NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly at no cost.
This page covers 5 recalls, 41 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Kia Stinger.
20–25 mpg combined
9.4–11.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
For the 2019 Kia Stinger, complaints spread across a handful of systems with engine and electrical issues drawing the most reports. On the engine side, owners describe oil leaks accompanied by intermittent oil pressure warning lights, along with concerns about fuel system service not being completed as required. Electrical complaints cover wiring harness damage, owners report harnesses being cut, burned, or otherwise compromised, sometimes repeatedly on the same vehicle. Brake complaints make up the next cluster, though the volume is relatively modest. A smaller number of owners report body trim separating at highway speed, with roof trim strips detaching and becoming a road hazard for following traffic. Several complaints also note extended dealership repair times, with vehicles out of service for weeks or months while diagnosis and repair attempts continue.
41
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
By System
The 2019 Kia Stinger has 5 recalls, the most serious being multiple fire risks: an engine compartment fire can break out near the brake control unit on 2.0-liter models, and a leaking oil line on 3.3-liter turbo models can drip oil onto hot engine components with the same result.
The brake control unit fire risk applies to 2.0-liter engine models without Smart Cruise Control, and prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue for all affected vehicles, prompting an expanded recall population. On 3.3-liter turbo models, the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose can deteriorate over time, releasing oil near heat sources in the engine bay. Two recalls also cover fuel delivery failures: on both engine variants, the high-pressure fuel pump can fail or have a sticking internal valve, causing the engine to lose power or stall without warning while the vehicle is moving. Both conditions leave the driver with reduced or no throttle response, which raises the risk of a crash, particularly at highway speeds or in traffic.
At a glance
What can fail
The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly at no cost.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-pressure fuel pump in your 2.0L turbo engine may fail, causing the engine to lose power and stall while you're driving.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect and replace your high-pressure fuel pump if needed, and update your engine control software to prevent power loss.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel control valve plunger in the high pressure fuel pump can stick, causing fuel pressure to build up too high and resulting in loss of engine power.
What the fix does
Dealers will update engine software, inspect the fuel pump, and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
On certain 2.0L T-GDI engine vehicles, an electrical overload in the brake hydraulic control unit could cause a fire in the engine compartment while driving.
What the fix does
Install a new fuse kit with two 25-amp fuses replacing the original 40-amp fuses to prevent electrical overload.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
An engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit is located while the vehicle is being driven.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box at no cost to address the fire risk.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
