2023 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 2023 Hyundai Kona problems
The 2023 Hyundai Kona has been a popular subcompact SUV, offering great styling, a comfortable and roomy interior, performance options, and a reasonable price
. However, like any other car, the Hyundai Kona does have problems that have crept up over the years. Here are some common problems based on complaints from owners of this car:
- Transmission Problems: The 2023 Hyundai Kona has experienced transmission problems, including issues with the double clutch transmission, which can heat up in bumper-to-bumper traffic.
- Electrical/Sensor Issues: The 2023 Hyundai Kona has experienced electrical and sensor issues, including problems with the car's sensors and electrical systems . Some owners have reported that the car's sensors can malfunction, causing the car to behave unpredictably or requiring drivers to take corrective action .
- Braking: The 2023 Hyundai Kona has experienced braking problems, including issues with the car's braking system . Some owners have reported that the car's brakes can be unresponsive or require more force than expected to stop the car .
- EV Battery: The 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric has experienced battery problems, including issues with the car's battery life and range . Some owners have reported that the car's battery can lose charge more quickly than expected, requiring more frequent charging .
In summary, the 2023 Hyundai Kona has experienced a range of problems, including engine, transmission, electrical/sensor, braking, and EV battery issues. While the car remains a popular choice for many drivers, it is important for potential buyers to be aware of these issues and to consider them carefully when making a purchasing decision.
What is the issue with the Hyundai Kona 2023?
Summary: 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.
Is a Hyundai Kona issues?
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.
Is the Hyundai Kona reliable?
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.
How many miles will a 2023 Hyundai Kona last?
According to vehiclehistory.com, a typical Hyundai Kona will last around 200,000 miles with proper care and maintenance.
2023 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:
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2023 Hyundai Kona vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2023 Hyundai Kona
The NHTSA has received 39 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2023 Hyundai Kona. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2023 Hyundai Kona vehicles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-22
- VIN: KM8K2CAB2PU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I received a notification by email from NHTSA about a recall for our 2023 Hyundai Kona N. It states that the recall has to do with Loss of Drive Power from Fuel Pump Failure. Your recall ID 24V528 sent July 22, I phoned the dealer, Mike Murphy in Peoria, Illinois and they could not find this recall. I have an appointment with them on Oct 24 to bring in my car for an oil change and to fix a recall on the trunk lock (I was not given any info on this recall until I contacted the dealership). Since I put in my VIN # above, It did not turn up anything either. What's going on and why are you sending Recalls that have nothing to do with my vehicle (?)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-03
- VIN: KM8K62AB0PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Horn does not work.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-27
- VIN: KM8K6CAB1PU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The horn on my vehicle stopped working. I have no idea when it stopped working but when I tried to use it after a vehicle went throw a stop sign I realized it wasn’t working. Talked to my dealership and they said ‘it’s a known problem with the horn.’
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- VIN: KM8K22AB2PU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The horn has quit working - and had to be replaced - on three different occasions. I've owned the car less than two years. This has led to me being unable to warn traffic and almost caused multiple collisions.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: KM8K3CAB8PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: While driving, my car completely turned off and the dashboard say “engine turn off”. This happened on two separate occasions. Also on separate occasions while i was driving the beep to indicate that i was too close to another car went off when i was not near another car, during that time it also emergency breaked on its own.
LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- VIN: KM8K32AB2PU
- Components: LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: ALL OF THE VEHICLE SAFETY ALERTS ARE NOT WORKING. HMFUSA HAS CHANGED THE VIN NUMBER ON THIS VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP SAYS THE VEHICLE CAN NOT BE REPAIRED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-05
- VIN: KM8K32AB2PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the system check lights were illuminated normally; however, all the system symbols had a red "exclamation mark" next to the symbols. Additionally, the contact stated that the horn and many safety features were no longer operable. The contact stated that the Lane Departure warning, Blind Spot warning, and the radio were inoperable. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the main computer was not interfacing with the safety systems. The contact was advised by the dealer that there was no remedy for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: KM8K2CAB2PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY HORN STOPPED WORKING LAST JULY AT 7467 MILES, AND STOPPED WORKING AGAIN INJUNE AT 10,000 MILES
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-06
- VIN: KM8K2CAB9PU
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Car pulls to the right since I had it..the dealer did a alignment twice already but it still pulls to the right..they did a alignment at around 5000 miles and again at 8000 miles but it still does it.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-02
- VIN: KM8K6CAB7PU
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Forward Safety Mode is the default setting on every time you start the vehicle and this mode when entering from side streets or any strip center or lane into on coming traffic lanes the vehicle senses you crossing the road lines and kills the Accelerator ! When trying to enter onto the main road even if you allow enough time to accelerate to pull out onto main road : The vehicle thinks you are off raod or in some sort of danger and kills the accelerator and if you think fast enough after the 2-3 second delay you can floor the accelerator and the vehicle will then start picking up after a dangerous delay that can get someone t-boned and very serious accident if not possible death. Its a very dangerous function. Note: I manually go in and turn this forward safety to warning only or off. I use the warning but the real problem is you have to do this upon every start after turning the engine off. I think this needs to be seriously looked into.If you dont turn to warning setting and go to say pull out of a store onto the highway and dont leave enough time to avoid on coming traffic and or you freeze due to no accelleration you are in deep trouble and maybe an accident !! Or Death..
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-11
- VIN: KM8K53A31PU
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: This has happened 3 times and I’ve only owned the car since Sept 2023, the first time was Feb 4 2024, then Feb 28th and March 11, 2024, when I am trying to accelerate I push on the gas and the rpm’s will go higher but the car doesn’t gain any speed.so when trying to pass a vehicle I can’t because it will do this and it’s dangerous, I do have a video of this
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- VIN: KM8K32AB1PU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The horn has failed; will not produce sound. The fuse has tested good for continuity. Many online threads offering the same horn failure from Hyundai but no recall, at this point. This is in direct violation of Florida statute 316.27...Horns and warning devices. I have a dealer appointment made.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-28
- VIN: KM8K33A32PU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The vehicle was purchased brand new. After the first recommended oil change interval, the car has leaking oil daily. A complaint of the leak made to the dealer at 2nd oil change. Dealer stated they found nothing wrong. Car still leaks oil even after subsequent oil changes at prescribed service intervals. We now have to place a pan underneath the vehicle while it’s parked in the garage to catch the daily oil leaks. Very frustrating and very concerning that a brand new car is leaking oil.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-30
- VIN: KM8K6CAB5PU
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Had left Costco and while driving away down road to intersection, the 2023 Kona SEL abruptly locked the brakes and briefly skidded, as it displayed Emergency Braking Activated message on display. I had crossed a dotted line to enter a left turn lane at about 20 mph to make a turn which should not have triggered the AEB-there wasnt anything in front of me whatsoever except empty road, the roadway was dry and unobstructed. I maintained control of the car after being surprised by the brakes locking up for a second or two without any warning. I have not experienced this before after driving the Kona for little over a year and a half, with 22, 000 miles. I experienced repeated phantom braking problems with a 2120 Mazda Cx30 I previously owned; the Kona braked harder into a brief skid but shorter in time than the CX30. This was more dangerous!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while pressing the horn to avoid an accident, it was discovered that the horn was inoperable. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was informed of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 12,000. The VIN was not available.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-11
- VIN: KM8K62AB5PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Rodent damage found during 1-year maintenance. This is an increasing problem that is under-reported. Damage was found before any wires were effected, however, the wiring was exposed and would have caused a malfunction had this not been detected by technician. 1. Automakers across the board are using cheaper, soy-based elements to wrap wiring and customers are having to deal with the result of subpar parts. 2. With automakers increasing the time allowed between oil changes, customers are given a false sense of functionality in the vehicles they drive. 3. Automakers that advertise "free maintenance" should not be allowed to limit maintenance to once per year or every 5,000-8,000 miles, as more prudent inspection would prevent customers from unknowingly having their cars devoured by rodents.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-25
- VIN: KM8K3CAB6PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Horn stopped Working out of nowhere.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-22
- VIN: KM8K22AB3PU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Hyundai is making it very difficult to get the safety recall fixed, Roadblocks in every step, The worst customer service, Just delaying at every little step, Unbelievable, Took several months to find a fix, then several weeks to get an appointment, only to find that they will order the part, several more weeks go by, then i need start the apppointment process again and wait for 4 more weeks..got to be kidding
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-27
- VIN: KM8K6CAB2PU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Horn is not working. When the horn is pressed from the driver's seat, no noise is made. Checked fuse in engine fuse box compartment. 15A fuse is ok (not blown, etc). Checked with spare 15A and that did not work either. Reported problem to dealership and they plan to investigate and repair. Google search indicated this is not the first Hyundai Kona to have this issue. This should be more looked into by regulatory boards.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-01
- VIN: KM8K62AB8PU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Been waiting six months for Hyundai part to fix a fire hazard. They knowingly installed a defective part during manufacturing of the vehicle. A scared to drive the car knowing it can catch fire at any moment. Hyundai refuses to compensate in any way.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-07
- VIN: KM8K62AB6PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The rear door Latch opens while vehicle is moving and I've have taken it to service and they don't know what failure is al about.Its a manufacture failure.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-30
- VIN: KM8K32AB1PU
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: While driving on the highway on an extended trip my cruise control dropped its speed from 71 to 65 without warning. On one occasion it happened while I was in the passing lane with a lot of traffic behind me. It created a very dangerous situation before I could get into the right lane. Another incident was when again I was driving along, no one in front of me, beside me or behind me and the speed dropped once again. Had I been in traffic who knows what would have happened. I have turned the automatic breaking system off because while on a trip I was in the right lane when a car cut me off. The breaks went on and the car went totally out of control! I have filed a complaint with Hyundai and after waiting 8 weeks for a call regarding my case number they refuse to acknowledge that it is a manufacturing issue. I have had the vehicle into the dealer 3 times and they have not been able to replicate it by driving around the area, but have not taken it out on the highway at a higher speed which is when it occurs and when one would use the cruise control. I have only 9,000 miles on the car at this point and no remedy in sight.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-17
- VIN: KM8K62AB2PU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Kona. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V526000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer, Hyundai West (10611 W Arthur Ave., West Allis, WI 53227), and was informed that parts might be available in two to three weeks after being taken in for service. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-15
- VIN: KM8K3CAB1PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The vehicles horn randomly decides not to work. The horn has been replaced once, but the same wiring was kept the same. The vehicle is going back after a few months due to horn malfunction again.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-30
- VIN: KM8K6CAB5PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Horn no longer works when pressed at 11,396 miles. Manufacturer will not offer loaner vehicle. Vehicle is not safe to drive without horn. Manufacturer does not seem to care that it's broken and will not expedite the repair process. I will have to drive this vehicle for approximately a month with no horn. My safety is put at risk as I cannot warn other drivers of impending danger and cannot warn other drivers they are about to hit me. The manufacturer has not yet inspected the vehicle. The inspection will take place on August 21st. There were no warning indications before I attempted to use the horn and it didn't work. It's possible that the horn has been broken for a while.
2023 Hyundai Kona recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
Negative 2023 Hyundai Kona car reviews
Positive 2023 Hyundai Kona car reviews
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Love everything about it! It's my 2nd Kona. The 195 HP is zippy at 3200 pounds. The tech package is insane. Blue link is really, really cool.
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The car is reliable, but its size may not be suitable for those with grandkids. Additionally, there have been some issues with the sensitivity of the sensors for accident detection and other features. However, I am confident that I will be able to trade it in for a larger vehicle within a year.
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with the Kona, which is actually my third Hyundai! I've been leasing them for three years and it's been a great deal because I always get free service. My previous two were Tucsons and they were both great, but this time I decided to go for a smaller vehicle and I'm really happy with my choice. As a 69-year-old, I was concerned about getting in and out of the car with ease, but the Kona does this really well. The front seats are comfortable, although the back may get a bit tight. The sporty and fun design of the car does impact rear storage, but that's to be expected with a small vehicle. I mostly do town and city driving and I'm getting around 26 mpg, which is a great improvement over the larger Tucson. But what I really love about this car is that it's fun to drive! I've had it for 10 months and I'm still having a blast. The engine is zippy and not at all sluggish, especially in Sport mode. The only downside is that there's no option for a power lift gate, but overall, I think this is a terrific vehicle.
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The vehicle handles great with tight steering. It's the perfect size - not too big, not too small. I was completely satisfied with the look, design, and price.
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If you're happy, then I'm happy.
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Are you having problems with your 2023 Hyundai Kona?
Alf Bergnaum 2024-10-24
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I noticed that you mentioned having some trouble with your car. It sounds like you've had a bit of bad luck with the CVT oil pump controller and the engine temperature sensor. Is there anything else going on that I can help you with?
Kody Jaskolski 2024-08-20
Hi there! I recently had the chance to test drive this SUV, and I wanted to share my thoughts. On the plus side, the turbo engine really impressed me with its power and acceleration. Additionally, the exterior design is quite attractive. However, I did notice a few downsides. The interior felt a bit cheap, and the seats weren't very comfortable. Also, the hard plastic trim made it uncomfortable to rest my elbow on the door sill. Finally, I found that the transmission didn't shift very smoothly and sometimes hung in the wrong gear for a few extra seconds. Overall, it's an okay car, but I think there are better options out there. Let me know if you have any questions!
Darren Halvorson 2024-07-09
The door panels may develop light to medium scratches over time, which can be frustrating. We understand that this may not meet your expectations of quality, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused.