2018–2021 KIA Stinger: Fuel System, Gasoline recall
NHTSA campaign 23V634000 · 18K units potentially affected · filed Sep 13, 2023
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V634000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC281
- Manufacturer
- KIA America, Inc.
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Units affected
- 18,224
- Report received
- Sep 13, 2023
- Owner letters
- Dec 18, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- KIA Stinger 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021