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#BS-2019-KIASTI-59FB

2019 Kia Stinger

Based on reports from 48 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
48
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Recalls
3
TSBs
44
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 48 complaints, 1 crashes, 3 fires, and 3 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

the trim on both sides of my moon roof is cracked

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
2

rear fuse panel caught fire and burned car to the ground

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

headlights not bright enough

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the BrakesHIGH

11 owners reported brakes issues — failures commonly reported around 16K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

16
0–30K
4
30–60K
1
60–90K
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (16 reports) • Median: 16K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Brakes (11 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Brakes11 (23%)
Engine10 (21%)
Electrical7 (15%)
Fuel System6 (13%)
Other5 (10%)
Drivetrain2 (4%)
Visibility2 (4%)
Tires:tread/belt1 (2%)

2019 Kia Stinger: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 23% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Stinger, with 11 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 16,041 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 16K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 21% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Stinger, with 10 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 15% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Stinger, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2019 Kia Stinger, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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22
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23
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7
25

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2019 Kia Stinger. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (3 recalls)

20V518000Park OutsideNov 2020

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.

23V634000Dec 2023

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

24V169000Apr 2024

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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The worst model year for the Kia Stinger is the 2018 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is body / paint.

2019 Kia Stinger vs. Class Average (Midsize Cars)

This vehicle

48

Class avg

122

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical midsize cars vehicles. A good sign.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 48 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Other Kia Stinger Model Years

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2019 Kia Stinger: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Kia Stinger?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2019 Kia Stinger is related to the brakes, with 11 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2019 Kia Stinger reliable?
The 2019 Kia Stinger has 48 complaints, 1 crash reports, and 3 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How much does it cost to fix 2019 Kia Stinger problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2019 Kia Stinger have any recalls?
Yes, the 2019 Kia Stinger has 3 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Kia Stinger problems start?
Based on 21 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 16,041 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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How is this different from Carfax?
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