Common Problems with the
2017 Kia Stinger

Flagship Stinger GT-S models are equipped with four-piston Brembo front brake calipers and vented discs. Under spirited driving followed by holding the car stationary on hot pads, uneven friction material transfer occurs across the rotor surfaces. Rather than true mechanical disc warping, this deposit creates thickness variation that induces severe vibration and steering wheel shudder during moderate-to-heavy braking from motorway speeds. Resolving the issue requires skimming the discs or replacing rotors and installing upgraded aftermarket or revised OE brake pads.

The wide rear liftback tailgate on the Stinger is prone to flexing and rattling over uneven road surfaces. The factory rubber bump stops, latch striker plate, and plastic interior trim clips can become misaligned or settle with temperature cycles. Drivers experience an irritating chattering or creaking noise from the rear boot compartment when driving over expansion joints, speed bumps, or rough asphalt. Adjusting the rubber dampers, applying felt insulation tape, or replacing latch striker components is commonly needed to restore cabin quietness.

The panoramic sunroof fitted to many Stingers can develop a noticeable rattle from its frame when driving over rough or rutted roads. The noise comes from the sunroof glass or frame moving against the roof structure, and it is a common enough complaint that quite a few cars have already had it fixed by a dealer. While it is a comfort and refinement issue rather than a safety defect, a persistent rattle can be intrusive on motorway journeys and may point to a poorly aligned sunroof frame that needs adjustment or shimming.