Hyundai Kona recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
9 recalls found for the Hyundai Kona in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 790 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Hyundai Kona | 3 | 9 |
| 2025 Hyundai Kona | 1 | 28 |
| 2024 Hyundai Kona | 4 | 51 |
| 2023 Hyundai Kona | 1 | 65 |
| 2022 Hyundai Kona | 0 | 97 |
| 2021 Hyundai Kona | 1 | 116 |
| 2020 Hyundai Kona | 2 | 158 |
| 2019 Hyundai Kona | 1 | 191 |
| 2018 Hyundai Kona | 0 | 75 |
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Newest Hyundai Kona recalls
- Jul 14, 202626V452000Seat belts47,787 vehiclesHyundai Kona and Kona Electric
The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.
- Feb 5, 202626V069000Steering4,555 vehicles2026 Hyundai Kona
Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Jan 26, 202626V047000Electrical system41,651 vehiclesHyundai Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid and 10 more models
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
- May 1, 202424V308000Engine and engine cooling13,511 vehiclesHyundai Elantra, Kona and 1 more model
An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Dec 26, 202323V901000Electrical system10,984 vehicles2024 Hyundai Kona
The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
- Sep 22, 202323V650000Seat belts2,354 vehicles2024 Hyundai Kona
The seat belt assemblies in the right and left rear seats may not function properly.
- Jul 27, 202323V526000Power train52,109 vehiclesHyundai Palisade, Tucson and 3 more models
The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Park outside until repaired
- Apr 28, 202121V301000Engine158,493 vehiclesHyundai Kona, Veloster and 1 more model
The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
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