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Kia Stinger: which year should you buy?

Across the 2018 to 2023 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2022 (95/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2022 95

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202364/100
Unproven

5 complaints · 1 recalls

202295/100
Buybest year

15 complaints · 1 recalls

202164/100
Caution

17 complaints · 5 recalls · ⚠ park-it recall

202064/100
Caution

16 complaints · 6 recalls · ⚠ park-it recall

201964/100
Caution

42 complaints · 3 recalls · ⚠ park-it recall

201864/100
Caution

64 complaints · 4 recalls · ⚠ park-it recall

Zeroing in on the 2022?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2022 Kia Stinger’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2023 Kia Stinger head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Kia Stinger as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.