Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2018 Kia Stinger
NHTSA data on file today
The 2018 Kia Stinger has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 71 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V169000 Engine Compartment Fire from Oil Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V634000 Loss of Drive Power from Fuel Pump Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V518000 ABS Unit may cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V754000 Wiring Harness may be Damaged by Fender NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 24 complaints
- Electrical System 11 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 11 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 7 complaints
- Power Train 7 complaints
- Service Brakes 7 complaints
Of the 71 complaints on file, 2 report a crash and 5 a fire; across all 71 complaints, owners report 2 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,200–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2018 Kia Stinger faces multiple recalls for critical components like the engine, fuel system, and brakes, which suggest reliability concerns. Although a stylish and performance-oriented vehicle, its reported issues indicate potential ownership challenges.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turbocharger oil hose | 40,000–70,000 miles | $300–$600 | very common |
| High pressure fuel pump | 50,000–80,000 miles | $400–$900 | common |
| Wiring harness | 30,000–60,000 miles | $200–$500 | common |
| Electronic control unit | 60,000–90,000 miles | $700–$1,500 | occasional |
| Service brakes | 50,000–80,000 miles | $200–$500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake pads replacement as needed
- Tire rotation every 7,500 miles
- Spark plug replacement at 60,000 miles
- Air filter replacement every 15,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Oil leaks under the vehicle
- Loss of engine power
- Electrical issues like flickering lights
- Unusual brake noises
- Burning smell from engine
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2018 Kia Stinger at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.