Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V754000 Reported October 25, 2018

Wiring harness may be damaged by fender

Kia America, Inc. · Electrical System · 16,011 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V754000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC170
Manufacturer
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
16,011
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 25, 2018
Completion Rate
88.38

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2018 kia stinger vehicles. the front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel.

Safety Consequence

The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. if no damage is found, a cover will be installed. if damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. the recall began december 20, 2018. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall sc170.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18V754000 or campaign SC170.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V754000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 18V754000?

NHTSA recall 18V754000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on October 25, 2018. It addresses: Wiring harness may be damaged by fender. The recall affects approximately 16,011 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V754000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC170. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.