2025 Hyundai Kona recalls

1 safety recall, 28 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

1Recalls
28Complaints
2Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2025 Hyundai Kona recall list

Seat Belts recall

26V-452
July 15, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Kona Electric and 2024-2026 Kona vehicles. The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.
Safety risk
A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Passengers are advised not to use the rear center seat until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 306. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 15, 2026.

2025 Hyundai Kona owner complaints

28 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 0 fires, 4 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System9
Unknown or Other6
Service Brakes4
Power Train4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Structure3
Suspension2
Engine2
Air Bags2

Recent complaints

July 24, 2026Vehicle Speed ControlUnknown or OtherForward Collision Avoidance

The dash will completely go black except for red words *no signal.* and all warnings are no longer visible, I cannot tell what speed I’m going, or what percentage battery my car is at. I don’t see visible lane or collision warnings. It is very unsafe and I have been to the dealership twice to try and fix it. The issue returned both times.

July 19, 2026SteeringSuspensionService Brakes1 injury

I purchased a used Hyndai Kona with 26,000 miles April 30 2026. I was told I have the balance of the manufacturer warranty of 5 years or 60,000 miles. I have not driven my car for 73 days because of extreme safety problems the Hyundai Kona. The car is very difficult to steer. The car pulls significantly to the right. One day after I purchased this vehicle the car jumped the curb and my face hit the steering wheel cutting my nose and creating a black eye. There is a lot of play in the steering wheel. When accelerating from a stop the car hesitates to move creating a safety concern. My rear view mirror does not stay in place. The mirror drops down and I cannot see behind me causing a safety co

June 21, 2026Power TrainEngineFuel/Propulsion System

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

June 11, 2026Unknown or OtherService Brakes

Component or System: The brake system, specifically what appears to be a false ABS activation or IEB (Integrated Electronic Brake) system malfunction. The component is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: While braking at speeds between 25-40 mph, typically on dry pavement and more frequently on downhill grades, the brake pedal exhibits a chugging sensation, erratic stopping behavior, and pedal softening consistent with unintended ABS activation or IEB malfunction. This occurs on dry roads where ABS activation is neither warranted nor expected, creating unpredictable braking response and extended stopping distances. The defect has occurred 24 documented times since [XXX], and

May 29, 2026Air BagsCrash

The contact owned a 2025 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed through an intersection, the vehicle collided with another vehicle that was towing a trailer. The contact stated that during the crash, the driver's air bag, located in the steering wheel, deployed; however, the air bag became inoperable and deflated. The contact further stated that smoke emitted from the deployed air bag and entered the passenger compartment of the vehicle. A police report was filed. No injuries were sustained, and no medical treatment was required. The vehicle was towed by the insurance company and was deemed a total loss. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not d

2025 Hyundai Kona crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2025 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2025 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2025 Hyundai Kona: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard & optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 15.9%.

2025 Hyundai Kona recall FAQ

Does the 2025 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2025 Hyundai Kona. The most recent, filed July 15, 2026, concerns the seat belts.

What are the most common 2025 Hyundai Kona problems?

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (9 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Kona safe?

The 2025 Hyundai Kona earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2025 Hyundai Kona?

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