Hyundai Kona
NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data
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While driving under normal conditions, the vehicle’s dual-clutch transmission (DCT) failed to engage properly, causing a sudden and unexpected loss of...
many times a year, without warning, vehicle dash lights turn off and light up like a christmas tree, followed by fca warning sound and lights going of...
The timing system was repaired in February 2025. After similar symptoms of vehicle stalling, the check engine light came on Found a software update t...
The engine on my 2020 Hyundai Kona failed suddenly while driving, causing complete loss of power. There were no warning lights until after the failure...
the headlights in this model Kona keep burning out after 9 months or so. I have replaced them multiple times in the last 5 years on both left and rig...
Vehicle suddenly began shutting off upon braking and/or acceleration at any speed, idling very hard, and/or barely starting or dying immediately after...
The vehicle has ~51K miles. It has been maintained according to the manufacturer's recommended repair schedule. At low speeds (<10 mph) or when coming...
The engine shut down when the car stops at a red light or stop sign. There are metal shavings in the oil due to issues with the pistons.
Car keeps stalling no matter what speed you're driving. Took the car to NTB and they said nothing is wrong with it. It continues to happen even in bus...
My vehicle has a very rough idle-vibrating at idle or stopped and not shifting properly-gear slipping. There is sluggish acceleration or jerking and...
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Summary
The 2020 Hyundai Kona has 137 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Engine. 7 crash-related incidents have been reported.