NHTSA & EPA data · updated November 2, 2026

2022 Hyundai Kona recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Kona and 101 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are engine (33), unknown or other (26), electrical system (22). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 29–30 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

The 2022 ranks #6 of 9 Kona model years for fewest complaints (2018–2026), with more complaints than the average year (93). It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 1.4 per model year.

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Recalls 0

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2022 Hyundai Kona. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Kona.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Engine33
Unknown or other26
Electrical system22
Power train18
Forward collision avoidance16
Vehicle speed control10
Service brakes9
Lane departure3

By the numbers

101owner complaints filed
3involved a crash
0involved a fire
1injuries reported

Recent owner reports

10/12/2026 · Lane departure,forward collision avoidance

The vehicle is a 2022 Hyundai Kona N Line, VIN [XXX]. The driver-assistance/safety systems have intermittently malfunctioned. The reported problems include false forward-collision warnings, unintended automatic emergency braking when there is no apparent obstacle or collision threat, false blind-spot/side warnings, and unwanted steering intervention from the lane-assist system…

10/01/2026 · Power train,vehicle speed control

I purchased this 2022 Hyundai Kona used in May 2025 with approximately 55,000 miles. Within about one to two months of purchase, in June 2025, the transmission began to malfunction. When I pressed the accelerator, the speedometer and engine speed would climb but the vehicle would not accelerate, resulting in a sudden loss of acceleration while driving. This happened in traffic…

09/29/2026 · Forward collision avoidance

Today, my Kona tried to kill me. I was traveling on a freeway in a construction zone. Road conditions were clear: no fog, precipitation, potholes or obstructions. Traffic slowed down to 30 mph as the rightmost lane becomes an exit only lane (and people exchanged between the middle and right lane). Traffic continued to flow freely around 50 mph in the left lane. I was in the m…

Safety ratings

2022 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

2022 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2022 Hyundai Kona.

Kona AWD

Auto (AM-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.6 L · Turbo

27city
32hwy
29combined

Regular

Kona AWD

Auto (AV-S1) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L

28city
33hwy
30combined

Regular

Kona Electric

Auto (A1)

132city
108hwy
120combined

Electricity

Other model years

Compare every Hyundai Kona year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Kona have?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Kona. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Kona?

Based on 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are engine (33), unknown or other (26), electrical system (22).

Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona safe?

The 2022 Hyundai Kona earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2022 a good year for the Hyundai Kona?

The 2022 ranks #6 of 9 Kona model years for fewest complaints (2018–2026), with more complaints than the average year (93). It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 1.4 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2022 Hyundai Kona get?

EPA ratings for the 2022 Hyundai Kona range from 29 to 30 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: KONA, Kona.

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