The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Kona · 2023
2023 Hyundai Kona. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | FWD | 29 / 35 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 27 / 32 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S1) | FWD | 30 / 35 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S1) | AWD | 28 / 33 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S8) | FWD | 20 / 27 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| Electric | Auto (A1) | FWD | 134 / 106 / 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 9,800 and 97,000 miles. Median 34,100, from 6 complaints with a mileage.
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 |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 41% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 23% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 15% |
| Engine | 12% |
| Speed control | 11% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
23V526000 Jul 2023 Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Fluid/Lubricant / Pump
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Risk. An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Manufacturer communications 39
Hyundai filed 39 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Check engine
- Hyundai has settled a class action lawsuit that alleges that certain Hyundai and Kia Class…
- Certain 2023MY Kona (OS) and Elantra (CN7) vehicles equipped with the 2.0L Nu Atkinson engine…
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 |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard & Optional | 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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