KnownCarProblems2022 Hyundai Kona Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 101 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Hyundai Kona, most often about the engine (33% of complaints, typically around 20,000 miles). It is 4th of 9 Kona model years by number of complaints.
Most common 2022 Hyundai Kona problems
Engine
33 complaints · 33%Half of these problems showed up before 20,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while at a complete stop and would restart independently while shifting into park(p). There was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, a chime sounded, and the message "think about…
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that there was bad fuel in the vehicle. The failure reoccurred and the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who reset the codes. The…
Other or unspecified
26 complaints · 26%Electrical
22 complaints · 22%Parts named most often: ignition, horn.
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, he noticed while starting the vehicle and switching the headlights from automatic to manual, that the headlights failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that when the headlight switch was placed in the off position, the…
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while at a complete stop and would restart independently while shifting into park(p). There was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, a chime sounded, and the message "think about…
Transmission
18 complaints · 18%The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, he noticed while starting the vehicle and switching the headlights from automatic to manual, that the headlights failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that when the headlight switch was placed in the off position, the…
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the âengine off â shift to neutralâ was displayed and an audible sound was heard. The contact was able to pull over and shut off the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted and operated normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be…
Driver assistance
17 complaints · 17%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, assist, blind spot detection.
Speed control
10 complaints · 10%Brakes
9 complaints · 9%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2022 Hyundai Kona recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
Summary
Nhtsa received a petition on or about july 18, 2022, requesting that federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the united states. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under odi number 11486072. Fmvss 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after march 1, 2021.on january 27, 2023, NHTSA opened defect petition (dp) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matt
Loss of motive power
Summary
The national highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated july 13, 2022, petitioning the agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain hyundai motor america, inc. And kia america, inc. Vehicles spanning model years (my) 2005-2021. The petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are
Questions about the 2022 Hyundai Kona
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Kona?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (33 complaints, typically around 20,000 miles); other or unspecified (26 complaints); electrical (22 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Kona have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Kona. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2022 a bad year for the Hyundai Kona?
- It is 4th of 9 Kona model years by number of complaints, with 101 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.