Hyundai Kona Electric Lemon Law Claims

Safety recall

Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Power Assist: Electric: Control Module: Software

NHTSA 20V748000 · Reported 2020-12-01 · Manufacturer campaign 199

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.”

Safety recall

Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery: Thermal Management: Fluid/Coolant

NHTSA 22V941000 · Reported 2022-12-16 · Manufacturer campaign 239

The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.”

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2021-04-18 through 2025-08-29

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), charging or battery concerns (4), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2021-08-31 through 2026-02-22

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (6), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2022-01-27 through 2025-06-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2021-08-31 through 2025-04-28

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (3), starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2021-10-27 through 2025-06-26

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2022-06-12 through 2025-06-25

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2022-12-15

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2025-06-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2026-02-22

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Service information · 12 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2020-12-21 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to software or module updates (7), charging or battery concerns (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 6 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2021-03-16 through 2026-05-16

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (2), software or module updates (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2022-10-21 through 2023-10-17

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), software or module updates (4), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2021-10-01 through 2022-06-03

The text includes references to noise or vibration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2023-06-08 through 2025-09-23

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2020-11-19 through 2022-07-14

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Brakes and stability control

Communication dates: 2020-11-30 through 2021-03-23

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2023-01-30 through 2024-02-14

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2026-08-13 through 2026-08-17

The text includes references to software or module updates (2), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2023-04-24

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Pedestrian alert sounds

DP22005 · Opened 2023-01-27 · Closed 2023-08-07

The 2021 Kona Electric is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under …”

Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2021-10-24 through 2025-08-21

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (10), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2023-07-10 through 2025-06-19

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (2), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2022-06-09 through 2026-09-21

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2021-12-29 through 2022-12-22

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2023-07-10 through 2024-12-15

The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2025-08-21

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Service information · 13 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2023-07-17 through 2026-08-14

The text includes references to software or module updates (10), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2023-06-08 through 2023-10-17

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), software or module updates (4), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Steering

Communication dates: 2021-10-01 through 2022-06-03

The text includes references to noise or vibration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2026-04-18 through 2026-05-16

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2026-08-13 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to software or module updates (3), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2023-01-30 through 2024-02-14

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2023-10-13 through 2025-09-23

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Suspension, wheels, and tires

Communication dates: 2022-07-14

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2023-04-24

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Agency record · Closed

Pedestrian alert sounds

DP22005 · Opened 2023-01-27 · Closed 2023-08-07

The 2022 Kona Electric is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.

Agency summary excerpt: “NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under …”

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

The indexed entry does not supply the principal star-rating values shown in this review. An equipment listing is not a crash-test rating.

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric, SUV · FWD

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2023-06-22 through 2025-02-10

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Brakes and stability control

Received: 2023-03-16

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Fuel and propulsion

Received: 2023-07-27

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2023-10-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2023-10-06

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Service information · 17 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2023-07-17 through 2026-09-09

The text includes references to software or module updates (14), charging or battery concerns (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 4 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2023-08-29 through 2023-10-17

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), software or module updates (4), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Equipment and other reported systems

Communication dates: 2026-04-18 through 2026-05-16

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Body and closures

Communication dates: 2023-04-24 through 2024-05-13

The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Engine and cooling

Communication dates: 2023-10-13

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2024-02-14

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-11-06

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · FWD

Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric, SUV · FWD

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Rear/Other: Buckle Assembly

NHTSA 26V452000 · Reported 2026-07-14 · Manufacturer campaign 306

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.”

Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2024-10-08 through 2025-08-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (2), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Received: 2024-07-24 through 2025-03-07

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Equipment and other reported systems

Received: 2024-07-21 through 2024-11-30

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports

Lighting and signals

Received: 2024-10-08 through 2025-08-28

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.

Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports

Transmission and driveline

Received: 2024-10-28 through 2025-08-05

The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Engine and cooling

Received: 2024-07-24

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Steering

Received: 2025-01-24

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Airbags, belts, and seating

Received: 2025-07-31

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.

Service information · 10 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2024-09-18 through 2026-05-27

The text includes references to software or module updates (6), charging or battery concerns (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-08-08 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to software or module updates (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Visibility, cameras, and driver assistance

Communication dates: 2024-02-14

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Fuel and propulsion

Communication dates: 2024-10-22

The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Transmission and driveline

Communication dates: 2025-07-08

The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · RWD

The indexed entry does not supply the principal star-rating values shown in this review. An equipment listing is not a crash-test rating.

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, SUV · RWD

Safety recall

Seat Belts: Rear/Other: Buckle Assembly

NHTSA 26V452000 · Reported 2026-07-14 · Manufacturer campaign 306

The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Hyundai Motor America.

Reported condition: “The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.”

Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports

Electrical systems and software

Received: 2025-08-01

The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.

Service information · 5 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2025-04-04 through 2026-05-27

The text includes references to software or module updates (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 3 distinct communications

Lighting and signals

Communication dates: 2025-08-08 through 2026-02-25

The text includes references to software or module updates (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

NHTSA safety-data entry

SUV · RWD

The indexed entry does not supply the principal star-rating values shown in this review. An equipment listing is not a crash-test rating.

These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.

NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, SUV · RWD

Service information · 2 distinct communications

Airbags, belts, and seating

Communication dates: 2026-04-10

The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.

Service information · 1 distinct communications

Electrical systems and software

Communication dates: 2026-04-08

This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.