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2023 Hyundai Kona recalls and problems

The 2023 Hyundai Kona has 1 safety recall and 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Urgent: recall 23V-526 carries a "park outside" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
Recalls
1
Complaints
67
Crashes / fires
4 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2023 Hyundai Kona vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2023 Hyundai Kona recalls

Recall 23V-526: Power Train

Park outsideReported Jul 27, 2023 · 52,109 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

Problem: 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.

Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

2023 Hyundai Kona problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System27
Unknown or Other20
Forward Collision Avoidance15
Power Train10
Engine8
Vehicle Speed Control7
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Lane Departure4
Service Brakes3
Exterior Lighting1
Air Bags1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 7
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 7
  • Electrical System › Horn — 6
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
  • Lane Departure › Warning — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 56,144 miles (median of owner reports).

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 2023 Hyundai Kona complaints

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

Unknown or Other · reported Nov 11, 2026
I’ve had 2 Kona’s now and between both of them the horn has stopped working 8 times. Resulting in me sitting at the dealership for 3 hours each while they fix it. Hyundai will not issue a recall on these cars but instead extended the warranty to 120k miles for the horn. The dealership told me they now have to order the horns by VIN # because they break so frequently. Have been driving around for over a week with no working horn which presents a SIGNIFICANT safety issue while driving on the roads.
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 3, 2026
The horn on my 2023 Hyundai Kona has failed for the THIRD time. This is a dangerous situation. The time before this I barely avoided an accident when a pickup truck was accelerating very fast in reverse from a driveway and didn't see me. Luckily no one was in the oncoming traffic lane and I was able to accelerate into that lane and avoid an accident. But I could not warn him, my horn wasn't working. I can't warn anyone that they're about to drive into my space/lane. IT ISN'T SAFE. Hyundai needs to permanently fix the horns. I have to test mine everyday when I start my vehicle. I shouldn't have…
Engine · at 56,144 miles · reported Sep 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving 64 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power with reduced acceleration. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the valve and boost solenoid needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 56,144.
Electrical System · reported Sep 9, 2026
I was in a rotary and there were two lanes and they both exited to a bridge. I was on the outside lane of the rotary and when exiting the rotary the car from the inside cut me off and I was unable to alert the driver because me HORN wasn't working. I blew out 2 tires hitting a curb and needed to be towed.State police arrived on the other side of the bridge. My HORN has been replaced by the dealer 3 times now.
Electrical System · reported Aug 11, 2026
Dear Hyundai Motor America Consumer Affairs, My name is [XXX], and I am submitting this correspondence as a formal safety and customer-service complaint concerning my 2023 Hyundai Kona SEL, the recurring failure of its horn, and the treatment I received at Capitol Hyundai in San Jose, California. I am requesting that Hyundai Motor America immediately open a corporate case, investigate the dealership’s handling of this matter, preserve all relevant records, and provide me with a written resolution. This complaint involves an unresolved vehicle safety concern. My vehicle’s horn has failed…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Hyundai Kona: 23V-526 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Hyundai Kona?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (27 reports), followed by unknown or other (20). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 56,144 miles.

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.