2025 Hyundai Kona recalls and problems

The 2025 Hyundai Kona has 1 safety recall and 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Hyundai Kona vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Hyundai Kona recalls

Recall 26V-452: Seat Belts

Reported Jul 14, 2026 · 47,787 vehicles affected · 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.

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.

2025 Hyundai Kona problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	9
Unknown or Other	6
Power Train	5
Forward Collision Avoidance	5
Service Brakes	4
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Structure	3
Exterior Lighting	2
Air Bags	2
Seats	2
Engine	2
Suspension	2

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 3
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
Lane Departure › Assist — 1
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,798 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2025 Hyundai Kona complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seats · reported Nov 3, 2026

New 2025 Hyundai Kona purchased in Aug 2025. After driving long distances, about 75 miles - 400 miles, I would experience left shoulder discomfort & constant pain in upper left arm. The bolsters of driver seat protrude & the driver needs to hunch forward. Also, the head rests do not pivot forward or back, leaving body position hunched forward as well as head & neck pushed forward. At times, I would have to hold the left assist grab bar with my left hand to avoid resting my left upper arm against the bolster in order to mitigate the pain somewhat. After 2-3 months, I made appointment with…

Vehicle Speed Control · reported Jul 24, 2026

The dash will completely go black except for red words *no signal.* and all warnings are no longer visible, I cannot tell what speed Iâm going, or what percentage battery my car is at. I donât 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.

Service Brakes · reported Jul 19, 2026

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…

Power Train · reported Jun 21, 2026

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

Service Brakes · reported Jun 11, 2026

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…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Hyundai Kona: 26V-452 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Hyundai Kona?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (9 reports), followed by unknown or other (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,798 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.