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NHTSA Recall 23V634000: Fuel pump (fuel system)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,224 vehicles. It affects 2018–2021 Kia Stinger.

18,224
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (December 18)
NHTSA campaign23V634000
Manufacturer campaignSC281
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP
Report receivedSeptember 13, 2023
Owner notificationDecember 18, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect, and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC281.

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 23V634000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Stinger2018, 2019, 2020, 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.