The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Kona · 2020
2020 Hyundai Kona. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | FWD | 28 / 32 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | AWD | 26 / 29 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 27 / 33 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | AWD | 26 / 30 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| Electric | Auto (A1) | FWD | 132 / 108 / 120 | Electricity | $600 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,000 and 28,800 miles. Median 12,000, from 48 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12,000 | 8,000–54,000 | 31 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 66% |
| Electrical | 7% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 7% |
| Steering | 6% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 18 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
21V301000 Apr 2021 Engine
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Risk. A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
20V022000 Jan 2020 Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles. The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, "Certification" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 187.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
| Closed | Loss of motive power | 2022 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 85
Hyundai filed 85 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
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Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Kona Electric SUV FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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