Kia Stinger recalls

12 official safety recalls for the Kia Stinger from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak

    Reported August 8, 2024Model years 2016–2023DVSA recall R/2024/3041,057 vehicles affected

    Radiant heat from the exhaust manifold may deteriorate the turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly over time, causing an oil leak. The assembly will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Kia Stinger Oil Feed Pipe Leak
    Defect
    On affected vehicles due to exposure to radiant heat from the exhaust manifold the turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate over time this could cause an oil leak.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles the turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly will be replaced.

  2. Fuel pump wear may cause loss of power

    Reported June 17, 2024Model years 2016–2023DVSA recall R/2024/253634 vehicles affected

    Misalignment of the high-pressure fuel pump control valve plunger may cause uneven wear, loss of motive power and, in some cases, an engine warning light. The control software will be updated and the pump checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Kia Stinger High Pressure Fuel Pump Recall
    Defect
    On affected vehicles misalignment of the fuel control valve plunger in the high pressure fuel pump can result in uneven wear. This may potentially result in loss of motive power and in some cases the check engine light may illuminate.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles the control software will be updated the high pressure fuel pump will be checked and if necessary replaced.

  3. Turbocharger oil feed pipe may leak

    Reported March 1, 2024Model years 2018–2023NHTSA campaign 24V16900036,248 vehicles affected

    The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil. Oil near hot engine parts can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire. Dealers will replace the assembly free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING
    Defect
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  4. Fuel control valve may stick and over-pressurise pump

    Reported September 13, 2023Model years 2018–2021NHTSA campaign 23V63400018,224 vehicles affected

    The fuel control valve plunger may stick in the high-pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurisation and loss of drive power, which can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect the pump and replace it as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
    Defect
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  5. Fuel gauge may show an inaccurate reading

    Reported November 5, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V86200053 vehicles affected

    A software error may cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading, so the vehicle could unexpectedly run out of fuel and stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
    Defect
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  6. HECU circuit may short circuit

    Reported May 17, 2021Model years 2016–2019DVSA recall R/2021/155566 vehicles affected

    A short circuit in the HECU electrical circuit may cause excessive current. The multi fuse assembly will be replaced with a lower amperage version, and the junction box cover will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT WITHIN THE HECU MAY EXPERIENCE A SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION
    Defect
    The electrical circuit within the HECU may experience a short circuit condition that results in excessive current.
    Remedy
    Replace the multi fuse assembly with a lower amperage version & replace the junction box cover.

  7. Blocked fuel pump nozzle may cause loss of power

    Reported November 16, 2020Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2020/3631 vehicle affected

    A blocked fuel pump nozzle may reduce fuel supply and cause loss of power. The nozzle will be inspected and replaced if burrs are detected.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF POWER DUE TO INSUFFICIENT FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE
    Defect
    On affected vehicle a blocked fuel pump nozzle may lead to a loss of power.
    Remedy
    Inspect the nozzle and replace if burs are detected.

  8. Fuel pump nozzle may become blocked

    Reported September 16, 2020Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 20V560000635 vehicles affected

    A plastic burr may block the fuel pump jet nozzle and reduce fuel supply to the engine, causing loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the fuel pump and replace the jet nozzle housing assembly if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
    Defect
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Engine compartment fire may occur near brake control unit

    Reported August 27, 2020Model years 2018–2021NHTSA campaign 20V51800028,200 vehicles affected

    Park outside: the maker advises parking affected vehicles outdoors, away from buildings, until they are repaired.

    An engine compartment fire may occur near the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit, increasing injury or crash risk. Dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
    Defect
    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.
    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 service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  10. Power steering may lock or become difficult

    Reported July 22, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V422000104 vehicles affected

    A defective power steering component may cause steering to lock or become difficult while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the steering assembly free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Turbo-GDI engine. A component within the Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, possibly resulting in the steering locking or becoming difficult while driving.
    Consequence
    A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS Assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC193.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  11. Fender edge may damage wiring insulation

    Reported December 5, 2018Model years 2017–2018EU Safety Gate A12/0358/19

    A rough edge on the left fender may damage front wiring insulation, causing a short circuit and increasing the risk of fire. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire
    Defect
    There is a rough edge in the left fender body panel. It could damage the insulation of the front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartments. This could cause it to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Poland

  12. Front wiring harness may short circuit

    Reported October 25, 2018Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 18V75400016,011 vehicles affected

    The front wiring harness may be damaged by a burr on the left fender panel and short circuit, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect it, install a cover, and replace the harness if damaged, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
    Defect
    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 customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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