2025 Hyundai Kona recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Hyundai Kona and 28 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (9), unknown or other (6), service brakes (4). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 27–28 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2025 ranks #2 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 2025 Hyundai Kona. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Seat belts · rear/other · buckle assembly
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.
Risk: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
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.
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 dash will completely go black except for red words *no signal.* and all warnings are no longer visible, I cannot tell what speed I’m going, or what percentage battery my car is at. I don’t see visible lane or collision warnings. It is very unsafe and I have been to the dealership twice to try and fix it. The issue returned both times.
I purchased a used Hyndai Kona with 26,000 miles April 30 2026. I was told I have the balance of the manufacturer warranty of 5 years or 60,000 miles. I have not driven my car for 73 days because of extreme safety problems the Hyundai Kona. The car is very difficult to steer. The car pulls significantly to the right. One day after I purchased this vehicle the car jumped the…
Power train the engine roars up and drops jarring you back and forth second car within a yr first blew up brand new both and Hyundia and dealership blew me off
Safety ratings
2025 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD
2025 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Hyundai Kona.
Kona AWD
Auto (AV-S1) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Kona AWD
Auto (AV-S1) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L · with Stop-Start
Regular
Kona Electric (17 inch Wheels)
Auto (A1)
Electricity
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Kona have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Hyundai Kona, most recently for seat belts · rear/other · buckle assembly (07/15/2026). 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 2025 Hyundai Kona?
Based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (9), unknown or other (6), service brakes (4).
Is the 2025 Hyundai Kona safe?
The 2025 Hyundai Kona earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Hyundai Kona?
The 2025 ranks #2 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 2025 Hyundai Kona get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Hyundai Kona range from 27 to 28 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.