2018 Kia Stinger vs 2019 Kia Stinger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Kia Stinger | 2019 Kia Stinger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 66 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 100 | 45 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 20–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Stinger | Kia Stinger |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
2018 Kia Stinger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.