Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2024 Hyundai Kona recalls
Seat belts: rear/other, buckle assembly
NHTSA campaign 26V452000 · reported July 14, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · 47,787 vehicles potentially affected
- The 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.
- The risk
- 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. 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.
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
NHTSA campaign 24V308000 · reported May 1, 2024 · Hyundai Motor America · 13,511 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- The risk
- 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery, cables
NHTSA campaign 23V901000 · reported December 26, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · 10,984 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
- The risk
- 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.
Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
NHTSA campaign 23V650000 · reported September 22, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America · 2,354 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. 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."
- The risk
- 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 250.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 20, 2026 · Service brakes
I purchased a new 2024 Hyundai Kona in September 2023 and followed its scheduled maintenance program. By August 12, 2026, I had noticed mild, intermittent excessive brake-pedal travel, especially at low speeds. I reported it to the dealer that day; September 14 was their earliest available appointment. By September…
Sep 27, 2026 · Unknown or other
sitting at a light, pressing the accelerator, the engine remaining on but the vehicle not accelerating.
Sep 17, 2026 · Steering
See attached document for complaint.
Sep 3, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance
This mainly concerns the forward collision detection sensor, if that’s even what it’s actually called. My vehicle is available for testing and inspection. I was driving on an interstate, with my adaptive cruise control set to 75 mph. I was in the left of 3 lanes when got to a curve that went to the right. As I came to…
Aug 27, 2026 · Unknown or other
Consider taking a coffee break distracts driver. This issue warrants immediate consideration for a recall. Anytime I drive, this warning keeps going off shortly after going on a windy or pothole filled road (all of PA). Despite driving safely and normally, the problem persists. This occurs regardless of the time of…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.