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The Kia Stinger is likely one of the most divisive automobiles 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 considered one of these trendy efficiency automobiles is a bit like enjoying Russian roulette, it typically comes right down to how the automobile has been maintained.
I feel it is very important look into such circumstances, so different homeowners might 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 automobiles age, we begin getting a clearer image of the mannequin’s widespread issues.
One proprietor not too long ago posted a video within the Kia Stinger Homeowners Group, with what at first look, looks like an alarming difficulty. The proprietor explains that the “automobile has oil solely at idle”, however in actuality, he signifies that the oil strain 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 strain gentle reveals up once more.
Homeowners chime in with numerous options as others have skilled related signs, however there is no such thing as a one trigger.
The illumination of the oil strain gentle typically foreshadows costly repairs, however not all the time. Nonetheless, it’s an alarming incidence, and it appears completely different Kia Stinger homeowners level to completely 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 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 strain.
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Whereas such signs might point out an early(ish) stage of street and most important bearing failure, different homeowners have reportedly solved the problem via numerous 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 strain sending unit must be changed. This is the vendor record of components changed. Had the identical difficulty. Mild on at idle, goes away after 2,000 RPM..then progresses to staying on at increased RPMs. Had mine achieved on the vendor final yr at 103k miles. Bought 128k miles on it now and not using a hiccup. Runs robust. No leaks, rattles, or vibration, and all the things nonetheless works. Nice each day driver”. He additionally supplied a components record with all the things the dealership modified (see picture under).
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 bought the automobile again. Fortunately, Kia agreed to cowl it out of guarantee (simply expired by eight weeks).”
Joseph Russel says, “Oil strain sensor. Not an affordable repair due to the place it is situated.”
Mark Armstrong says, “Oil strain sensor, changed mine a couple of weeks in the past myself, value $240 in components.”
Vincent Huneaut says, “Oil strain sensor or Oil pump. For me, it was each.”
Most homeowners appear to level to the oil strain sending unit (also called the oil strain sensor), which screens oil strain and sends information to the ECU, and in flip to your dashboard if want be. If the oil strain is low, the “oil can” image will illuminate in your instrument cluster. If the sunshine reveals up, it might imply a defective sensor or that your oil is just 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. Word that the failure of the oil strain sender unit can masks different, extra severe 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) could point out one thing extra severe. I’m at the moment 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 strain sensor.
Regardless of all that, the Kia Stinger continues to offer distinctive worth for cash. A classy each day driver that may additionally double as a efficiency automobile is tough to search out for an affordable value. 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? In case you personal one, have you ever skilled points? Share your ideas within the remark part under.
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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 automobiles typically are his favourite section, which is why he’s always looking out for the very 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 traditional automobile restoration. Dim is blissful to get behind the wheel of any automobile and share his impressions. You’ll be able to comply with Dimitar on X, Linked-in, Instagram, and Fb.
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