repaired · 2026 Q1
Turbo/supercharger: hoses/plumbing
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
2023 Kia StingerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2023 Kia Stinger, most often about the structure. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 24V-169 the manufacturer reports only 69% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Kia Stinger has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure
1Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2023 Kia Stinger recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kia.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Stinger year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Stinger median. How we score
'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Kia Stinger safety ratings
2023 Kia Stinger 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (8.7% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Stinger owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
After driving on the highway for approximately 20 miles with no warning lights illuminated or any signs of issue, the driver's door opened while driving at highway speeds. We were in a right hand turn on a highway exchange ramp at approximately 65 mph, when the door popped open an audible warning…
Kia America is failing to address a significant defect in the sunroof of my Kia Stinger. Despite multiple attempts to resolve this issue with the company directly and using the BBB AUTO line I have received dismissive and unhelpful responses. Kia America is demonstrating a complete disregard for…
Own a 2023 Stinger?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.