2024 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
15 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
3,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2024 model year. Data snapshot: . 3 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 9 of 15 complaints (60.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 3 | 20.0% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 6.7% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 6.7% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 6.7% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Communication:Manufacturer Telematics | 1 |
| Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 |
Electrical System: 9; Exterior Lighting: 2; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 2; Power Train: 2; Communication:Manufacturer Telematics: 1; Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel: 1; Engine: 1; Exterior Lighting:Headlights: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 12 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 7 |
2024: 8; 2025: 7
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 3 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 1 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11603624 · 2024-07-21 (July 21, 2024)
As I slowed down to make a right hand turn, my battery light and engine light both came on. Then, a warning message flashed and beeped for about 15 seconds saying the engine was shutting off. I pulled over and the car put itself in park and shut off completely.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11603624 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11604288 · 2024-07-24 (July 24, 2024)
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the AEB feature was inadvertently activated. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the message “Engine off - Switch to Park or Neutral” was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. T…
Owner-reported narrative. 3,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11604288 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11618689 · 2024-10-08 (October 8, 2024)
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the instrument cluster, radio, and headlights inadvertently turned off for 20-30 seconds; however, the vehicle remained operational. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a loosened coaxial cable behind the radio, but no DTC codes were stored in any modules. The dealer related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 24-BE-013H (Software Reset for Connected Car Service (CCS) Disconnection). The dealer di…
Owner-reported narrative. 1,808 miles reported. Look up ODI 11618689 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11622329 · 2024-10-28 (October 28, 2024)
My 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric lost power several times while driving on roads and highways at various speeds. The first instance was on [XXX] near Burlington, MA on [XXX], and then it happened several other times before we were able to get the vehicle to a Hyundai dealership for diagnosis and repair. The power loss typically manifested in the vehicle stuck at about 20-25 mph despite generous use of the accelerator pedal (often to the floor). There were no error messages or similar diagnostic information provided before, during, or after moment…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11622329 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11623100 · 2024-11-01 (November 1, 2024)
Dead battery parasitic drawer. brand new 2024 Hyundai Kona purchase February 2024. The car has been in the repair shop four times for this issue. Service department cannot find the parasitic draw so they just give you a new battery. The battery has been replaced twice. the problem has been reproduce, and the battery has died at the dealership. The manufacturer has been contacted, but the parasitic draw they cannot find.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11623100 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11624004 · 2024-11-07 (November 7, 2024)
Parasitic draw on battery. Service departments cannot find its location. Manufacturer was notified .the safety issues. We never know when the car will shut off while driving or start.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11624004 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11628026 · 2024-11-30 (November 30, 2024)
Bluelink stopped working shortly after purchase of vehicle, hyundai will not fix it and bluelink will not fix it.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11628026 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11630438 · 2024-12-12 (December 12, 2024)
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the failure worsened while driving up an incline. The contact stated that on one occasion during the failure, the vehicle hesitated and the driver behind had to swerve and ended up striking the rear of another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and w…
Owner-reported narrative. 6,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11630438 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
1 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
26V452000 · Seat Belts: Rear/Other:Buckle Assembly
Reported: 2026-07-14 (July 14, 2026)
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.
Consequence: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗