Seat belts: rear
Free remedy
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Kona Electric and 2024-2026 Kona vehicles. The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.
Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD · 2 NHTSA variants
2024 Hyundai KonaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 68 owner complaints for the 2024 Hyundai Kona. Most complaints involve electrical system (41) and engine (10). The EPA rates it 26–118 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Combined MPG
26–118mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Jul 2026
Owner complaints
68
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$650est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Engine and engine cooling: gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Free remedy
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Electrical system: 12v
Free remedy
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
68 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2023 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system41
- Engine10
- Steering8
- Forward collision avoidance8
- Service brakes7
- Exterior lighting7
- Power train5
- Lane departure2
- Vehicle speed control2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
41 reports2 crashes
“I was driving the speed control panel completely gets blackout for a few second and come back ( dash board ) it happened five times so far and the car is 37,000 MI”
Engine
10 reports
“The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message to “Turn off Engine and Restart Engine” was displayed and the engine seized. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving on a busy highway. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle started. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that four months later the failure reoccurred. The failure became a persistent failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 11,000.”
Steering
8 reports3 crashes
“The contact leased a 2024 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the steering wheel independently turned from the left to the right, and the contact lost control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact experienced temporary left wrist pain but had not sought medical attention. The contact regained control of the vehicle and stopped the vehicle; however, the failure reoccurred a week later while reversing out of a parking space. During the failures, there were no other vehicles or objects nearby. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, but the service department was unable to duplicate the failure. The dealer claimed that the vehicle was safe to drive but refused to provide it in writing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
8 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- Electric motor · 2.0L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (A1) · Automatic (AV-S1) · Automatic (S8)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Electricity · Regular Gasoline
- EV range
- 261 mi (EPA)
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric Standard Range Auto (A1) · Front-Wheel Drive | 131 | 105 | 118 | $650 | — |
| Kona Electric Long Range Auto (A1) · Front-Wheel Drive | 129 | 103 | 116 | $650 | — |
| Kona FWD Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,000 | 288 |
| Kona FWD Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 34 | 31 | $2,000 | 284 |
| Kona AWD Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start · All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 29 | 28 | $2,200 | 319 |
| Kona FWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,200 | 312 |
| Kona AWD Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 29 | 27 | $2,300 | 323 |
| Kona AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI · All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,400 | 337 |
- 118mpg comb.
- 116mpg comb.
- 31mpg comb.
- 31mpg comb.
- 28mpg comb.
- 28mpg comb.
- 27mpg comb.
- 26mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
3 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5Hyundai Kona SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 15.9%
Overall
4 / 5
Hyundai Kona SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 15.1%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 19537Vehicle 19536Vehicle 19538
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2024 Kona questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Hyundai Kona have?
4 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Kona problems?
Owners filed 68 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (41), engine (10), steering (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2024 Hyundai Kona get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Hyundai Kona at 26–118 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).
How safe is the 2024 Hyundai Kona?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Hyundai Kona 4 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026