The 2018 Kia Stinger has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 98,683 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 86 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Recall campaigns
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING24V1690002024-03-0136,248 affected
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.
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC20V5180002020-08-2728,200 affected
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…
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…
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…
Complaints by component
ENGINE
21
3fires
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
9
2crashes4fires2injuries1deaths
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
9
1fires
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
7
SERVICE BRAKES
7
1fires
POWER TRAIN
6
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
5
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
3
STRUCTURE:BODY
3
1fires
Total complaints86
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“The oil pressure light is coming on . Even after doing oil change at dealership it’s not going away. Confirmed that the issue was with the oil pressure switch at dealership, which is a common problem for 3.3l v6 engines . Similar issue was observed in other older models with similar engine and…”
“Oil light comes on and out I do have warranty for the car.”
“My vehicle is experiencing active symptoms consistent with the defects described in recalls sc279 and sc281. These include: - sputtering and hesitation under acceleration - severe drop in fuel mileage - check engine light - fuel‑rail pressure fault code - black soot at the tailpipe - loss of…”
“My vehicle is experiencing active symptoms consistent with the defects described in recalls sc279 and sc281. These include: - sputtering and hesitation under acceleration - severe drop in fuel mileage - check engine light - fuel‑rail pressure fault code - black soot at the tailpipe - loss of…”
“Related malfunction on my 2018 kia stinger. My hazard lights are activating on their own, changing flash speeds, and failing to turn off at times. This creates a safety concern while driving.”
“My oil light came on around 91,000 miles. Kia is known for this issue being an oil pressure sensor issue. Happens around 80,000-100,000 miles. Its a pretty common issue and the labor for a $80 part costs up to $2,000.”
“My oil light came on around 91,000 miles. Kia is known for this issue being an oil pressure sensor issue. Happens around 80,000-100,000 miles. Its a pretty common issue and the labor for a $80 part costs up to $2,000.”
“I was driving my car as normal, but noticed a clicking noise but with no dashboard lights on. Went to my dad who was formerly a mechanic to check it out. He put a few fluids in it, told me to drive it for a few miles. Went no more than 5 miles before the car just shut off and into neutral on me…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2018 Kia Stinger as of
July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page
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