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NHTSA Recall 20V422000: Steering

Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 104 vehicles. It affects 2020 Kia Stinger.

104
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (August 28)
NHTSA campaign20V422000
Manufacturer campaignSC193
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedJuly 22, 2020
Owner notificationAugust 28, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Turbo-GDI engine. A component within the Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, possibly resulting in the steering locking or becoming difficult while driving.

Safety risk

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS Assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC193.

Notes

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V422000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Stinger2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.