, 2023
Incident date: May 24, 2023
The truck jerks while shifting between 0 and 30 mph. This also happens when stopping at stop signs and lights or even just slowing down. I fear that the jerky shifting could cause significant internal damage to the transmission, more specifically teeth breaking off the gears. The power driver sea... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 20, 2023
Incident date: May 24, 2023
The truck jerks while shifting between 0 and 30 mph. This also happens when stopping at stop signs and lights or even just slowing down. I fear that the jerky shifting could cause significant internal damage to the transmission, more specifically teeth breaking off the gears. The power driver sea... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 9, 2022
Incident date: Dec 9, 2022
My transmission/engine and brake system failed. I was slowing down to probably 5 mph to make a right hand turn into my driveway from the street when the engine started racing. I heard a loud whine and the car started to speed up. I jammed my foot onto the brake to slow down but did not have the time... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Dec 9, 2022
Incident date: Dec 9, 2022
My transmission/engine and brake system failed. I was slowing down to probably 5 mph to make a right hand turn into my driveway from the street when the engine started racing. I heard a loud whine and the car started to speed up. I jammed my foot onto the brake to slow down but did not have the time... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 9, 2022
Incident date: Dec 9, 2022
My transmission/engine and brake system failed. I was slowing down to probably 5 mph to make a right hand turn into my driveway from the street when the engine started racing. I heard a loud whine and the car started to speed up. I jammed my foot onto the brake to slow down but did not have the time... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Oct 10, 2022
Incident date: Oct 10, 2022
I was driving on hwy 73 when I heard a sound like a shotgun went off. Glass started falling in the car and on me as the sunroof had shattered. There was no other vehicle in the area and the sunroof was closed.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 10, 2022
Incident date: Oct 10, 2022
I was driving on hwy 73 when I heard a sound like a shotgun went off. Glass started falling in the car and on me as the sunroof had shattered. There was no other vehicle in the area and the sunroof was closed.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR
Aug 10, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2022
The contact owns a 2021 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that the dealer had previously replaced the rotors twice; however, the failure recurred with a metal-to-metal noise while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes failed to stop th... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 2, 2022
Incident date: Jul 1, 2022
The car started to slow down and once I came to a stand still. The car would not start!
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 24, 2022
When driving in below freezing temperatures, the windshield washer fluid nozzles freeze and prevent the flow of windshield washer fluid when it's needed most resulting in severely impaired visibility and sometimes requiring stopping along the roadway to clean the windshield manually. This condition ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 22, 2022
Incident date: Dec 31, 2021
Component/system failure from repair invoice: Perform Campain SC196A New fuse Kit in junction box 1 cause action to take: service campaign 1 correction action taken SC!96/SC196A MULTI FUSE & JUNCTION BOX COVER INSTALLATION 201121R1 FAILED DESCRIPTION: REPAIR KIT MULTIFUS ,,ENGINE INJECTORS #3&4 ST... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 10, 2021
Incident date: Sep 9, 2021
Exploding/Shattered Sunroof No cars on the road near me at the time of incident, eliminating rock or debris damage Glass shards fell onto me in the cabin of car There was potential for accident due to sudden distraction Dealer has claimed rock damage but this is false Sunroof appears to have blown... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
May 30, 2021
Incident date: Apr 25, 2021
After failed first fix at 300 miles, wife was driving an ran out of gas on highway around 800 miles on O/D. Told this time the entire instrument/gauge cluster is bad. Dangerous situation to run out of fuel on a highway. Kia roadside assistance driver would not come and get her as she was on an Expre... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 19, 2021
Incident date: Mar 29, 2021
JUST PURCHASED A 2021 KIA STINGER GT AWD NEW ABOUT A MONTH AGO. JUST OVER 1000 MILES ON IT NOW AND ENCOUNTERED A CONCERNING ISSUE. SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT WITH THE AUTO START/STOP OFF, TRACTION CONTROL OFF AND IN SPORTS MODE, I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL AND THERE WAS A SLIGHT HESITATION FOLLOWED BY A PRE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 12, 2021
Incident date: Aug 17, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 KIA STINGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V518000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 27, 2021
Incident date: Mar 16, 2021
BRAND NEW CAR, JUST OVER 300 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. SUDDENLY LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY MAIN ROAD IN FAIRFAX, VA. WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED (INCHES TO SPARE) AND STRANDED ON THE ROAD. CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. A POLICE OFFICER RESCUED ME AND PUSHED ME TO SAFETY ON A NEARBY RESIDENTIAL SIDE STREET ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 27, 2021
Incident date: Mar 16, 2021
BRAND NEW CAR, JUST OVER 300 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. SUDDENLY LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY MAIN ROAD IN FAIRFAX, VA. WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED (INCHES TO SPARE) AND STRANDED ON THE ROAD. CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. A POLICE OFFICER RESCUED ME AND PUSHED ME TO SAFETY ON A NEARBY RESIDENTIAL SIDE STREET ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2021 KIA STINGER
2021 Kia Stinger 4 DR RWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 8.7% |
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, 2021 KIA STINGER
70 manufacturer communications from 37 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 15 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
TSB_ELE303_R2
Feb 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - 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
SC279_OWNR
Dec 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SC279_OWNR
Dec 20, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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
SC279_OWNR
Dec 20, 2023
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
SC279_TSB
Dec 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SC279_TSB
Dec 20, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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
SC279_TSB
Dec 20, 2023
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
SC279_DPSM
Dec 18, 2023
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
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
SC279_DP
Dec 18, 2023
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
SC279_DP
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SC279_DPSM
Dec 18, 2023
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
SC279_DPSM
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
SC279_STKR
Dec 18, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SC279_STKR: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION STICKER
SC279_STKR
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SC279_STKR: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION STICKER
SC279_POC
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SC279_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD
SC279_POC
Dec 18, 2023
071410 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER
SC279_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD
SC279_QA
Dec 18, 2023
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).
SC279_QA
Dec 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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).
SC279_QA
Dec 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
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).
SC279_POC
Dec 18, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SC279_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD
PS750
Sep 25, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
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
PS750
Sep 25, 2023
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
PS750
Sep 25, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
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
TSB_ELE303
Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive'
TSB_ELE303
Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive'
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
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,
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
163400 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
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,
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
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,
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
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,
PS677_R2
Apr 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PIT STOP: LOG FILE COLLECTION FOR AVN 5.0/W AND DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 - 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 Pitstop contai
TSB_TRA046_R3
Nov 18, 2022
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
PS738
Nov 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
PS738
Nov 18, 2022
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
TSB_BOD309
Oct 31, 2022
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
TSB_BOD309
Oct 31, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
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
TSB_ENG219_R1
Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
TSB_ENG219_R1
Sep 16, 2022
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
TSB_ELE209_R3
Aug 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster. The
PS672_R1
Aug 10, 2022
220000 SEATS
PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/REAR DOOR LOGIC - 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 Pitstop provides informatio
PS672_R1
Aug 10, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/REAR DOOR LOGIC - 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 Pitstop provides informatio
TSB_ELE255
Jun 7, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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
TSB_ELE255
Jun 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
TSB_ELE255
Jun 7, 2022
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
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
TSB_ELE255
Jun 7, 2022
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
TSB_ENG222_R6
Mar 1, 2022
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
TSB_ENG222_R5
Jan 6, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
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
TSB_ENG222_R5
Jan 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
TSB_ENG222_R4
Dec 21, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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
TSB_ENG222_R4
Dec 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
TSB_ENG222_R4
Dec 21, 2021
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
TSB_BOD055_R1
Sep 13, 2021
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
TSB_BOD055_R1
Sep 13, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
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
TSB_ENG222_R3
Sep 1, 2021
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
PS704
Aug 3, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
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
PS704
Aug 3, 2021
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
PS677_R1
Jun 9, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PIT STOP: LOG FILE COLLECTION FOR AVN 5.0/W AND DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 - 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 Pitstop contai
TSB_ELE209_R2
Apr 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - 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 pr
PS677
Mar 12, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: LOG FILE COLLECTION FOR AVN 5.0/W & DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 - This Pitstop contains information regarding the log file collection procedure for 2020MY~ models equipped with AVN 5.0/W or Display Audio 2.0 head units.
TSB_ELE209_R1
Mar 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - 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 p
TSB_ENG216_R2
Feb 3, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC21) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the mar
TSB_ENG223
Dec 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: ENGINE LOT INSPECTION AND SUB-ENGINE & TURBOCHARGER REPLACEMENT (SA458) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the engine Lot Number and if necessary, replace the sub-engine assembly and
TSB_ENG223
Dec 23, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: ENGINE LOT INSPECTION AND SUB-ENGINE & TURBOCHARGER REPLACEMENT (SA458) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the engine Lot Number and if necessary, replace the sub-engine assembly and
TSB_ENG216_R1
Oct 14, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB - DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC21) - 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 bulleti
PS663
Oct 7, 2020
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
PS299_R4
Oct 6, 2020
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
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
PS299_R4
Oct 6, 2020
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
TSB_ELE209
Sep 24, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster.
PS675
Aug 25, 2020
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.
PS675
Aug 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
TSB_ENG219
Jul 27, 2020
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
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