KIA STINGER 2021: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V560000

Make Model Year
KIA STINGER 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-10-29 2020-09-16 2020-09-16

Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC198

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 635

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Kia Motors America "Kia" is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.

Consequence

Insufficient fuel supply to the engine can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump and replace the jet nozzle housing assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC198.

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.safercar.gov.