2018 Hyundai Kona problems
The Hyundai Kona (Korean: 현대 코나) is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. The first-generation Kona debuted in June 2017 and the production version was revealed later that year. It is positioned between the Venue or Bayon and the Tucson in Hyundai crossover SUV line-up. The battery electric version called the Kona Electric (or Kona EV) was first launched in South Korea during the first half of 2018 and rolled out gradually worldwide afterwards.
Naming
The Kona is named after the western district of the island of Hawaiʻi. The company stated the name "reflects the lifestyle of modern customers", in line with its "progressive design" that it adopts. The Kona naming also continues Hyundai's tradition of naming crossover SUV models after famous travel destinations, including the Creta, Santa Fe, Tucson and Veracruz.
The vehicle is marketed in Portugal as the Hyundai Kauai, as Kona is too similar to cona, a slang word for the female genitalia in European Portuguese. It's also sold in Iceland where the word kona means woman in Icelandic. Like Kona, Kauai is a place in Hawaii. It is also Hawaiian for lady.
In China, the vehicle was sold as the Hyundai Encino.
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Common 2018 Hyundai Kona problems
The Hyundai Kona, a popular subcompact SUV, has faced several common problems since its introduction. One of the most prevalent issues concerns the engine, with over 275,000 Hyundai vehicles in the US alone being recalled for improperly machined piston oil rings
. This defect can lead to increased oil consumption, causing a knocking sound and potentially resulting in the engine seizing and stalling. Oil leaks due to this issue can also cause fires.
Another problem reported by 2018 Hyundai Kona owners is the collision warning system turning off, which is the most widespread complaint, occurring around 7,500 miles. This issue can be resolved by cleaning the sensors, restarting the vehicle, or updating the software at a dealership. If the sensors fail, the replacement cost is approximately $250.
Windshield wiper issues have also been reported, with the automatic rain sensor failing to work when there is debris on it. Cleaning the windshield can resolve this issue, but if the sensor fails, the replacement cost is around $250.
Difficulty starting the vehicle is another common problem, particularly around 20,000 miles. This issue is usually caused by a dead battery, which can be replaced for $150 to $300, depending on local labor rates.
There are no recalls on the 2018 Hyundai Kona, which is better than some other compact SUVs from the same year. However, a recall was issued for the model year 2019-2020 Kona EV (electric vehicle) and the 2020 Ioniq EV due to a defective lithium-ion battery that carried an unreasonable risk of catching fire. Additionally, in 2020, a number of model year 2020 Konas were subject to a recall because the vehicles were affixed with improper certification labels, which reflected an inaccurate Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), increasing the risk of overloading and potential crashes.
In summary, the Hyundai Kona has faced several common problems, including engine defects, collision warning system failures, windshield wiper issues, and difficulty starting. While there are no recalls on the 2018 model, other model years have experienced recalls related to defective batteries and improper certification labels.
Is the Hyundai Kona 2018 a reliable car?
Is the Hyundai Kona reliable? The Hyundai Kona was named the best car to own based owner feedback from our 2021 Driver Power survey, and it achieved an impressive fourth place overall in 2022 (on a 75-car list).
Are there any problems with Hyundai Kona?
The Kona N was subject to the DCT recall for improper software going into limp mode during certain oil pump conditions. It was not subject to the pcb board failure recall because it does not have the engine stop/start feature. The biggest issue I have had with my 2023 KN is the crapola Pirelli tires it came with.
Does the 2018 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?
The recent recall applies to Hyundai Kona SUV models that were installed with 2.0-liter engines which may carry a hazardous defect. According to the recall notice, the engines installed in the covered vehicles may have been assembled with inconsistently heat-treated piston oil rings.
Is Hyundai Kona a good reliable car?
The 2024 Hyundai Kona has a predicted reliability score of 82 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
2018 Hyundai Kona car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Kona problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2018 Hyundai Kona vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2018 Hyundai Kona
The NHTSA has received 47 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2018 Hyundai Kona. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2018 Hyundai Kona vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- VIN: KM8K53A55JU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle was traveling down the highway with cruise control on and suddenly proceeded to not maintain speed and lost the ability to accelerate and shake in the middle of the interstate. Check engine light came on after this and we were able to limp it off the highway onto the ramp. No warning lights, no over heating, or any signs were given prior to this incident to give the impression this vehicle would stop operating. My family's safety was put at risk as it lost speed suddenly on the interstate in the middle of traffic and could have caused other cars to hit us as we slowed and tried to get over to access the ramp. Vehicle was towed and inspected at a local mechanic and was informed there was oil burned on the spark plugs and cylinder 1 and 3 had little to no compression.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
- VIN: KM8K33A54JU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at undisclosed speeds, the engine warning light illuminated. There was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined there was knock in the cylinder. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was determined that the cam was overworked and both cams had overproduced. Additionally, there was a misfire in cylinders number 1, 2, and 4. There was a power imbalance test performed, which determined that cylinder #3 was the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,745.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-18
- VIN: KM8K62AA6JU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: While trying to accelerate on a on ramp onto the interstate, I felt my engine begin to knock. I pulled over and was able to get the car to drive home. The next morning my car would not turn over. I had it towed to my mechanic. They said it was bone dry of oil, I have always had it regularly serviced. They diagnosed it with engine failure. I’m just above the 60000 mile warranty at 63000 and Hyundai refuses to honor the warranty or help with the engine failure.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- VIN: KM8K3CA51JU
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: At approximately 10,000 miles the tread is separating from the tire
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-03
- VIN: KM8K22AA1JU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the contact heard a loud knocking sound coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, a diagnostic result was not disclosed; however, the dealer stated that the oil needed to be changed. The vehicle was not repaired, and the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to another dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle would not be repaired under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-22
- VIN: KM8K6CAA6JU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: After turning my car off and opening the door radio does not shut off. The radio stay on. And backup camera does not work. You have to keep un hooking the battery.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-04
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K6CAA5JU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: My vehicle suffered a tire blowout on [XXX]. It was determined to be caused by ripped beading on the inner and outer part of the tire. It was also said that the damage to the tire occurred at time of initial install by improper mounting and balancing of the wheels and tired. The tires were 235/55/r17 Kelly A/S Edge M+S tubeless radial Tires manufactured in Mexico. The tires were placed on vehicle by the dealer. My safety was put at risk because 1) the tires were not manufacture recommended OEM tires. 2) No warning indicator Illuminated on the dash to indicate the tire was losing pressure. The vehicle then a month 1/2 later caught fire. Prior to the fire several warning malfunction indicators Illuminated. In addition to what was apparent electrical haywire, causing alarm sounds ( beeping), flashing lights, and warning indicators illuminating throughout the dash. The vehicle is said to be a 2018 hyundai kona petrol. Although at time of purchase and fire was equipped with a lithium ion 20h battery. I was told an inspection was done in August of 2021 by Hyundai Motor of America after fire and being towed to the local hyundai dealer, however to date 3/2024 am still denied the report and gave never been allowed to have it. The fire said to have been caused by audio installation faulty wiring to a subwoofer secured in the back of the vehicle which coincidentally was also stolen due to the repair dealer facing to secure the vehicle during repairs. The repair facility provided a work order that only listed 2 parts replaced which were two main wiring harnesses. In addition to the wire harnesses that the repair dealer is said to have replaced, there were other documented changes and replaced parts not mentioned, listed or detailed on any repair order. The original lithium ion battery had been replaced. Two- 50v main relay fuses in the relay box located in the engine compartment had been replaced. Prior to fire read HMML, after repairs read PBD01. PRT.1OF3 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-08
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K6CAA5JU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Prt. 2continued. The TPMS sensors had been replaced, which leads me to believe that at time of tire blowout did not function Although the subwoofer was stolen from vehicle the wiring to the subwoofer was said to have caused the fire and remained intact and connected to back of the original stereo equipment. A new subwoofer was purchased and the same wiring used to plug into from before fire and the subwoofer/stereo/wiring all worked just fine. One would assume the wiring would be fried and not work properly, however it didn't at all. This lead to me investigating the vehicle on my own after not being covered under warranty and all responsibility left on me to fix the vehicle. The "2018 hyundai kona" I was sold poses numerous safety risks for every driver on the road, not just the unfortunate consumers that purchase them for the following reasons. The vehicle is affixed with a vin sticker stating the manufacturer is HMC. Hyundai motor company of Korea with a final assembly in Korea. Has a manufacture date of [XXX] and self certified by manufacturer to comply with all US fmvss and anti theft protection required at time of manufacture date. The car to date has not undergone safety crash testing performed by NHTSA. NO substantially similar vehicle is US to compare ratings to, it being 1st of its kind. The sticker also lists vehicle as passenger car, however according to manufacture rated class c and over 4,000 lbs and a Truck/SUV for classification purposes. Although sold in the US as AWD, is listed as 4×4 elsewhere. Lithium ion batteries are not standard for non hybrid or electric vehicles. No import documentation is attached to the vehicle. The hyundai kona was not placed on list of vehicle eligible to import by the NHTSA until 2020. MINE SAID TO BE REGISTERED IN WASHINGTON STATE IN 2018. The vehicles original window sticker lists part cartent as required however is not listed on the parts content list provided by the NHTSA ad required until 2020. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-04
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K6CAA5JU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The 565 and 566 required to be submitted by manufacture prior to sale in US lists the vehicle manufacturer in korea, describes vehicle as a truck and weight recorded at over 33000 lbs. The vehicle has had no safety Inspections and a rather loose self certification process allows the oversight and quality assurance that the vehicle did meet fmvss and all FMVSS requirements. Simply taking a manufactures word for it does not protect innocent consumers and endangers every driver on the road. The vehicle was driven on a fully capable scale and weighed 3, 126lbs fully loaded. The vehicle has a WMI of KM8, when a WMI search on the NHTSA website through manufacture information list only the Sonata as KM8 and decodes the vin KMH in the US not KM8. The window sticker lists a port of entry as PT, however again 0 import documentation is found. The Washington State DOL states the vehicle was manufactured in the US and shipped to the dealer. However the only US hyundai manufacture plant in the US was HMMA and they according to 555 and 566 submittal do not manufacture the Kona. The kona is not listed as manufactured by any US Hyundai rather Hatci is listed as a parent company and has a submittal of a 565 and 566 listing the Kona as a truck but was not submitted until 2023. Again my vehicle was said to have been registered in washington state in 2018. A recorded conversation I had recently with NHTSA safety hotline, NHTSA representative can be heard stating not every vehicle is tested due to lack of funding. That's not safe. I have a right to know the vehicle I am driving is fit for the road. When asked why the crash testing safecar program was created, NHTSA states to ensure safe cars for consumers when the website states it allows for incentives to be offered to manufactures to produce these safer vehicle. There is no requirments to ensure that they do. And if the car isn't randomly selected to be tested, the NHTSA does not ensure it does but takes the manufacturers word
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-08
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KM8K22AA8JU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I had a car collision last [XXX] when the car ahead of me made a sudden stop in the [XXX] . I was in the fastest lane when it happened and I was not protected at all because the airbag did not deploy. It resulted to pain due to contusion on my chest wall, pain on my sternum contusion on my right knee and neck strain. My insurance covered for the repair. Hyundai has told me after I asked them to check on the car that they are not going to investigate as to why the airbag did not deploy. I feel very unsafe driving it. I am very traumatized. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K6CAA5JU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was sold a car with 1 unprepared safety recall and 22 technical service bulletins. In addition to was previously salvaged sue to collision, hail, flood and fire. The vehicle also was a 2019 made into a 2018. When the ecm was reprogrammed the new vin was wiped clean and altered. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K3CA50JU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Pulled into driveway and saw smoke coming from engine. Popped hood and saw engine block was on fire. Quickly closed the hood and called 911. Within a few minutes the car was completely engulfed. I just had the car serviced a few days earlier and prior to that i had the 60k mile maintenance service done. There was around 63k miles on the car.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-30
- VIN: KM8K62AA5JU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I have a 2018 Hyundai Kona, with approximately 42,000 miles on it. The right front passenger door began having problems sometime in 2022. When I first inquired about the door at Riverside Hyundai, I was advised that the problem might be covered under warranty. I did not have the problem diagnosed at that time. Today, I had the problem diagnosed, and I was advised that the repair would cost $453.00, with parts and labor. After Googling the problem, I discovered that quite a few Hyundai owners have a problem with their door locks. I wanted to report the problem since it seems ongoing, and Hyundai has not provided a satisfactory resolution.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-01
- VIN: KM8K6CAA5JU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: UNKNOWN. AC stopped working. According to repair shop, alternator belt sliced through the aluminum housing tube and Freon cannot be recharged . It needs total rebuild/reroute of AC tubing as The position and location of alternator belt is too close to the aluminum housing/tubing for cooling system. This is a bad build/design. When it’s really hot outside this is very dangerous for all passengers in this vehicle. Repairman/mechanic said he has seen this issue more and more on several Hyundai’s that came thru his shop, that he believes a common defect and has educated him as first thing to look for on a Hyundai needing AC repair.. and one can speculate there are MANY more, since he’s not a dealership.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-08
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K6CAA5JU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: My vehicle suffered an electrical fire that wasn't covered under warranty just 2 months after I purchased it. It was inspected by the manufacturer, repair facility(licensed dealer) and insurance however I was denied the inspection report. A Hyundai warranty information sheet states my vehicle had 1 unrepaired service campaign in 6/2022 for the FCA forward collision avoidance. Which meant it was also sold to me without being disclosed. However the NHTSA website says it has 0 unrepaired recalls. Right before the electrical fire the electrical system went haywire. My safetey and my childs safety is at risk everyday I have this vehicle. Without my knowledge or consent, the dealer and my insurer choose to authorize repairs. The fact that at the time of purchase, no safety or crash testing had been completed by the NHTSA is concerning. All vehicles without NHTSA safety testing completed, prior to the 1st being sold and driven on the road puts everyone at risk. The fact that NHTSA does not require these safety tests to be conducted on every single vehicle driven in the states puts everyone at risk, not just my family. Even worse after my vehicle caught fire and caused $12,000 in damages, my car has a clean carfax. There is nothing making reporting this mandatory. insurance companies, thhe dealer/repair facilities do not have to report to the DOL or anyone for that matter that the car was involved in a fire at all. In fact the repair/dealer my vehicle went to reported it as multipoint inspection, maintainence. This puts all drivers and passengers at risk on the road. There's no question that a vehicle after having caught fire and suffered electrical problems is no doubt more susceptible to additional problems down the road. This puts all cars and people on the road in danger, not just me and my own.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-03
- VIN: KM8K6CAA2JU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Car stalled while driving. This happened 5 times in a 5 day period. 2 times while crossing traffic. Oil was checked and found to have less than 1 quart of oil. No low oil level warning light came on.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-29
- VIN: KM8K22AA3JU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 8/29/20002, the ABS brakes system and Fuel Injection system 10/31/2022, Battery 11/8/2022, car stalled on the freeway 11/9/2022, Car stalled on the freeway 11/19/2022, Timing Control and camshaft position sensors 12/2/2022, Engine fire, the smell of burning plastic 1/9/12, Grinding noise near the right rear tire. I can provide the invoices under separate cover .
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-25
- VIN: KM8K12AA8JU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Oil change was on 1/13/2023 at 33,505 miles. On 2/25/2023 at 35,366 miles after driving on the highway for about 30 mins at 65 mph, the oil light came on and car was making a loud noise as I pulled in to park. My car was parked for about 1.5hrs at my destination. I attempted to drive home and get back on the highway when my engine stalled at about 40 mph and my engine and battery light came on. I had to pull over to the shoulder as my car would not drive anymore. My car was then towed to my house and later to the hyundai dealer where they determined that my engine stalled due to lack of oil because my drain plug was missing. Hyundai refuses to fix this under warranty because the drain plug is missing and they are insisting this is because of the oil change place I went to nearly 2 months ago. When I went to the oil change place, they insist that they didn't do anything wrong, and if they did incorrectly put the drain plug on, my oil would've leaked much sooner than it did. There is currently and investigation with NHTSA with my exact issue where the oil drain plug still falls out, even if the person performing the oil change puts the drain plug on exactly how it should be. Directly from the NHTSA site: "Apparently, the thin metal, along with engine vibrations and expansion/contraction tend to loosen the drain plug without any other intervention. NHTSA is investigating this as a factory defect issue." My safety was deeply put at risk as I was driving on the highway when this happened and I could've easily gotten into an accident and faced injuries. I'm stuck in the middle as the oil change place denies it is their fault and hyundai refuses to fix under warranty strictly because the oil drain plug is missing. When I explained to them that I would've have this issue with my engine if the drain plug was present, they agreed. They are stating that it is $10,000 to repair my car and that I have to pay upfront and cannot do multiple payments
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-25
- VIN: KM8K12AA8JU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the oil and battery warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle would not accelerate as needed. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted but the vehicle would not accelerate as needed. The contact became aware that there was no oil in the engine. Additionally, there was oil leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that due to the oil leak the engine seized and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the warranty had expired. The failure mileage was 35,300.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-27
- VIN: KM8K62AA7JU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The car stalls out and I have to now replace the entire engine. There has been recalls for this exact issue on other years of this car but not on this one.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-12
- VIN: KM8K6CAA8JU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: According to the garage Piston Ring failure causing engine damage and oil consumption. Vehicle shut off while excelling on a high traffic route. Vehicle has been in the garage since 1/13/23. As of today 2/1/23 still awaiting news of engine replacement.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-07
- VIN: KM8K12AAXJU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: This Hyundai Kona SE 2018 model comes with a key start and we are not getting recalls for a free fix with an engine immobilizer. Hyundai dealership is asking me to pay more than 800 dollars in installing thier fix which they caused. Even our family 2006 Corolla has the simple engine immobilizer chip on the key. Please help us.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-06
- VIN: KM8K22AA3JU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle engine randomly stalls when slowing down, at intersections, and while driving down the road in traffic. The lives of my children and I were directly put at risk by narrowly avoiding collisions due to the engine stalling. There are multiple lights that come on when engine stalls including the check engine light, and a car with a key, as well as several others. I have contacted the manufactures due to other vehicles of the same make model and year being under a recall for the exact same issue of engine stalling. Manufacturer is failing to acknowledge that the engine stalling is a serious safety concern, as seen in the same make model and year model vehicles. Manufacturer unwilling to help reconcile issues without me paying upfront for towing, repairs, and getting my own rental/loaner vehicle. I was referred to a dealership who told me it was my responsibility to ensure that the vehicle made it to them for an inspection, no towing, no loaner or rental vehicles. I am approximately 8 hours away from home at this time and unable to drive the vehicle at this time. Reference number for call with manufacturer. Reference for call #19850095
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-02
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8K3CA55JU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: We had parked our 17 year old son's car in the upper parking lot of our baseball field. While parked, the engine smoked, then spontaneously caught fire. The police arrived on sceere!!!! We totally cannot comprehend that this even happene, along with our fire department who was able to put out the pretty massive engine fire, along with some of the front being damaged as well. Our son had been driving this car to our high school and also the high school baseball field, with pretty packed lots. It unbelievable to even imagine if this happened thned to a pretty new car (22,000 miles on it). We are so very grateful that this did not happen while our 17 year old was in the car! This is truly needs to be looked into. Thank you.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-28
- VIN: KM8K1CAA8JU
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Unable to open passengers rear door from inside
Negative 2018 Hyundai Kona car reviews
Positive 2018 Hyundai Kona car reviews
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I had a Nissan Murano. I'm so glad I bought this car with all its fuel economy and safety features. It's amazing!
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If you're looking for a subcompact SUV, this is an excellent choice with its 175hp turbo. It outperforms Mazda, Toyota, and Honda in its class. The Ultimate trim comes with all the latest tech and safety features you need, including all LED lights. It's also surprisingly quiet and fun to drive on long road trips. If you live in Central Florida, be sure to visit Aubrie at Holler Hyundai - she's awesome!
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There aren't many in the dealerships yet, so you may have to look around.
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I really enjoyed everything about the car! The only thing I noticed was that when accelerating on the highway in economy mode, it was a little sluggish. However, when in sport mode, it was definitely better.
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Hey there! Why not take the test drive, just like I did, to find out?
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Are you having problems with your 2018 Hyundai Kona?
Wyman Labadie 2024-11-17
This Kona exhibits major safety issues with runaway acceleration while in cruise control (8-10 mph) and loud surging to maintain speed in cruise. Despite this, we have been averaging around 24 mpg on our highway trips, while around town it has great gas mileage of around 33 mpg. It is important to address these safety concerns and improve the overall performance of the vehicle.
Deonte Schmidt 2024-06-15
I have had my 2018 Hyundai Kona (financed) towed three times due to issues while driving with my child. Despite being towed to three different Hyundai Service Centers in California (Concord, Bakersfield, and Tracy), the car has continued to experience problems. As of this review, the car has 53,384 miles and I do not feel safe driving it with my 6-year-old. The car has automatically decelerated while driving, causing violent shaking and fear of further issues. Due to these recurring issues, I have submitted a complaint to Hyundai Consumer and have initiated the Lemon Law process. Despite being disappointed with my purchase of the 'top of the line' Ultimate model, I remain confident in my decision to take action and resolve this issue.
Edgar Kulas 2024-05-29
It sounds like you've had a frustrating experience with the BlueLink system. We're sorry to hear that it hasn't worked well for you in snowy conditions. We understand that it can be frustrating when the car takes a while to start and the 4-way flashers are on. We appreciate your feedback and hope that we can work to improve the system in the future. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention.
Daron Roberts 2024-03-11
Check the trunk area. Sit in the back to see the room to sit.