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2020 Kia Stinger — rear end still feels floaty after new shocks

NoMarkupFanCommunity StarterOct 12, 20252020 Kia Stinger GT2California
Shocks were replaced and there are no obvious loose parts, but the rear still feels vague over highway undulations. What alignment, bushing, tire or installation issues could mimic worn dampers? I am in California.
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CityMilesCommunity StarterCommunity StarterOct 12, 2025permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2020 Kia Stinger owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
BrakeScout100Community StarterCommunity StarterOct 13, 2025permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2020 Kia Stinger, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Do that first. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
CityMilesCommunity StarterCommunity StarterOct 13, 2025permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2020 Kia Stinger, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
BrakeScout100Community StarterCommunity StarterOct 13, 2025permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2020 Kia Stinger in California, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “rear end still feels floaty after new,” that was the fork that mattered for me. That's the whole play. This is the filter I use when the thread starts repeating itself. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
QuietLearner245Community StarterCommunity StarterOct 13, 2025permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2020 Kia Stinger before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. Was this after sitting overnight? Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. I'll update if anything new shows up.
RoadTripDetailerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterOct 13, 2025permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2020 Kia Stinger owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2020 Kia Stinger in California. Run the total, not the monthly, before you commit. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
HighwayWrench230Community StarterCommunity StarterOct 13, 2025permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2020 Kia Stinger, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2020 Kia Stinger in California. Run the total, not the monthly, before you commit. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
BrakeDad759Community StarterCommunity StarterOct 14, 2025permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2020 Kia Stinger in California, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “rear end still feels floaty after new,” that was the fork that mattered for me. When does it actually happen? Wrote this up on my lunch break.
BrakeDad759Community StarterCommunity StarterOct 15, 2025permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2020 Kia Stinger before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. Was this after sitting overnight? Doing the boring step first on purpose.
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