Worst 2023 Hyundai Kona Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 19 | — | — | 3,000 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | 47,000 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 7 | 3 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 6 | — | — | 43,333 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2023 Hyundai Kona
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~52,109 vehicles.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
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2023 Hyundai Kona — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Hyundai Kona reliable?
What are common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Kona?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Hyundai Kona?
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Should I buy a 2023 Hyundai Kona?
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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