2025 Hyundai Kona problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2025 Hyundai Kona is among the quieter years of the Kona on NHTSA's books: 45 complaints (60% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (9), other (5), and transmission (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
45
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
3
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
4
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2025 compare to other Kona years?
What are the most common 2025 Hyundai Kona problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 20% | ▼ down |
| Other | 5 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 5 | 11% | — flat |
| Transmission | 5 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Lighting | 3 | 7% | — flat |
| Brakes | 3 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 3 | 7% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 2 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“This is second time all electrical has gone dead in the car. First time I took car in for an update and now something is still draining the battery. I have read multiple posts online of this issue. The car has less than 5000 mile on it”
“While slowing down from highway speed during hot weather, the front passenger door suddenly became unlatched and partially opened. A warning alert sounded, and I had to pull the door closed. There were no prior warnings or symptoms, and the dealer has not been able to reproduce the issue.”
“Power train the engine roars up and drops jarring you back and forth second car within a yr first blew up brand new both and Hyundia and dealership blew me off”
“I was driving down my street (one way) at 20mph when all of a sudden, the car veered to the left and smashed into a dumpster that was parked on the street. I had driven down my block several times during the day and was aware of the dumpster. I am convinced that the lane assist malfunctioned and…”
“A week after I got my 2025 Hyundai Kona Limited, while trying to have the moonroof when headed into the highway since it gets too noisy if left open, the glass will touch the guard and then back away and remain fully open. However, the issue becomes more serious when it starts to rain or snow as it…”
2025 Hyundai Kona — common questions
Is the 2025 Hyundai Kona reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 45 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Kona year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2025 Kona problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (9 complaints), other (5 complaints), transmission (5 complaints).
Does the 2025 Hyundai Kona have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2025 Hyundai Kona.
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 2025 Hyundai Kona?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 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.