2023 Kia Stinger
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 3 of 5 complaints (60%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more crash reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 17 in 2022 to 5 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | vs. 2023 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–25 | 20–25 | 20–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–22 / 25–29 | 17–22 / 24–32 | 17–22 / 24–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 365–449 | 355–451 | 355–451 | |
| Complaints filed | 17 | 17 | 5 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Stinger have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Kia Stinger?
Body, Seats & Latches: 3 of 5 NHTSA complaints (60%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Kia Stinger get?
EPA rates it 20–25 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Kia Stinger?
EPA estimates $3,100–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 380 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 355 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.3L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 451 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 437 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING · Campaign 24V169000 · Mar 4, 2024
Defect: 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.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.