- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Kia Stinger Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 Kia Stinger have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in March 2024 for the hoses / plumbing.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Stinger year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 Kia Stinger recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Park outside
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
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Kia Stinger: every year compared
All Stinger years2018 Kia Stinger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Kia Stinger | 0 | 4 | C | |
| 2018 Kia Sorento | 255 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Optima Plug-IN Hybrid | 246 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Optima | 235 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Soul EV | 225 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Soul | 222 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Sportage | 166 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Forte | 136 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Kia Niro Hybrid | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Kia Stinger
Does the 2018 Kia Stinger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Kia Stinger: hoses / plumbing (March 2024); fuel pump (September 2023); control unit / module (August 2020); front underhood (October 2018). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 Kia Stinger had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 Kia Stinger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 47 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Kia Stinger year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2018 Kia Stinger has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data