2024 Hyundai Kona recalls and problems
The 2024 Hyundai Kona has 4 safety recalls and 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2024 Hyundai Kona vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2024 Hyundai Kona recalls
Recall 26V-452: Seat Belts
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.
Risk: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Recall 24V-308: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 23V-901: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 23V-650: Seat Belts
Problem: 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."
Risk: A seat belt that does not function properly may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
2024 Hyundai Kona problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 | |
| Engine | 9 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 | |
| Steering | 7 | |
| Service Brakes | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Electrical System › Adas — 1
- Electrical System › Adas › Driver Monitoring › Alarm — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 13,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2024 Hyundai Kona complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Hyundai Kona years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2024 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2024 Hyundai Kona: 26V-452 (seat belts), 24V-308 (engine and engine cooling), 23V-901 (electrical system), 23V-650 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Hyundai Kona?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (33 reports), followed by engine (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 13,000 miles.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.