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2026 Hyundai Kona: recalls and problems

No recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other.

0recalls
9complaints
1crashes reported
0fires reported
2injuries reported

Recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2026 Hyundai Kona. Individual cars can still have open manufacturer campaigns, so check your VIN.

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Most common problems

  • Unknown Or Other3 · 33%
  • Service Brakes2 · 22%
  • Seat Belts1 · 11%
  • Engine1 · 11%
  • Electrical System1 · 11%
  • Vehicle Speed Control1 · 11%
  • Fuel System (Gasoline)1 · 11%
  • Power Train1 · 11%
  • Structure1 · 11%

What owners report

Seat Belts

I purchased this vehicle new on july 28, 2026. nhtsa recall 26v-452 / hyundai recall 306 was dated july 13, 2026, and the vin showed the recall as incomplete when i discovered it. the dealer states that it was unaware of the recall at the time of sale. i am reporting this to document that a new vehicle was delivered to me while this safety recall was unrepaired. i intend to have the recall repair completed.

Engine

The contact owns a 2026 hyundai kona. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle lost motive power and went into limp mode before the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was restarted and resumed normal functionality. while depressing the accelerator, the vehicle lunged forward. the contact depressed the brake pedal and regained control of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer; however, the d

Unknown Or Other

Car went into a limp mode several times, potentially could cause major accident. towed to dealer who found nothing wrong. would not give me loaner. i had to sell the kona in order to have a car, car was bought new had 770 mikes on it. what can i do?

Electrical System

Coke spill in cup holders caused a leak to the wiring harness below the center console. it drained the battery, shut down all of the buttons on the steering wheel and shut the infotainment system down. it finally died and had to be towed to vann york hyundai in highpoint nc. they told me that because it was cased by an outside influence it's not covered by the warranty and estimated $800 labor for repair. the le

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Kona. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.