Kia Stinger years to avoid
More than twice the Stinger's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Kia Stinger years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Kia Stinger complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Kia Stinger problems
All model years combined.
- Engine54
- Fuel system36
- Electrical35
- Brakes30
- Transmission14
- Visibility12
- Lights10
- Body9
- Steering5
- Suspension3
- Driver assistance3
- Acceleration3
Most reported problems on the Kia Stinger
Kia Stinger problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | 5 | Body | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 75 | 18 | Electrical | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 73 | 17 | Brakes | 5 | 1 | ||
| 2020 | 73 | 16 | Fuel system | 47,922 | 6 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 42 | 44 | Engine | 12,500 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 20 | 72 | Engine | 25,000 | 4 | 2 | Avoid |
Recalls 7
Kia Stinger warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Kia Stinger
What years of the Kia Stinger should you avoid?
2018. It has more than twice the Kia Stinger's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2018 alone has 72, mostly about engine and fuel system.
What is the best year for a used Kia Stinger?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Stinger?
Engine, with 54 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (36) and electrical (35).
How many recalls does the Kia Stinger have?
7 recalls between 2018 and 2023. The 2020 model year has the most, with 6.
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