2023 Hyundai Kona N Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Kona N years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Hyundai Kona N. That ranks 2nd out of 2 Kona N model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 75%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Hyundai Kona N problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 75% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Hyundai Kona N recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The knock sensor on the engine fails when exposed to any amount of water. The car is designed in a way that lets on too much. Itâs something that is VERY common amongst owners of these vehicles. Itâs a safety flaw that needs to be fixed because it puts the car in âlimpâ mode. That makes the…
After washing my '23 Kona N in a hand car wash, I experienced a sudden, complete loss of power as I was pulling into traffic immediately afterwards, nearly resulting in a rear-end collision. There was a flashing check engine light (CEL or MIL) on the dash, and I had to have the vehicle towed to a…
Car tends to jerk and almost jump when first pulling out of almost anywhere. Seems to have happened with other people with the same car. When you turn after pulling out sometimes, the car will jump and the suspension sounds like itâs jumping. The particular issue makes it hard to steer and can…
I took my vehicle through a touch free car wash. After the wash the vehicle sat for about 10 to 20 minutes while I dried off the exterior and cleaned out my interior. After leaving the car wash the car made it less than a mile down the road and illuminated a flashing check engine light with a…
Other Hyundai Kona N years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 Kona N | 7 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Hyundai Kona N a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Kona N model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.