2020 Hyundai Venue recalls and problems

The 2020 Hyundai Venue has 1 safety recall and 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

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Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Hyundai Venue vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Hyundai Venue recalls

Recall 22V-458: Seat Belts

Reported Jun 27, 2022 · 72,142 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

2020 Hyundai Venue problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	13
Seat Belts	8
Power Train	8
Electrical System	5
Forward Collision Avoidance	4
Steering	3
Exterior Lighting	3
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Engine	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Lane Departure	2
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1

Most reported parts

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
Lane Departure › Assist — 2
Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages — 1
Seat Belts › Front › Warning Light/Devices — 1
Electrical System › Horn — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys — 1
Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,000 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 2020 Hyundai Venue complaints

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

Power Train · reported Aug 6, 2026

I bought this Hyundai Venue because it came with a manual transmission, which I prefer driving, however the transmission has been the biggest issue with this vehicle. It has a tendency to get stuck in reverse, most often when changing gear on a slight incline or decline. This has left me frantically trying to force the transmission out of reverse and into first. It's really scary when this happens in traffic (ex: reversing out of a parallel park). Sometimes you have to "rock" the car by reversing further (if you have space), clutching in and jiggling the shifter, but that doesn't always work.…

Electrical System · reported Jan 16, 2026

In a passenger-side front collision at 25mph, no front collision warning was given, and the automatic braking system did not engage. Fire broke out inside the vehicle next to the floorboard beside the front passenger seat (bottom of B-post) almost immediately upon impact. Upon inspection of the vehicle on 1/16, I believe the wiring that powers the passenger side airbags shorted (see photos), resulting in a fire which quickly engulfed the interior of the vehicle. Investigation, police report, and insurance still pending.

Structure · reported Jan 7, 2026

The trunk handle and latch malfunctioned, due to "internal part failure" (cited by dealership diagnostic). Each time I locked or unlocked my car, the trunk latch would repeatedly make noise as if trying to unlock/lock but it was jammed. After multiple click noises, the trunk would then sporadically pop open while driving, causing me to have to pull over and force it shut again. This created a safety concern as it would pop open while driving. There was no consistency on when this would happen either, making it unsafe to drive not knowing if it would suddenly pop. I brought it to the local…

Seat Belts · reported Jul 4, 2025

I have two serious complaints about this vehicle. I am 5 ft 2 in tall. The seatbelt consistently slides across my neck causing distraction while driving. One would think that manufacturers would have figured this out by now. Almost all vehicles do this to anyone under 5ft 3in tall. Canât tell me that when they add expensive sensors the seatbelt adjustment would be all that expensive to fix. Also- I have three grandchildren two in car seats one rear facing. It is not safe for me to travel with all three in the backseat. If Iâm sideswiped the older child will have broken hips there is simply…

Power Train · reported May 21, 2025

I've owned this car since October 26, 2022. I noticed that my gas pedal is spongy and doesn't want to go or after I've stopped for a stop sign or a light. It was only happening every so often when I first got it but now it's happening at least once a week. My local CarX, whom I've been taking my vehicles to since 2013 and have a great relationship with, has looked at everything and can't find a cause. They told me to file a complaint to see if a recall is in the works for this transmission.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai Venue have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Hyundai Venue: 22V-458 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Hyundai Venue?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (13 reports), followed by seat belts (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,000 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.