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2024 Hyundai Kona problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2024 Hyundai Kona is among the quieter years of the Kona on NHTSA's books: 69 complaints (38% below the model's median year), 3 recalls, and no open investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 42% of all reports (29 of 69), far ahead of engine at 7. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

69

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Kona years?

Kona NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted241 complaints2018: 112 complaints2019: 241 complaints2020: 191 complaints2021: 145 complaints2022: 139 complaints2023: 97 complaints2024: 69 complaints2025: 45 complaints2026: 9 complaints
Kona NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Kona problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System2942%
Engine710%
Driver Assistance69%
Brakes69%
Steering46%
Lighting46%
Visibility & Wipers34%
Transmission34%
Other23%
Speed Control11%
Seat Belts11%
Body & Structure11%
Suspension11%
Seats11%

Does the 2024 Hyundai Kona have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V308000EngineMay 1, 2024 · 13,511 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.

23V901000Electrical SystemDecember 26, 2023 · 10,984 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.

23V650000Seat BeltsSeptember 22, 2023 · 2,354 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the right and left rear seats may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupation Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Consequence

A seat belt that does not function properly may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 250.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“the car loss power and shut completely off and ran into the wall with my sister and my child in there on the interstate can I please get help about this matter it could've been worse where i could've lost them forever. I don't want this to happen to nobody else they cars know about these…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 16, 2025 · crash

“The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the engine shut off message displayed. The vehicle was able to restart. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 26, 2024

“the car loss power and shut completely off and ran into the wall with my sister and my child in there on the interstate can I please get help about this matter it could've been worse where i could've lost them forever. I don't want this to happen to nobody else they cars know about these…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 16, 2025 · crash

“My wife was driving and braked on a hill, not in park. The emergency brake auto-engaged while she was in park, then the emergency brake disengaged automatically. The care starts rolling down the hill, the regular brakes fail and do not work after pumping them multiple times. The emergency brake…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 30, 2026

“The dashboard lights, HUD and exterior lights all have been turning off for 4-5 seconds every 6-8 weeks for the last 14-15 months. The brake and accelerometer remain active but because of the situation it presents every time, all that can be done is stray straight and try to look for a safe lane…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · July 19, 2025

2024 Hyundai Kona — common questions

Is the 2024 Hyundai Kona reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 69 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Kona year, with 3 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Kona problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (29 complaints), engine (7 complaints), brakes (6 complaints).

Does the 2024 Hyundai Kona have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Hyundai Kona. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Hyundai Kona years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Kona years to avoid are 2019, 2020. The cleanest record among Kona years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2024 Hyundai Kona?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Hyundai Kona earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.