2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric.

20192021
Complaints
37
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
3

Worst 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#116 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:3,250 mi
#25 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:2,315 mi
#33 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric.

Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
3,250
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
2,315
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~19,579 vehicles.

21V127000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery
~4,696 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.

20V748000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software
~8,176 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.

20V630000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery:management System/energy Control Module (bms/becm):software · Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery
~6,707 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.

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2020 Hyundai Kona Electric — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric has 37 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (16 complaints, avg 3,250 mi); Brakes (5 complaints, avg 2,315 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 3,027 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 19,579 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Kona Electric reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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