How common are fuel system complaints on the 2018 Kia Stinger?

NHTSA lists 15 fuel system complaints for the 2018 Stinger, making up 22% of the 68 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2018 Kia Stinger fuel system?

Yes. Recall 23V634000 covers 2018-2021 Stingers where the fuel control valve plunger can stick inside the high-pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurization and loss of drive power. Dealers update the engine control unit software and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge.

At what mileage do 2018 Stinger fuel system problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 63,500 miles for fuel system complaints on the 2018 Stinger.

Did the 2018 Stinger fuel system issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to these fuel system complaints, along with 1 fire.

Is the fuel system problem worse on the 2018 Stinger than other years?

Yes, relative to other Stinger years. The 2018 model's 22% share of complaints tied to the fuel system is close to the highest among the years listed, with 2020 at 44% and 2019 and 2021 lower at 16% and 24%.

2018 Kia Stinger Fuel System Problems

Fuel system complaints account for 15 of 68 total complaints (22%) on the 2018 Kia Stinger, with a median failure mileage of 63,500 miles. Kia recall 23V634000 covers a sticking fuel control valve plunger that can over-pressurize the high-pressure fuel pump and cause loss of drive power.

Fuel System complaints: 15; 22% of 68
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 63,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicles suddenly lose motive power while driving at highway speeds, sometimes stalling and failing to restart.
Intermittent hesitation or loss of power from a stop, requiring the driver to turn the car off and restart it to regain power.
Shuddering or a 'Service Vehicle Now' message accompanied by a gasoline smell inside the cabin.
Rapid RPM increase and sputtering or misfire sounds during startup, triggering a check engine light and a code pointing to the high-pressure fuel pump.
Owners report the high-pressure fuel pump was diagnosed as faulty or replaced, in some cases more than once, with delays getting recall parts.

When 2018 Kia Stinger fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 26, 2020, latest Jul 18, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2020 to Jul 2026; peak Oct 2023 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2018 Kia Stinger

NHTSA 23V634000Sep 13, 2023Fuel System18,224 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel control valve plunger may stick inside the high pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurization and loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect, and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC281.

Fuel System complaints by Stinger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201815 (22%)
20197 (16%)
20207 (44%)
20214 (24%)
20221 (6%)
20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2018 Kia Stinger?: NHTSA lists 15 fuel system complaints for the 2018 Stinger, making up 22% of the 68 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Kia Stinger fuel system?: Yes. Recall 23V634000 covers 2018-2021 Stingers where the fuel control valve plunger can stick inside the high-pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurization and loss of drive power. Dealers update the engine control unit software and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge.
At what mileage do 2018 Stinger fuel system problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 63,500 miles for fuel system complaints on the 2018 Stinger.
Did the 2018 Stinger fuel system issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to these fuel system complaints, along with 1 fire.
Is the fuel system problem worse on the 2018 Stinger than other years?: Yes, relative to other Stinger years. The 2018 model's 22% share of complaints tied to the fuel system is close to the highest among the years listed, with 2020 at 44% and 2019 and 2021 lower at 16% and 24%.