2023 Kia Stinger Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#6 most-complained of 6 Stinger years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2023 Kia Stinger ranks as the Best year among the six model years tracked, with only 5 complaints, a Complaint Index of 0, and 1 recall. Structure & Body issues account for 60% of complaints, but no fires or deaths were reported.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19.5 city / 27 hwy
Top 2023 Kia Stinger problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body3 (60%)
- Airbags1 (20%)
- Electrical System1 (20%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (20%)
What owners report
- Airbags failed to deploy during a highway spin-out and guard rail collision at an estimated 50-60 mph.
- The driver's door popped open unexpectedly while driving on a highway exit ramp at around 65 mph, triggering dashboard warnings.
- Multiple cabin electronics glitched on and off after warranty repair work, with the driver window switch behaving erratically.
- Dealership involvement in resolving an airbag non-deployment complaint was reported as slow.
2023 Kia Stinger recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V169000Mar 1, 2024Engine36,248 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger:hoses/plumbing
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.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.
2023 Kia Stinger fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19.5 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Stinger years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Kia Stinger reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2023 Stinger ranks Best among the six model years tracked, with only 5 complaints and a Complaint Index of 0.
- What problems does the 2023 Kia Stinger have?
- NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Stinger center on Structure & Body issues, which make up 60% of the 5 total complaints, followed by single reports involving Airbags, Electrical System, and Visibility & Wipers.
- Does the 2023 Kia Stinger have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (campaign 24V169000) covers 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles with the 3.3-liter turbo engine, addressing a turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly that may deteriorate.
- How does the 2023 Stinger compare to other Stinger years?
- The 2023 Stinger has the lowest Complaint Index (0) and fewest complaints (5) of the six years tracked, ranking Best, while 2018 (Complaint Index 100) and 2019 (Complaint Index 80) are rated Avoid.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Kia Stinger?
- The 2023 Stinger gets 22 mpg combined (19.5 city / 27 highway) and costs an estimated $3,650 per year in fuel.