no report yet
Air bag/restraint control module: software
NewRisk. Air bags and seat belt pretensioners that do not activate in a crash increases the risk of injury.
2023 Hyundai Kona ElectricProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Electrical system
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Lane departure
1Service brakes
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Kona Electric year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Kona Electric median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric safety ratings
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Kona Electric owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The horn has been replaced multiple times for failing without ANY warning. The service department at the Hyundai dealer said that this is a known problem for the horns. The horns short out because moisture builds up and damages the wiring, causing them to fail without warning. At this time, Hyundai…
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Check Electric Vehicle System" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that the failure recurred.…
Own a 2023 Kona Electric?
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