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Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
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2026 Hyundai VenueRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints for the 2026 Hyundai Venue. Most complaints involve exterior lighting (1) and service brakes (1). The EPA rates it 31 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Combined MPG
31mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Oct 2026
Owner complaints
2
Top: exterior lighting
Fuel cost / yr
$2,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
2 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2026 – Sep 2026
- Exterior lighting1
- Service brakes1
- Forward collision avoidance1
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 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Exterior lighting
1 report
“This is a brand new car with 35 miles on it. It was purchased in the daytime. This part is important because the first time I drove it at night the headlights barely illuminate the road. I mean a 65 VW BUG with a 6 volt system had better headlights. The dealer knew this about the cars and refuses to do anything about it”
Service brakes
1 report1 crash
“Brakes failed and daughter rear ended car in front of her.”
Forward collision avoidance
1 report1 crash
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
1 version rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 1.6L 4-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (AV-S1)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
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 9, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 33 | 31 | $2,000 | 291 |
- 31mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
1 tested variant
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5HYUNDAI VENUE 5HB N/A FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 14.3%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 21163
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.
2026 Venue questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Venue have?
1 safety recall as of Nov 9, 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 2026 Hyundai Venue problems?
Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are exterior lighting (1), service brakes (1), forward collision avoidance (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2026 Hyundai Venue get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Hyundai Venue at 31 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).
How safe is the 2026 Hyundai Venue?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Hyundai Venue 4 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026