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 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 18 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 40 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 57 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 101 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2021 | 2 | 89 | 2 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2020 | 3 | 112 | 9 | 1 | 43 | Poor |
| 2019 | 3 | 141 | 14 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2018 | 0 | 57 | 18 | — | 61 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Kona Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Kona scores 3 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Hyundai Kona Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 617 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Kona reliable?+
The Hyundai Kona scores 65/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 11 recall campaigns and 617 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Kona is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Kona achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 1 recall and 2 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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