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The Kia Stinger is without doubt one of the most divisive vehicles on the market. On one hand, it proved the Korean model could make a succesful four-door efficiency coupe that may rival the likes of Audi S5 and BMW 4 Collection Gran Coupe. I’ve lined a couple of points reported by Kia Stinger homeowners and whereas it appears getting certainly one of these trendy efficiency vehicles is a bit like taking part in Russian roulette, it typically comes right down to how the automobile has been maintained.
I believe you will need to look into such circumstances, so different homeowners will be higher ready in case they arrive throughout comparable issues sooner or later.
The Kia Stinger got here out for the 2018 mannequin yr, and as these vehicles age, we begin getting a clearer image of the mannequin’s widespread issues.
One proprietor lately posted a video within the Kia Stinger Homeowners Group, with what at first look, looks like an alarming subject. The proprietor explains that the “automobile has oil solely at idle”, however in actuality, he implies that the oil stress mild illuminates at idle and goes away because the engine velocity climbs to over 2,000 RPM. As soon as the RPMs return to idle, the oil stress mild reveals up once more.
Homeowners chime in with numerous options as others have skilled comparable signs, however there isn’t a one trigger.
The illumination of the oil stress mild typically foreshadows costly repairs, however not all the time. Nonetheless, it’s an alarming incidence, and it appears totally different Kia Stinger homeowners level to totally different causes. I requested the proprietor who posted the video if the automobile has oil consumption, to which he replied, “It consumes oil quite a bit to be trustworthy”. To not be a bringer of unhealthy information, however at present, I’m performing an engine rebuild on my Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8, after noticeable oil consumption and eventual refusal to construct oil stress.
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Whereas such signs may point out an early(ish) stage of highway and major bearing failure, different homeowners have reportedly solved the problem via numerous means. Listed here are the experiences of different Kia Stinger homeowners who reportedly mounted the problem.
Ken Bruns, who’s keen on his Stinger, shares that the “Oil stress sending unit must be changed. This is the seller record of components changed. Had the identical subject. Gentle on at idle, goes away after 2,000 RPM..then progresses to staying on at greater RPMs. Had mine completed on the seller final yr at 103k miles. Bought 128k miles on it now with no hiccup. Runs sturdy. No leaks, rattles, or vibration, and every thing nonetheless works. Nice every day driver”. He additionally offered a components record with every thing the dealership modified (see picture beneath).
Mark Owens Jr. says, “Precisely the identical occurred to my Stinger. After 11 weeks of analysis, I used to be instructed it wanted an engine alternative. 4 months later, I nonetheless have not received the automobile again. Fortunately, Kia agreed to cowl it out of guarantee (simply expired by eight weeks).”
Joseph Russel says, “Oil stress sensor. Not an inexpensive repair due to the place it is situated.”
Mark Armstrong says, “Oil stress sensor, changed mine a couple of weeks in the past myself, price $240 in components.”
Vincent Huneaut says, “Oil stress sensor or Oil pump. For me, it was each.”
Most homeowners appear to level to the oil stress sending unit (also referred to as the oil stress sensor), which displays oil stress and sends information to the ECU, and in flip to your dashboard if want be. If the oil stress is low, the “oil can” image will illuminate in your instrument cluster. If the sunshine reveals up, it may imply a defective sensor or that your oil is simply too low.
If the sensor fails, it may not directly trigger oil consumption, as within the case of this proprietor’s Kia Stinger. Many occasions, this may be from a leak within the sensor seal. Be aware that the failure of the oil stress sender unit can masks different, extra severe points.
At the very least one proprietor (just like the one talked about above) had its engine changed freed from cost, however extreme oil consumption (a quart per day) could point out one thing extra severe. I’m at present talking with the proprietor, so we are able to higher decide the true trigger, in case it seems to be one thing extra severe than the oil stress sensor.
Regardless of all that, the Kia Stinger continues to supply distinctive worth for cash. A classy every day driver that may additionally double as a efficiency automobile is tough to search out for an inexpensive worth. Regardless of some homeowners reporting quite a lot of points, they’re proud of their Stinger, and having examined one some years again, I can perceive why. What’s your tackle the Kia Stinger? If you happen to personal one, have you ever skilled points? Share your ideas within the remark part beneath.
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Picture supply: 2021 Kia Stinger press launch
Dimitar Angelov‘s automotive pursuits made him an knowledgeable in all kinds of autos. Japanese manufacturers like Toyota and Nissan are closest to his coronary heart, though efficiency vehicles usually are his favourite phase, which is why he’s continually looking out for one of the best offers in the marketplace. Dimitar Angelov’s automobile ardour and knack for the written phrase led him to finish a Grasp of Arts in Media and Communications, and basic automobile restoration. Dim is blissful to get behind the wheel of any automobile and share his impressions. You possibly can observe Dimitar on X, Linked-in, Instagram, and Fb.
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