2025 Hyundai Kona: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Hyundai Kona: 1 recall, 28 owner complaints and up to 31 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
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, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (6): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2025 Hyundai Kona has 28 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 9 Kona model years for complaints (well below the 89 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (14 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 5,399 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (52 complaints, 4 recalls), 2026 (10 complaints, 3 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 |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 29 | 28 | 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 | 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 2025 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2025 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 2025 Hyundai Kona problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (9), other / unknown (6), transmission & drivetrain (4).
What gas mileage does the 2025 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 2025 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.