Worst 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Propulsion System:Charging:Module:Accessory | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~9,029 vehicles.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Kona EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.
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.
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2021 Hyundai Kona Electric — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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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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