Complaints
133
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2022 Hyundai Kona Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#130 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:29,669 mi
#218 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:13,421 mi
#315 complaints
Transmission / Drivetrain
Avg mileage:21,481 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Hyundai Kona.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 30 | — | — | 29,669 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | — | — | 13,421 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 15 | — | — | 21,481 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brakes | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Coil | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
30
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
29,669
Electrical Faults
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
13,421
Transmission / Drivetrain
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,481
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Coil
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2022 Hyundai Kona — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2022 Hyundai Kona has 133 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 30 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Kona?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (30 complaints, avg 29,669 mi); Electrical Faults (18 complaints, avg 13,421 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (15 complaints, avg 21,481 mi). 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 2022 Hyundai Kona?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 23,077 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Kona?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Kona include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 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 2022 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 Hyundai Kona as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2022 Hyundai Kona?
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 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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