2020 Hyundai Kona recalls

2 safety recalls, 162 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
162Complaints
11Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2020 Hyundai Kona recall list

Engine recall

21V-301
April 28, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Safety risk
A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

Equipment recall

20V-022
January 17, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles. The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, "Certification" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Safety risk
An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 187.

2020 Hyundai Kona owner complaints

162 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 3 fires, 12 injuries and 1 death.

Problems by component

Engine109
Power Train20
Unknown or Other17
Electrical System11
Vehicle Speed Control7
Steering7
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Engine and Engine Cooling4
Service Brakes3

Recent complaints

October 22, 2026Engine

My 2020 Kona 2.OL failed an oil test losing 2.5 quarts in 960 miles, stalled on the highway, and blows oil out the tailpipe. Hyundai (Case #43141313) is denying repair coverage because my VIN was excluded from Recall 21V301000. This recall needs to be expanded to include my VIN.

October 13, 2026Engine

The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle hesitated, and there was white smoke coming from the exhaust. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the contact was advised to take the vehicle to a dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,976.

September 29, 2026Engine

COMPONENT THAT FAILED: The engine short block piston rings (related to NHTSA recall 203) failed, causing severe cylinder wall scoring. The vehicle is currently located at an authorized Hyundai dealership and is available for manufacturer or NHTSA inspection. SAFETY RISK; The defective piston rings caused severe internal oil consumption, resulting in hydraulic oil starvation. This creates a high risk of sudden engine stalling, catastrophic engine seizure, and complete loss of motive power while driving in traffic. CONFIRMATION AND INSPECTION: Yes, the defect has been confirmed. The current Hyundai dealership performed a boroscope inspection, which physically confirmed severe vertical metal sc

September 27, 2026Engine

I was fortunate to check my daughter's oil and noticed that it was almost empty. I alerted the dealer because I recently got an oil change and thought there was a leak, but no oil was on the driveway. The dealer performed an oil consumption test. They said it was 1 quart per 1,000 miles and this is acceptable. There are other models that are on the recall list, but mine is not. The dealer and Hyundai said that they will not pay for repairs because it is out of warranty. The bigger issue here is that Hyundai is aware of this issue (oil burning fast in these vehicles) and they are not warning owners to check their oil. This is a cute car and it is driven by college age girls who do not think a

September 9, 2026Engine

The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Kona. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine); however, the dealer was unable to perform the recall repair because the vehicle had not experienced a failure associated with the recall and there were no fault codes displayed or retrieved associated with the recall. However, an independent mechanic recommended that the engine be replaced. The contact provided the dealer with the fault codes and the failures that the independent mechanic had found; however, the dealer was unable to retrieve the same fault codes. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The manufacturer was n

2020 Hyundai Kona crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2020 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2020 Hyundai Kona: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 13.6%.

2020 Hyundai Kona recall FAQ

Does the 2020 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Kona. The most recent, filed April 28, 2021, concerns the engine.

What are the most common 2020 Hyundai Kona problems?

Owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is engine (109 reports), followed by power train.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Kona safe?

The 2020 Hyundai Kona earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2020 Hyundai Kona?

Contact any authorized Hyundai dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.