2023 Hyundai Kona N problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (2) · Power Train (1)
Safety recalls (1)
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.
Service bulletins (31)
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 (
Electrical System 2026-05-27 · 26-GI-002H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 1st navigation map and software update key improv
Showing the 6 most recent of 31 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-03-10 · Engine“the knock sensor on the engine fails when exposed to any amount of water. the car is designed in a way that lets on too much. it’s something that is very common amongst owners of these vehicles. it’s a safety flaw that needs to be fixed because it puts the car in “limp” mode. that makes the car instantly halt acceleration. please hold hyundai accou…”
2024-03-09 · Power Train“after washing my '23 kona n in a hand car wash, i experienced a sudden, complete loss of power as i was pulling into traffic immediately afterwards, nearly resulting in a rear-end collision. there was a flashing check engine light (cel or mil) on the dash, and i had to have the vehicle towed to a dealership. the stored obd-ii code is p132600 (knock…”
2023-11-28 · Unknown Or Other“car tends to jerk and almost jump when first pulling out of almost anywhere. seems to have happened with other people with the same car. when you turn after pulling out sometimes, the car will jump and the suspension sounds like it’s jumping. the particular issue makes it hard to steer and can easily make the car lose control for anyone not experie…”
2023-09-13 · Engine“i took my vehicle through a touch free car wash. after the wash the vehicle sat for about 10 to 20 minutes while i dried off the exterior and cleaned out my interior. after leaving the car wash the car made it less than a mile down the road and illuminated a flashing check engine light with a p132600 code implying a connection rod failure detected …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.