KIA Stinger Problems by Year
NHTSA has 169 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the KIA Stinger, across 6 model years (2018–2023). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (69). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
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KIA Stinger years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Stinger year: 2018, 2019. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 Stinger: 69 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2019 Stinger: 44 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2022 Stinger: 18 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2023 Stinger: 5 complaints, 1 recall
- 2020 Stinger: 16 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2021 Stinger: 17 complaints, 5 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common KIA Stinger problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 48 | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 13 | 5 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All KIA Stinger model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Stinger | 5 | 1 | 5★ | Structure | |
| 2022 Stinger | 18 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2021 Stinger | 17 | 5 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2020 Stinger | 16 | 6 | 5★ | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2019 Stinger | 44 | 3 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2018 Stinger | 69 | 4 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which KIA Stinger years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2018 (69), 2019 (44) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Stinger year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the KIA Stinger?
Engine, with 48 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the KIA Stinger have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.