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The Kia Stinger is likely 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 Sequence Gran Coupe. I’ve lined just a few points reported by Kia Stinger homeowners and whereas it appears getting certainly one of these trendy efficiency vehicles is a bit like enjoying Russian roulette, it typically comes right down to how the automotive has been maintained.
I feel it is very important look into such circumstances, so different homeowners could be higher ready in case they arrive throughout related 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 frequent issues.
One proprietor not too long ago posted a video within the Kia Stinger Homeowners Group, with what at first look, looks as if an alarming difficulty. The proprietor explains that the “automotive has oil solely at idle”, however in actuality, he implies that the oil stress gentle 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 gentle exhibits up once more.
Homeowners chime in with varied options as others have skilled related signs, however there is no such thing as a one trigger.
The illumination of the oil stress gentle 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 automotive has oil consumption, to which he replied, “It consumes oil lots to be sincere”. To not be a bringer of unhealthy information, however at the moment, 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 might point out an early(ish) stage of highway and primary bearing failure, different homeowners have reportedly solved the problem by varied means. Listed here are the experiences of different Kia Stinger homeowners who reportedly fastened the problem.
Ken Bruns, who’s keen on his Stinger, shares that the “Oil stress sending unit must be changed. This is the supplier record of components changed. Had the identical difficulty. Gentle on at idle, goes away after 2,000 RPM..then progresses to staying on at larger RPMs. Had mine performed on the supplier final yr at 103k miles. Received 128k miles on it now with out a hiccup. Runs sturdy. No leaks, rattles, or vibration, and the whole lot nonetheless works. Nice day by day driver”. He additionally offered a components record with the whole lot the dealership modified (see picture beneath).
Mark Owens Jr. says, “Precisely the identical occurred to my Stinger. After 11 weeks of prognosis, I used to be advised it wanted an engine substitute. 4 months later, I nonetheless have not bought the automotive again. Fortunately, Kia agreed to cowl it out of guarantee (simply expired by eight weeks).”
Joseph Russel says, “Oil stress sensor. Not an affordable repair due to the place it is positioned.”
Mark Armstrong says, “Oil stress sensor, changed mine just a few 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 called the oil stress sensor), which screens 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 exhibits up, it might imply a defective sensor or that your oil is simply too low.
If the sensor fails, it might 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 critical points.
At the 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) might point out one thing extra critical. I’m at the moment talking with the proprietor, so we will higher decide the actual trigger, in case it seems to be one thing extra critical than the oil stress sensor.
Regardless of all that, the Kia Stinger continues to supply distinctive worth for cash. A classy day by day driver that may additionally double as a efficiency automotive is tough to seek out for an affordable worth. Regardless of some homeowners reporting a wide range of points, they’re pleased with their Stinger, and having examined one some years again, I can perceive why. What’s your tackle the Kia Stinger? When you 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 automobiles. Japanese manufacturers like Toyota and Nissan are closest to his coronary heart, though efficiency vehicles typically are his favourite section, which is why he’s consistently looking out for the perfect offers in the marketplace. Dimitar Angelov’s automotive ardour and knack for the written phrase led him to finish a Grasp of Arts in Media and Communications, and basic automotive restoration. Dim is blissful to get behind the wheel of any automotive and share his impressions. You may comply with Dimitar on X, Linked-in, Instagram, and Fb.
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