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.
2019 Kia Stinger brakes problems
11 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Kia Stinger brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 20V518000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V‑520, 20V‑543, 21V‑161, 21V‑160, 21V‑303, 22V‑056, 22V‑810, and 23V‑651. Kia recalls 16V‑815, 20V‑518, 20V‑519, 21V‑137, 21V‑331, 22V‑051, 22V‑800, and 23V‑652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.
AQ23002
What 2019 Kia Stinger owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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
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.
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 kia stinger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 kia stinger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 kia stinger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 kia stinger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.
Compared to the many cars I've driven, I believe I have to add more effort to brake for my kia stinger. It takes too long to come to a stop for the force I'm adding to the brake. It is more noticeable in the city due to constant braking. I have been dealing with it since I got the car but it was time to make a report to possibly get this issue fixed.
Questions about the 2019 Kia Stinger brakes
Does the 2019 Kia Stinger have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the brakes of the 2019 Kia Stinger, 24% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2019 Kia Stinger brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Kia Stinger brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 20V518000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Other 2019 Kia Stinger problems
Engine 13Electrical 9Fuel system 8Transmission 3Visibility 3Body 2Driver assistance 1Lights 1Tires 1
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