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Hyundai Kona by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 10 model years of the Hyundai Kona (2018–2027). The 2027 model is rated 26–31 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 15 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Hyundai Kona years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Kona | 4 | 26–31 mpg | — | — | 4/5 |
| 2026 Kona | 6 | 26–31 mpg | 3 | 10 | 4/5 |
| 2025 Kona | 9 | 26–31 mpg · 103–118 MPGe | 1 | 29 | 4/5 |
| 2024 Kona | 8 | 26–31 mpg · 116–118 MPGe | 4 | 68 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Kona | 6 | 23–32 mpg · 120 MPGe | 2 | 75 | 5/5 |
| 2022 Kona | 6 | 23–32 mpg · 120 MPGe | 2 | 130 | 5/5 |
| 2021 Kona | 5 | 27–30 mpg · 120 MPGe | 3 | 147 | 5/5 |
| 2020 Kona | 5 | 27–30 mpg · 120 MPGe | 5 | 189 | 5/5 |
| 2019 Kona | 5 | 27–30 mpg · 120 MPGe | 4 | 252 | 5/5 |
| 2018 Kona | 4 | 27–30 mpg | 0 | 75 | — |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Hyundai Kona recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Hyundai Kona year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V452000 — Seat belts: Rear/other: Buckle assembly, reported Jul 14, 2026; model years 2024, 2025, 2026
- 26V069000 — Steering: Linkages: Knuckle: Spindle: Arm, reported Feb 5, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V047000 — Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel, reported Jan 26, 2026; model years 2026
- 24V528000 — Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump: Control/drive module, reported Jul 11, 2024; model years 2022, 2023
- 24V308000 — Engine and engine cooling: Exhaust system: Emission control: Gas recirculation valve (egr valve), reported May 1, 2024; model years 2024
- 23V901000 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: Cables, reported Dec 26, 2023; model years 2024
- 23V650000 — Seat belts: Rear/other: Retractor, reported Sep 22, 2023; model years 2024
- 23V526000 — Power train: Automatic transmission: Fluid/lubricant: Pump, reported Jul 27, 2023; model years 2023
- 22V941000 — Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery: Thermal management: Fluid/coolant, reported Dec 16, 2022; model years 2021
- 22V746000 — Power train: Automatic transmission, reported Oct 6, 2022; model years 2022
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 28, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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