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SeatsPart report

2018 Kia Stinger Seats Problems

Complaints
1about this part
Share
1%of 71 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the seats of the 2018 Kia Stinger, 1% of the 71 complaints for this model year.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? •The malfunctioning components are the car seats. Specifically, both the driver and passenger seats do not go back up after reclining. Yes, these seats are available for inspection upon request. 2.How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? •The safety of the driver and passengers was compromised because the driver seat could not be adjusted back to a safe and upright position, which is crucial for maintaining proper control of the vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #11600495, filed 2024-07

Seats: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201811%

Other parts of the 2018 Kia Stinger

Engine
24 complaints
Fuel system
16 complaints
Electrical system
11 complaints
Brakes
9 complaints
Exterior lighting
7 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
7 complaints
Other or unknown
5 complaints
Engine cooling
4 complaints
Steering
3 complaints
Body and structure
3 complaints
Vehicle speed control
3 complaints
Lane departure
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2018 Kia Stinger

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology