2022 Hyundai Kona N problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (2) · Wheels (1) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/Drive Module 2024-07-11 · campaign 24V528000 · 54,647 vehicles
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2022-10-06 · campaign 22V746000 · 56,148 vehicles
Defect: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
Service bulletins (35)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-27 · 26-GI-003H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update key improv
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Power Train 2026-06-05 · 26-AT-004H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to a transmission control unit (tcu) software update for some vehicles equipped with an 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8wdct). the software update revises the touch point learning variation, improving drivability and judder symptoms. certain 8wdcts (
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-16 · Z07 OL · Warranty Program/Extension
certain 2021-2023 model year kona, 2021-2023 model year kona electric, and 2022-2023 model year kona n vehicles may experience an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. at hyundai, we are committed to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and
Showing the 6 most recent of 35 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-09-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System“there would be a stumble when accelerating up to highway speeds at random times. during acceleration on a highway on august 30, 2025, that stumble became constant and the engine light came on. exhaust sounds was no longer smooth and constant but rather a constant sputter. greater vibration was felt in the car anytime the accelerator was depressed. …”
2025-05-04 · Unknown Or Other“knock sensor code p1326 has set my car into limp mode twice from getting wet after a car wash once and the other driving on a rainy day. both times the dealership has replaced the knock sensor. the car suddenly loosing power on the highway going 65pmh and stock at only able 2k rpm is not safe. it's a known issues that yet to receive a recall or at …”
2024-09-03 · Power Train“while driving on the interstate, the car went into limp mode (does not rev above 2000 rpm). i was unable to maintain speed or merge back into interstate. the dealership has inspected the vehicle, however, they confirm everything is normal. the car did give an engine error code of p132600 for powertrain. this is the second time this issue has occurr…”
2024-09-03 · Power Train“while driving after a recent car wash, my car entered limp mode, limiting the engine to 2000 rpm. multiple warning lights for electrical, safety, and engine issues appeared on the dashboard, and the error code p211800 was displayed. despite being inspected at the dealership, the issue couldn’t be reproduced, and the error code disappeared. this pro…”
2024-07-24 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 22,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai kona n. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v528000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the local dealer was contacted. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. the contact stated while driving at …”
2024-01-15 · Wheels“i bought a used from route46nissan. horn wasn't working when i bought the car and battery was also dead which i had to pay out of pocket to replace. i realized that two tires have side bubbles and which is extremely unsafe which they sold the car like that with security issues. they sold me a warranty and they are not keeping their promises for the…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.