2024 Hyundai Kona: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Hyundai Kona: 4 recalls, 52 owner complaints and up to 31 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #23V650000 · 2023 · 2,354 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: A seat belt that does not function properly May not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V901000 · 2023 · 10,984 vehicles
What's wrong: The 12-volt battery cables May chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
Why it matters: A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.
The fix: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #24V308000 · 2024 · 13,511 vehicles
What's wrong: An electrical short circuit May occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V452000 · 2026 · 47,787 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat May fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.
Why it matters: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (31): the most common themes are electrical failure (14), warning light on (7), stalls / loses power (4).
- Engine (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
- Steering (7): the most common themes are steering problems (4), warning light on (3).
- Brakes (6): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
The 2024 Hyundai Kona has 52 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 9 Kona model years for complaints (well below the 89 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (20 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 12,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (66 complaints, 1 recalls), 2025 (28 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 34 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 29 | 28 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 29 | 27 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 29 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Hyundai Kona. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Kona problems?
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (31), engine (9), steering (7).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Kona get?
EPA ratings run up to 31 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AV-S1)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Hyundai Kona repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.