2019 Kia Stinger problems
The Kia Stinger (Korean: 기아 스팅어) is a mid-size liftback/fastback manufactured by Kia between 2017 and 2023.
Overview
The Stinger traces its roots to the GT Concept from the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show and the Kia GT4 Stinger from the 2014 North American International Auto Show. Design work was led by Peter Schreyer and Gregory Guillaume (Kia's Chief Designer) at Kia's European studio in Frankfurt and engineered by former BMW M Vice President of Engineering Albert Biermann, the car was unveiled at the 2017 North American International Auto Show. Biermann is now the executive vice president of performance development and high performance vehicles of the Hyundai Motor Group.
Testing of the car involved over 1,000 kilometres (620 mi) at the Korea International Circuit and 10,000 kilometres (6,200 mi) at the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
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Common 2019 Kia Stinger problems
The 2019 Kia Stinger has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues include faulty engine/passenger wiring, rattles in the cabin/hatch back area, cracking/flaking paint on certain colors, and warped brake rotors.
Faulty engine/passenger wiring is a problem that has been reported by some 2019 Kia Stinger owners. This issue can lead to various electrical problems, including malfunctions in the vehicle's engine and passenger wiring systems. While the exact cause of this issue is not specified in the search results, it is recommended that owners experiencing this problem consult with their local Kia dealer for assistance.
Rattles in the cabin/hatch back area are another common problem reported by 2019 Kia Stinger owners. This issue can be caused by various factors, such as loose components or worn-out materials. While the exact cause of this issue is not specified in the search results, it is recommended that owners experiencing this problem consult with their local Kia dealer for assistance.
Cracking/flaking paint on certain colors is a problem that has been reported by some 2019 Kia Stinger owners. This issue can be caused by various factors, such as exposure to harsh weather conditions or poor paint quality. While the exact cause of this issue is not specified in the search results, it is recommended that owners experiencing this problem consult with their local Kia dealer for assistance.
Warped brake rotors are a problem that has been reported by some 2019 Kia Stinger owners. This issue can lead to various brake-related problems, including decreased stopping power and increased brake wear. While the exact cause of this issue is not specified in the search results, it is recommended that owners experiencing this problem consult with their local Kia dealer for assistance.
In addition to these common problems, the 2019 Kia Stinger has also been reported to have issues with non-engine electrics, with most problems relating to the vehicle's electrical system.
Overall, while the 2019 Kia Stinger has been reported to have several common problems, most of these issues can be addressed by consulting with a local Kia dealer for assistance. It is also recommended that owners ensure their vehicle has always been serviced according to the service schedule to maintain the vehicle's seven-year manufacturer's warranty.
Is a Kia Stinger a reliable car?
Reported problems with the Stinger are few, so far, with most relating to non-engine electrics, and most models in the Kia range have a good reputation for reliability.
Does Kia Stinger have transmission problems?
If you don't routinely and consistently change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your Kia Stinger transmission will quickly slip.
Why is the Kia Stinger not selling well?
However, as shown by sales figures on GoodCarBadCar, the Stinger has not been the sales success that Kia would have hoped it would be. This is likely down to the high price tag for the V6 model when a comparable BMW, Mercedes or Audi is available for the same money or less.
What is the engine issue on the Kia Stinger?
Kia is recalling certain 2019-2020 K900 and 2018-2023 Stinger sedans with a 3.3-liter turbocharged engine due to concerns that the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil. Over time, that pipe and the assembly may break down because of exposure to heat from the exhaust manifold.
2019 Kia Stinger car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Kia Stinger problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Kia Stinger vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2019 Kia Stinger
The NHTSA has received 32 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Kia Stinger. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2019 Kia Stinger vehicles.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-02
- VIN: KNAE25LA0K6
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, after which the vehicle entered LIMP Mode and was unable to accelerate as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V634000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); the VIN was included, but the vehicle had already been repaired under the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 63,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-08
- VIN: KNAE35LC4K6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I called the Vanguard Kia dealership in Arlington (3:22pm), TX the date I received the recall letter on 5/7/2024. The service rep (I didn't get his name) put me hold and confirmed the work would only take 3 hours, I would take a shuttle home, I should arrive first thing at 7am the following morning. I arrived at the dealership to drop my car of 7am on [XXX]. There was no service scheduled for me, but since I get there early I was only 3rd in line to be seen. As I was about to leave in the shuttle, and the Zach (second service rep to help) advised they didn't have the part or the tools to perform the work need to complete my recall. I was upset because I was assured by the service rep I spoke with the day prior that I'd didn't a loaner and I'd drop my car off and get it back same day since it was a 3 hour job. I inquired about getting a loaner vehicle and I was told my job wasn't big enough to qualify for loaner; even my car was still under the original warranty and this was recall related work. I was told I "should" be ok driving the car, even though I express concern about the catching fire as stated in the recall letter. After call Kia Customer Relations, they give the dealership a call and they still refused to accommondate me. I was told "if any happened Kia would take responsiblity", "I was concerned, just don't park the car close to the my home" (Zach's peer), and that I could pay out of pocket up front for a rental and they reimburse once I got my car back. I don't feel I needed to have to come out of pocket anything consider this is warranty / recall work. They gave me the car and had me drive back home, and now I have get it back up there whenever they get my parts. I've been accommodated in no way for the misleading instruction, and lack of consideration driving a car back and forth that had a active recall; INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: KNAE55LC7K6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I have gone to Joe Myers Kia no less than 5 times in the last 4 years asking them for assistance in performing the repairs for the recall associated with my vehicle (NHTSA Recall Number 20V518000). The first two times in 2020, they claimed supply chain issues and said they couldn't get the part(s) for the repair. The next 2 times, the took down my VIN and phone number and said they needed to order the part and they'd call me when it came in. They never called. The last time I was there, they insisted that they needed an 8 hour appointment to simply verify that my car was eligible for, and needed, the recall, and then another 8 hour appointment to do the repair. I am not able to give up my car for 2 days, without a loaner, for a 2-3 hour repair job (as approximated in the recall text).
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-21
- VIN: KNAE25LA8K6
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, several messages appeared on the instrument panel that instructed the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer for service. The contact called the dealer and was informed that a diagnostic test would be performed to determine the cause of the failure. In addition, the contact was informed that there was an extended wait to have the vehicle scheduled for service. The contact later received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V634000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which was linked to the failure. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-03
- VIN: KNAE15LA4K6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Top roof molding on each side of moonroof cracked and faded paint. Near fuel tank paint chipped off. Color is snow pearl white and looks horrendous for a car of this price tag
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-14
- VIN: KNAE25LAXK6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system erroneously engaged, and the vehicle slowed down. The contact was able to pull over, wait for several minutes, and then restart the vehicle. The service engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while merging into traffic, the vehicle slowed down and stopped in traffic. The contact stated that the battery had drained. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. who was unable to duplicate the failure and cleared the warning light. The accelerator pedal and battery were replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-05
- VIN: KNAE35LCXK6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I only have 16,2000 miles on this car and for a while now after driving for 10-15 minutes I get a good shaking out of the front end and steering wheel when I use the brakes. I have no problems when the car is cold (less then 10 miles). I gets to the point I am worried there is something wrong with the car. I have started using the paddle shifters to downshift to help slow the car down because I don't want to use the brakes so much. I am not sure if this is a maintenance issue that requires new brakes pads or rotors. Are there any known issues with the brakes on 2019 KIA Stingers that I need to be worried about? Am I required to replace pads or rotors at a certain mileage? Is this something I need to take to a dealer to have inspected? I don't recall when I first noticed this issue so I will add today's date and today's mileage on the car but it has been happening for many months before I started to get concerned.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-01
- VIN: KNAE55LC9K6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: ****BIG safety issue. Headlights low visibility- doesn't shine far enough ahead to avoid any possible collision w/ pedestrian/vehicle. Headlights seem to shine down more and not far enough up ahead. I've avoided driving at night all together due to this safety issue. I do NOT have vision issues- it is the vehicle itself. There is no way to adjust headlights unless the car is physically taken apart and manually done. I've almost hit a pedestrian at high speed and barely stopped. There was no extended visibility up ahead to react and stop more safely. Very dangerous. I don't understand why the headlights were positioned in this manner.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-20
- VIN: KNAE35LCXK6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I have driven 6,000 miles myself since purchasing the vehicle in March of ‘22. The brakes have developed a wobble or shutter feeling. While driving with no braking, the vibration is obvious. When braking, the vibration feels dangerous.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-21
- VIN: KNAE55LCXK6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Front rotors are warped from time we bought the car brand new They told us it wouldn’t be covered under warranty. They got so bad I replaced the front rotors and pads 5/21/22 myself which has fixed the issues. This is a problem with all the stinger models
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-01
- VIN: KNAE35LC5K6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Koon kia of Woodbridge has been unable to complete this fire hazard recall. I brought in and scheduled repair. I have contacted them many tines and have been told they will contact when they have parts. Now they dont return calls about recall. Corporate kia sending warnins but dealer will not repair where i have an extended maintenance contract also and have no issue there with them. This is intentional and negligent and has been going on for a year to the point when i get recall notice im not sure if its original or something new. Contact has been initiated by me over 20 times. While normal service to my car has taken place at same dealer
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-24
- VIN: KNAE55LC0K6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Under braking, the entire car vibrates violently. First time I mentioned it to Kia, they resurfaced the rotors and it fixed it temporarily. It doesn’t feel like I am in good control of the car when it is vibrating. Yes it has been confirmed by Kia Stevens Creek in California. Yes, Kia resurfaced the rotors, fixed problem temporarily. No warning lamps This problem is widespread among other owners of this car.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-19
- VIN: KNAE55LC0K6
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Pilot Sport 4, Front Tire Size: 225/40/ZR19, DOT number: HCUJ00HX4118; and Rear Tire Size: 255/35/ZR19, DOT number: HCN401FX4118. The contact stated while his wife was driving 55 MPH, the driver-side rear tire experienced a blowout. The contact stated his wife was able to veer to the side of the road, where she replaced the tire with assistance. The contact stated that as his wife returned from her trip, he inspected the front driver side tire and the front and rear passenger’s side tires and noticed that the top tread on those tires was separating. The dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and referred the contact to the tire manufacturer for assistance. The tire manufacturer offered a discount for new tires. The front driver’s side tire and the front and rear passenger’s side tires were not replaced. The tires were the original equipment. The approximate vehicle and tire failure mileage were 23,600.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-15
- VIN: KNAE45LC5K6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V518000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and confirmed that the part was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts Distribution Disconnect.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-10
- VIN: KNAE15LA7K6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA STINGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V518000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED STEVE LANDERS KIA (201 COLONEL GLENN PLAZA LOOP, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72210, (501) 404-4268) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-20
- VIN: KNAE45LC8K6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA STINGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V518000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED ARCHER KIA (11614 SOUTHWEST FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77031, (888) 879-5194) AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-09
- VIN: KNAE45LCXK6
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: EARLIER TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON THE TOLLWAY I HEARD A LOUD NOISE(SOMEWHAT LIKE A BLOW OUT) I PUT ON MY HAZARDS AND PULLED OVER. I EXITED THE TOLLWAY TO FIND THE SUNROOF SHATTERED WITH A HUGE HOLE!!! THANK GOD I HAD THE SHADE CLOSED! THIS IS THE SUNROOF, NOT ONE OF THE WINDOWS OR WINDSHIELD!! THERE WAS NOT MUCH TRAFFIC AND I KNOW NOTHING HIT THE CAR AT ALL. I VISITED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE ADVISOR INFORMED ME THAT THE MANAGER SAID THIS IS COMMON AND SHOULD BE UNDER WARRANTY AND THEY WOULD TAKE THE CAR IN TO INSPECT IT. THERE WAS AN HOUR AND A HALF WAIT SO THEY SHUTTLED ME HOME. AFTER ABOUT 5 HOURS I CALLED TO CHECK ON THE STATUS AND WAS NOW TOLD THAT IT WAS NOT COVERED AND I WOULD HAVE TO FILE A CLAIM WITH MY INSURANCE, AND NO EXPLANATION OF THE REVERSAL, SO I DID CALL TO FILE A CLAIM WITH MY INSURANCE COMPANY. I ALSO DID AN INTERNET SEARCH AND FOUND OUT WHAT THE SERVICE RECEPTIONIST SAID WAS TRUE! THIS HAS HAPPENED BEFORE WITH KIA AND OTHER VEHICLES WHICH IS UNBELIEVABLE!!! BECAUSE, IN THIS CASE, KIA KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM, THEY SHOULD BE HELD RESPONSIBLE, AT LEAST BY HAVING IT REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY EVEN IF THERE IS NO RECALL YET. THIS SHOULD NOT BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF MY INSURANCE OR ME! PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW THEM TO WAIT UNTIL SOMEONE IS SERIOUSLY HURT OR WORSE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-16
- VIN: KNAE45LC4K6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED BY KIA THAT THERE IS A RECALL CAUSING ENGINE FIRES BACK IN NOVEMBER 2020. I HAVE BEEN TRYING NOW WITH TWO DEALERSHIPS FOR MONTHS TO GET IT FIXED. I AM TOLD THEY EITHER DON'T HAVE THE PART AND I CAN'T MAKE AN APPOINTMENT OR WHEN I MAKE THE APPOINTMENT AND SHOW UP, THEY DON'T FIX IT. KIA CONSUMER AFFAIRS TOLD ME THEY NEED TO FIX IT BUT I HAVE NO RESOLUTION. I GET PUT ON 30 MINUTE+ HOLD TIMES WITH THE DEALERSHIPS OR A VOICEMAIL WITH NO CALL BACKS.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- VIN: KNAE35LC9K6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA STINGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V518000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED BERWYN KIA (7050 OGDEN AVE, BERWYN, IL 60402, (708) 797-0300) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-22
- VIN: KNAE15LA4K6
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: MY VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION COMING OFF INTERSTATE THIS EVENING AND MY CAR JUST JUST DOWN AS THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I TRIED TO START IT 3X AND 4TH TIME I OPENED THE DOOR AND SHUT IT AND THEN IT STARTED. 3 DAYS AGO I GOT A VOICE WARNING SOMETHING IS WRONG W THE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM. TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEIR SYSTEM IS DOWN BUT SAID IT COULD BE BECAUSE FUEL WAS LOW AND DIRT COULD HAVE CAUSE THE WARNING. THEY CALLED SATURDAY TO CHECK ON ME AND IT WAS FINE UNTIL TODAY. I WILL HAVE IT TOWED TO DEALETSHIP. THIS HAPPENED BEFORE ABOUT SIX MONTHS AGO AND THEY CHANGED BATTERIES IN KEY FAUB AND HAS BEEN FINE TIL TODAY. OTHERS SHARING ON FORUM HAVE HAD SAME ISSUES. ONE HAD BODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACED FIRST TIME AND SECOND TIME THEY REPLACED WIRING HARNESS. I HAVE A FEELING THE AUTO STOP IS INVOLVED
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-26
- VIN: KNAE55LC1K6
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ON FEB 18, 2020 THE CAR HAD A THROTTLE HESITATION AND CUT OFF IN TRAFFIC WHILE TURNING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHEN STARTED AGAIN HAD CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND CAR WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. CAR HAD ERROR CODES P061B, P0172, P0175, P2180, P2178. KIA ADVISED TO NOT DRIVE THE CAR AND HAVE IT TOWED TO DEALER. I WAS TOLD THERE WAS A LOOSE WIRE CONNECTION AND DEALER SUPPOSEDLY FIXED IT. ON MARCH 23, 2020, CAR WAS RUNNING WITH ROUGH IDLE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON PULLING CODES P0108 AND P0068. CAR WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO DEALER AND DEALER COULD NOT FIND THE ISSUE. ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2020, CAR HAD ROUGH IDLE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND PULLED CODE P0068. CAR WAS ABLE TO DRIVEN TO DEALER AND DEALER COULD NOT FIND THE ISSUE. DEALER SAID MAYBE IT WAS RELATED TO K&N AIR FILTERS SO AT THEIR ADVICE AND REPLACED THEM WITH STOCK AIR FILTERS. JANUARY 26, 2021, CAR HAD THROTTLE HESITATION ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHEN ON THE EXIT RAMP THE IDLE WAS JUMPING BETWEEN 1000 AND 1500 RPM. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE AND PULLING ERROR CODES P061B, P0172, P2178, P2180 WHICH WERE THE SAME CODES FROM FEBRUARY 18, 2020. CAR WAS TOWED TO DEALER JANUARY 27, 2020, AND FOR TWO DAYS THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND THE ISSUE. I DO NOT CONSIDER THIS CAR SAFE TO DRIVE. THERE'S AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE THAT CAN NOT BE FOUND AND NOT KNOWING IF CAR IS GOING TO STALL OR GO INTO LIMP HOME MODE IS A TERRIFYING WAY TO DRIVE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-21
- VIN: KNAE45LC5K6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR MY VEHICLE, STATING THAT THERE IS A MAJOR ISSUE WITH THE ENGINE, AND THEY ARE PRONE TO CATCHING FIRE - AND THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE PARKED OUTSIDE. I CONTACTED MY DEALERSHIP TO ASK FOR ANY OTHER INFORMATION, AND WAS SPECIFICALLY TOLD TO BRING MY CAR IN TO THEIR DEALERSHIP (WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR BRAND NEW JUST A YEAR PRIOR). UPON ARRIVING AT THE DEALERSHIP, I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THAT COULD BE DONE, AND I SHOULD DRIVE MY FLAMMABLE, 2019 VEHICLE HOME. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT EXPLODED YET, BUT I'M CAUTIOUS TO DRIVE IT NOW, FOR FEAR OF BURNING ALIVE ON MY WAY TO WORK ANY GIVEN MORNING. THIS DEALERSHIP HAS CAUSED ME NOTHING BUT GRIEF OVER THE SHORT TIME I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE, AND THE ISSUES CONTINUE TO STACK UP.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-26
- VIN: KNAE55LC1K6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 20V-518. I OWN A 2019 KIA STINGER GT2 AND I'VE HAD MAJOR ISSUES AND A RECENT 'INTERIM' SAFETY RECALL LETTING ME KNOW THE ENGINE CAN CATCH FIRE AND I SHOULDN'T DRIVE IT AND SHOULD LEAVE IT OUTSIDE (NOT IN MY GARAGE) AND WAIT UNTIL THEY SEND ME ANOTHER LETTER AND HAVE A FIX. IT'S BEEN WEEKS WITHOUT THE USE OF MY CAR. WHEN I CONTACTED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP, THEY CLAIMED NOT TO KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THE RECALL. IN THE MEANTIME I READ TODAY THERE'S ANOTHER ENGINE FIRE ASSOCIATED ISSUE WITH THE FUEL PUMP. SO FAR NO RECALL AND I HAD TO LOOK UP THE BULLETIN ONLINE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-08
- VIN: KNAE45LC5K6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA STINGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V518000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) INFORMING HER TO CONTACT THE LOCAL DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. JOE MYERS KIA (16484 NORTHWEST FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77040, (713) 587-9940) WAS CONTACTED BY PHONE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REMEDY PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-21
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNAE35LC9K6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY CAR ACCELERATED OM IT'S OWN ON A SMALL STREET AND I HIT TWO CARS AND DAMAGED MINE AND I BARELY STOPPED BEFORE HITTING A BRICK WALL I DID CONTACT KIA CONSUMER AND THEY SAID THEY WILL SEND INSPECTOR TO CHECK THE CAR AND NOBODY EVER CAME I CALLED THEM FIVE OR SIV TIMES ABOUT THIS BECAUSE BODY SHOP KEPT TELLING ME THAT NOBODY FROM KIA EVER CAME AND THEY KEEP IGNORING ME AFTER THEY TOLD ME KIA WILL HELP THE PERSON'S NAME FROM KIA MOTORS WHO TAKES CARE OF THIS CASE I SAMUEL KIM AND MY CASE NUMBER IS 13725169.HIS EMAIL IS [email protected] I'VE SENT EMAILS TO HIM TO HIM MANY TIMES BUT HE DIDN'T RESPOND
2019 Kia Stinger recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2019 Kia Stinger.
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Summary: 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.
Negative 2019 Kia Stinger car reviews
Positive 2019 Kia Stinger car reviews
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I am absolutely loving my Stinger GT2 RWD with 1000 miles on it! I have been following the Kia brand for a while now and even bought my daughter a used 2017 Kia Optima 12 months ago. I was really impressed with the car, even though it was pretty much the base model. Since the Stinger's introduction in 2018, I have been interested in it. Like most people, I had trouble thinking about paying $50k for a KIA. However, I finally decided to go for it and got a ceramic silver with red leather interior. The color combination is fantastic! You can actually get some great deals on the Stinger if you look for them. It is hard to find any negative road test reviews on this car. I scoured all of the YouTube reviews and everything I could find to complete my research. People absolutely love this car! Since I bought the second model year, I am hopeful that any problems have been fixed. There were some rattle issues on the 2018 model in the hatch and sunroof, but most are being rectified by the dealers under warranty. Luckily, I have not experienced any squeaks or rattles in my 2019 model. I have owned Audi's and BMW's, and I can confidently say that this car is the real deal. It has a luxury-oriented ride and can be sporty when you want it to be. The engine is an absolute blast! This car moves! You might find yourself getting more speeding tickets if you are not careful. Slamming the accelerator down to merge on an on-ramp is too much fun. The torque is great, and this thing pulls like a train. However, be careful, as you will pay at the pump for this type of driving style. During my break-in mileage, I averaged 24.2 MPG with mixed highway and city driving, which is not too bad for 365HP. However, putting your foot down will put you closer to 19-20 MPG. The interior build quality and materials are on par with the Germans. If you really do your research and drive this car, I think you will end up buying one. I also have a 2006 Porsche 911S for my fun weekend car, but I can tell you that the Stinger is keeping me out of my weekend drives in the 911 since it is so much fun!
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My 2019 Stinger Premium AWD is amazing! I've owned an 11-15-16 Optimum 2.0, but the 2019 Kia Stinger is definitely the best one yet! I highly recommend this Kia to everyone. It has all the bells and whistles, including a roll bar with an airbag in the roof - now that's what I call safety!
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Good speed and handling for a 4 cylinder. The gas mileage of 29.4 on the highway is not bad at all. I am retired but now I look forward to running errands and going on occasional dates. I plan to upgrade to a 2023 4 cylinder with 300 horsepower in 2025. I have only owned it for 4 weeks, but I will keep you updated!
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After driving it for a few days, I must say that it's an excellent vehicle. I had so much fun with it and would definitely recommend it to anyone who would like to try a Kia.
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Quality and attention to detail are five-star! Considering what you get for the price point versus the competition, it's a no-brainer. I've owned it for almost 2 years and have no complaints. Period.
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Lisandro Satterfield 2024-10-21
I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with my 2019 Stinger GTS. I absolutely love this car and take great care of it, only driving it on nice days and storing it indoors during the winter. Unfortunately, I did experience some issues with the car that required some attention. When I took it in for an oil change at 7,000 miles, the technician noticed an oil leak at the rear of the engine. KIA decided to replace the entire engine, which took some time but was covered under warranty. After storing the car from October to March, I noticed some issues with the turbos or gaskets, which KIA was able to fix after a couple of weeks. Recently, I took the car in for service at 13,000 miles and the engine light came on. While it took some time to diagnose the issue, KIA was able to determine that it was a computer problem and is working to resolve it. While it has been a bit of a journey, I am confident that KIA will be able to resolve the issue and get me back on the road soon. Thank you for taking the time to listen to my experience!
Ernesto Auer 2024-07-17
I recently leased a GT AWD, which I thought was my dream car, after trading in my 16 optima lease a year early. Unfortunately, within a month of purchase, the rear defroster unit shorted out and was supposedly fixed by the dealership where I bought the car. However, on my way to work on 5/14, the rear defroster shorted out again. I immediately called the dealership to schedule another appointment to fix it. On my way back home, I noticed smoke coming from the back of the car. I pulled over and opened the hatchback to see that the entire right side of the truck was on fire and flames shot out of the car, burning my hand. The car burned to the frame within 3 minutes. An investigation was done on the car with the NHTSA, fire investigators, Kia's engineers, and the dealership, and Kia accepted responsibility for the cause of the fire, which was a faulty rear defroster assembly unit. However, I have been struggling to get a response from Kia and my case manager has refused to reply to my emails or phone calls. Kia's offer to make things right was my initial down payment on the lease only if I signed a gag order to never discuss what happened. I have tried numerous times to escalate the issue, but I am told that my case worker at Kia doesn't have a boss and then they just hang up on me or my wife. This car has a fatal defect and Kia needs to take responsibility before someone dies in this car! I have contacted several legal firms and I am also contacting every local news investigation team in the state to try and save people's lives.At this point, it's not just about the money. Kia is selling vehicles that they know are not safe and can kill people.
Skylar Schulist 2024-04-06
I was hesitant about spending $48k on a Kia, but my wife really wanted it, so I bought it for her. Unfortunately, I haven't been too impressed with it. The depreciation is quite high and I had to replace the front pads and rotors with aftermarket parts at only 14k miles. The OEM pads are substandard and create hot spots on the rotors, which is a common issue among owners. Recently, the car went into limp mode at 16k miles while I was driving on the highway, which was quite concerning. Although the dealership couldn't find anything wrong, it was difficult to find information on Kia roadside assistance trip interruption. I've had some trouble with customer service as well. I offered to sell the car back to the dealership, but unfortunately, they declined without even discussing the price. I'm planning on selling the car as soon as possible, assuming it doesn't break down again. Overall, my experience with the Stinger has been disappointing and I wouldn't recommend it to others.