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Hyundai Kona II recalls: manufacturer campaigns

2 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns: 2
of 4 versions affected: 4

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

Version	Recalls
1.6 Hybride 141Hybrid · 141 hp 1.6 Hybride 129Hybrid · 129 hp Electric 48 kWh 156 chElectric · 156 hp Electric 65 kWh 218 chElectric · 218 hp	Rappel : logiciel de transmission Rappel : ceintures de sécurité arrière

Each campaign in detail

Rappel : logiciel de transmission
Manufacturer recall
Un rappel de 2024 (code 41D037) vise les Kona produits du 19.04.2023 au 27.12.2023 : le logiciel de transmission peut ne pas engager le mode d'urgence en cas de panne, d'où une décélération soudaine et grave. Source non officielle (Fiches-auto), à confirmer chez un concessionnaire.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
1.6 Hybride 141, 1.6 Hybride 129, Electric 48 kWh 156 ch, Electric 65 kWh 218 ch
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité Hyundai Kona 2 (2023) — Fiches-auto (new tab)
Rappel : ceintures de sécurité arrière
Manufacturer recall
Un rappel de 2024 (code 30D011) vise les Kona produits du 21.12.2022 au 30.01.2023 : les boucles de ceinture de la banquette arrière sont défectueuses et ne se verrouillent pas.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
1.6 Hybride 141, 1.6 Hybride 129, Electric 48 kWh 156 ch, Electric 65 kWh 218 ch
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité Hyundai Kona 2 (2023) — Fiches-auto (new tab)

Checking that a recall was done

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Check vehicle recalls (DVSA) (new tab) : for a car registered in the UK, by make, model and VIN.
RappelConso (new tab) : the official French recall website (DGCCRF): search for the make and model.
Safety Gate (new tab) : European alerts on dangerous products, vehicles included.

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

Model	Recalls	Known faults	Reliability
Hyundai Kona I	1	1	4.0/5
Hyundai Tucson IV	0	2	4.0/5
Kia Niro II (SG2)	1	1	4.5/5
Toyota Yaris Cross I	0	0	not rated
Kia EV3 I	0	1	4.0/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Hyundai Kona II had?

We have documented 2 manufacturer recalls for the Hyundai Kona II: Rappel : logiciel de transmission ; Rappel : ceintures de sécurité arrière.

Which versions of the Hyundai Kona II are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used Hyundai Kona II?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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