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NHTSA Recall 21V862000: Fuel gauge (electrical system)

Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 53 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Kia Stinger.

53
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (December 10)
NHTSA campaign21V862000
Manufacturer campaignSC219
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT PANEL › FUEL GAUGE
Report receivedNovember 5, 2021
Owner notificationDecember 10, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. A software error in the instrument cluster may cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.

Safety risk

An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC219.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V862000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Stinger2020, 2021

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.