Is the Hyundai Kona Reliable?
2018–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Kona Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 18 | — | — | 75 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 36 | 3 | — | 77 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 55 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 101 | 3 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 87 | 2 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2020 | 4 | 110 | 9 | 1 | 60 | Fair |
| 2019 | 3 | 139 | 14 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | 56 | 18 | — | 81 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Kona Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Kona scores 6 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Hyundai Kona Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 604 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Kona reliable?+
The Hyundai Kona scores 74/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 604 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Kona is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2018 Kona achieved the highest reliability score of 81/100 with 0 recalls and 56 complaints.
How many miles does a Kona last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Kona owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Kona will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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