Hyundai Kona N years to avoid and best years

There are not enough Hyundai Kona N years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2022 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (7 complaints). 2022 through 2023 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2023 at 1 (from 4 complaints) and 2022 at 2 (from 7 complaints). On the 2022 Hyundai Kona N, 1 of 7 complaints name Electrical system, Unknown or other.

Data as of .

2022 Hyundai Kona N
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Most complaints

2022

2 per year · 7 complaints

Fewest complaints

2023

1 per year · 4 complaints

Fewest complaints

2022

2 per year · 7 complaints

Hyundai Kona N reliability by year

Most Fewest Other
2202212023

Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Hyundai Kona N. How we count.

By model year

Year Per year on the road Complaints Recalls Most-filed complaint Avg. combined MPG
2023 Fewest 1 4 1 Engine —
2022 Most 2 7 2 Electrical system, Unknown or other —

Years with a → link have a full model-year page.

What owners file about

Engine
2
Powertrain, Electrical system, Engine
2
Electrical system, Unknown or other
1
Electrical system, Unknown or other, Engine
1
Electrical system, Wheels
1
Fuel system, gasoline
1
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Powertrain, Engine
1
Steering, Suspension, Unknown or other
1

Generations

1st generation 2022–2023
20222023
Body styles
SUV
Oil
0W-30 · 5.5 qt capacity
Tire size
235/40R19, 235/45R18

Known issues for this generation

Recall 24V-528 covers certain 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona N vehicles, and also certain Veloster N, Genesis G70, and Elantra N vehicles: the fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power. Dealers update engine control module software and inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly as necessary. Recall 22V-746 covers certain 2022 Kona N vehicles among other Hyundai models: the fail-safe limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired; dealers inspect and replace the transmission as necessary and update transmission control unit software.

Frequently asked questions

Which Hyundai Kona N years have fewer owner complaints?

Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2023 at 1 (from 4 complaints) and 2022 at 2 (from 7 complaints).

Which Hyundai Kona N year has the most owner complaints?

2022 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (7 complaints). 2022 through 2023 are in that same range. On the 2022 Hyundai Kona N, 1 of 7 complaints name Electrical system, Unknown or other.

How do Hyundai Kona N owner complaints compare by year?

There are not enough Hyundai Kona N years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.

What engine oil does a US Hyundai Kona N use?

0W-30 With filter, about 5.5 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.

What tire sizes fit a US Hyundai Kona N?

Published US specs commonly list front 235/40R19, 235/45R18 and rear 235/40R19, 235/45R18; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.

What NHTSA recalls affect the US Hyundai Kona N?

Recall 24V-528 covers certain 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona N vehicles, and also certain Veloster N, Genesis G70, and Elantra N vehicles: the fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power. Dealers update engine control module software and inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly as necessary. Recall 22V-746 covers certain 2022 Kona N vehicles among other Hyundai models: the fail-safe limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired; dealers inspect and replace the transmission as necessary and update transmission control unit software.