NHTSA Complaint #11710322 — 2018 KIA STINGER EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11710322
Vehicle	2018 KIA STINGER
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	September 1, 2024
Date Filed	January 12, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AZ

Consumer Description

Around a two years ago the headlight brights failed and have yet to come back. Kia refuses to fix the issue stating normal wear. This is an incredible hazard to safety in night operation of the vehicle. We are told it is due to a motor in the headlight assembly failing. There are many forum post about this issue and the only known fix is to replace both headlight assemblies at a cost of upward of $1800 a piece. This is a failure that should not be taken lightly and all lighting a safety devices should be of the upmost importance.

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