2023 Hyundai Kona recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Hyundai Kona and 66 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (26), unknown or other (19), forward collision avoidance (13). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 29–30 mpg combined, depending on configuration. 1 recall carries a Park It or Park Outside warning.
The 2023 ranks #4 of 9 Kona model years for fewest complaints (2018–2026), with fewer complaints than the average year (93). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 1.4 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2023 Hyundai Kona. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Power train · automatic transmission · fluid/lubricant · pump
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
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
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The horn on my 2023 Hyundai Kona has failed for the THIRD time. This is a dangerous situation. The time before this I barely avoided an accident when a pickup truck was accelerating very fast in reverse from a driveway and didn't see me. Luckily no one was in the oncoming traffic lane and I was able to accelerate into that lane and avoid an accident. But I could not warn him,…
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving 64 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power with reduced acceleration. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the valve and boost solenoid needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The m…
I was in a rotary and there were two lanes and they both exited to a bridge. I was on the outside lane of the rotary and when exiting the rotary the car from the inside cut me off and I was unable to alert the driver because me HORN wasn't working. I blew out 2 tires hitting a curb and needed to be towed.State police arrived on the other side of the bridge. My HORN has been rep…
Safety ratings
2023 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD
2023 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Kona AWD
Auto (AM-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.6 L · Turbo
Regular
Kona AWD
Auto (AV-S1) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Kona Electric
Auto (A1)
Electricity
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Kona have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Hyundai Kona, most recently for power train · automatic transmission · fluid/lubricant · pump (07/27/2023). 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 2023 Hyundai Kona?
Based on 66 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (26), unknown or other (19), forward collision avoidance (13).
Is the 2023 Hyundai Kona safe?
The 2023 Hyundai Kona earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings. It has 1 recall with a Park It or Park Outside warning, so check your VIN.
Is the 2023 a good year for the Hyundai Kona?
The 2023 ranks #4 of 9 Kona model years for fewest complaints (2018–2026), with fewer complaints than the average year (93). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 1.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Hyundai Kona get?
EPA ratings for the 2023 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.