2020 Model Year

Hyundai Kona

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

Compare
Complaints
137
Recalls
1
Crashes
7
Severe
15

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

20V022000 Jan 2020

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Power Train
May 2026

While driving under normal conditions, the vehicle’s dual-clutch transmission (DCT) failed to engage properly, causing a sudden and unexpected loss of...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Mar 2026

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...

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 2025

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...

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Dec 2025

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...

Electrical System
Nov 2025

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...

Engine
Oct 2025

Vehicle suddenly began shutting off upon braking and/or acceleration at any speed, idling very hard, and/or barely starting or dying immediately after...

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Oct 2025

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...

Engine
Oct 2025

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.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2025

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...

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Oct 2025

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...

VS

Vehicle Safety Research Team

Automotive Data Analysts

Independent researchers analyzing NHTSA data to help consumers make informed vehicle decisions.

Data updated: March 4, 2026

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.

Complaint Trend