Recalls for 2018 Kia Stinger

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Posted on: 2020-08-28
Description
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.

Consequence
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action
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.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING

Posted on: 2024-03-04
Description
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.

Consequence
An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 26, 2024.  Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is sc300.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.