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2022 Hyundai Venue problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2022 Hyundai Venue sits mid-pack among Venue years: 33 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 33, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

Seat Belts leads the complaint categories with 9 reports (27% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

33

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Venue years?

Venue NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted59 complaints2020: 59 complaints2021: 46 complaints2022: 33 complaints2023: 39 complaints2024: 32 complaints2025: 6 complaints2026: 2 complaints
Venue NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Venue problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Seat Belts927%
Electrical System721%
Steering515%
Brakes26%
Other26%
Body & Structure13%
Suspension13%
Airbags13%
Visibility & Wipers13%
Fuel System13%
Latches & Locks13%
Lighting13%
Speed Control13%

Does the 2022 Hyundai Venue have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V458000Seat BeltsJune 27, 2022 · 72,142 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Venue vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

Consequence

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 231. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 21V-796 for Venue vehicles. Venue vehicles previously repaired under 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Hyundai is not taking action to repair the recall for the pretensioner. It has been 90 days since the recall and I have been unable to get the vehicle fixed because the parts are on national backorder. The dealer has informed me that there is NO ETA for the parts to arrive. The dealer further…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · June 9, 2022

“The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated while exiting a parking spot, she heard an abnormal noise and had to depress the brake pedal forcefully to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her destination…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 1, 2022

“The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would vibrate without warning, causing her to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the service mechanics could not duplicate the failure. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · September 5, 2022 · crash

“The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated while exiting a parking spot, she heard an abnormal noise and had to depress the brake pedal forcefully to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her destination…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 1, 2022

“Twice in the last year (2/23/23 and 1/17/24), the horn has failed and when trying to have the dealer and manufacturer diagnosed the issue, they give me the runaround has been taking it into the dealer. They are unable to replicate the issue. However, they also indicate that it is a known issue with…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 23, 2023

2022 Hyundai Venue — common questions

Is the 2022 Hyundai Venue reliable?

It is close to typical for the Venue: 33 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2022 Venue problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seat belts (9 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints), steering (5 complaints).

Does the 2022 Hyundai Venue have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Hyundai Venue. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Hyundai Venue years should you avoid?

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

How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Venue?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Hyundai Venue 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.