2022 KIA Stinger Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Stinger years
- About as many complaints as other years 3rd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 KIA Stinger. That ranks 3rd out of 6 Stinger model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 33%), typically at around 100,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 18owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 KIA Stinger problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 33% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 17% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 KIA Stinger recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger:hoses/plumbing
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.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Safety system not working forward collision avoidance system not working found DTC C160649 ECU HARDWARE ERROR & C160649 ECU SOFTWARE ERROR AND WAS CONFIRMED THE FRONT SYSTEM IS A FAULTY ALSO EVAPORATOR LEAKING CAUSING AC TO BLOW EXTREMELY HEAT
My Kia Stinger then give me troubles with the six cylinder. He fixed it couple of months down the line the problem reoccurred so-called fixed it two months down a line. The problem occurred, and now the problem reoccurred took it into the dealership. The dealership said my engine harness is melted…
I bought this car brand new and since I purchased it in December of 2021. Every summer this car leaves me stranded everytime I shut the car off and its hot outside I took it to several kia dealerships while in warranty but because it was not showing a code they couldn't fix it. The warranty ran out…
My 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line (VIN: [XXX]) has experienced three HVAC blower motor failures in Phoenix, AZ â August 2025, June 2026, and July 2026. Loss of AC in Phoenix summer temperatures exceeding 110°F is a direct safety concern. The first failure occurred in August 2025 while the vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that he had initially noticed that the vehicle's A/C unit had failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where they discovered a defect with the main wiring harness. The contact then called an independent mechanic…
Other KIA Stinger years
← 2021 Stinger · 2023 Stinger →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Stinger | 5 | 1 |
| 2022 | 18 | 1 |
| 2021 Stinger | 17 | 5 |
| 2020 Stinger | 16 | 6 |
| 2019 Stinger | 44 | 3 |
| 2018 Stinger | 69 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 KIA Stinger?
Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 KIA Stinger?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 KIA Stinger a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Stinger model years, the 2022 has about as many complaints as a typical year, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.