2022 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls and problems
No recalls and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric.
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2022 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
We took this car in to the dealer to implement the "BMS Battery Logic Improve (26-01-065H)" update on 9/17/26. We have had two issues that appear to be software related and might be caused by improper voltage from the 12 volt battery. The issues are: - Warning messages appeared "Check forward safety system" and "Smart…
While driving my 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric at a low speed, pulling into a parking space, the electronic braking system suffered an immediate, catastrophic failure. Upon pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle completely failed to provide power brake assistance or slow down, resulting in a low-speed collision. The…
I found a lot of debris of metals contaminated in the gear reduction oil when I changed my gear reduction oil. I had a Vortex oil lug nut, which it sucks all of the metal debris in. I have pictures of that as a proof. I think this is a design flaw that Hyundai should recall, but they didn’t. Now it caused a clicking…
1. Component or System Failed or Malfunctioned: The primary component that has consistently failed or malfunctioned is the air conditioning (AC) system. The AC unit does not adequately cool the vehicle's cabin, especially in hot weather. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request; it has been previously…
Message: "check/refill coolant light has intermittently come on for past two days. I checked coolant and it is lower than "max" but higher than "min". Also, why is this website saying 0 unaddressed recalls on my car? There are recalls that were not done on my car. Message: "0 Unrepaired Recalls associated with this…
Kona Electric model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | 54 | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 | 3 | 27 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 27 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2019 Kona Electric has the most complaints (54). All Hyundai Kona Electric years →
Questions
- Does the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric?
- Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (15 complaints), followed by unknown or other (5).
- How many 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 2 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 16, 2026.