2024 Hyundai Kona Electric: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric: 1 recall, 15 owner complaints and up to 118 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V452000 · 2026 · 47,787 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat May fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.
Why it matters: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (10): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), electrical failure (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric has 15 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 7 Kona Electric model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 21). Complaints peaked in 2024 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 3,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (5 complaints, 0 recalls), 2025 (1 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (99 kW PMSM) | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 131e | 105e | 118e | Electricity |
| Electric (150 kW PMSM) | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 129e | 103e | 116e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (10), forward collision avoidance (3), exterior lights (3).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric get?
EPA ratings run up to 118 mpg combined, across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric repair manual?
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