2025 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls and problems

The 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

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Complaints
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Recalls may cover only some 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls

Recall 26V-452: Seat Belts

Reported Jul 14, 2026 · 47,787 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Kona Electric and 2024-2026 Kona vehicles. The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.

Risk: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Passengers are advised not to use the rear center seat until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 306. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 15, 2026.

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Aug 1, 2025
I was driving at 930pm in the dark at a speed of 30 mph and the car completely shut off all power. No warning signs. Just completely lost power. No headlights or interior lights. I was able to brake and stop the car and restarted it to continue on. Lu ckily I was on neighborhood roads with street lights and little traffic. This could have been extremely dangerous on a road with no lighting and a high speed. I am now scared to let my new teen driver use this car and we bought the car for her! The car was at 47 percent battery and only has 5000 miles on it. Seems in my current research this is…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric: 26V-452 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (1 reports).

Are Hyundai recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.