2022 Hyundai Kona N Owner Complaints
Complaint Summary
The 2022 Hyundai Kona N has 14 reported complaints.
- Top issues involve electrical system and engine.
Reliability Score
Reliability Score
Based on 14 complaints
Most Frequent Issues
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4 28.6%
ENGINE
3 21.4%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 14.3%
POWER TRAIN
2 14.3%
WHEELS
1 7.1%
Quick Insights
The top category is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, accounting for 28.6% of all complaints.
Owners have reported issues across 7 distinct vehicle systems.
Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.
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What owners keep reporting on the 2022 Hyundai Kona N
The 2022 Hyundai Kona N has 14 owner complaints in this dataset. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the most common complaint category, representing about 29% of the reports shown here.
Most common complaint categories
The top complaint groups for the 2022 Hyundai Kona N are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4), ENGINE (3), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2).
Are these complaints a serious red flag?
Potentially. 9 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.
What should buyers inspect on a used 2022 Hyundai Kona N?
Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.
Detailed Complaint Log
Showing 7 of 7 systems
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4 Reports29% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
Horn stopped functioning
10/8/2023
I bought a used from Route46Nissan. Horn wasn't working when I bought the car and battery was also dead which I had to pay out of pocket to replace. I realized that two tires have side bubbles and which is extremely unsafe which they sold the car like that with security issues. They sold me a warranty and they are not keeping their promises for the stuff that they need to fix
1/15/2024
ENGINE
3 Reports21% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
While driving on the interstate, the car went into limp mode (does not rev above 2000 rpm). I was unable to maintain speed or merge back into interstate. The dealership has inspected the vehicle, however, they confirm everything is normal. The car did give an engine error code of P132600 for Powertrain. This is the second time this issue has occurred, the dealership replaced the knock sensor the first time.
9/3/2024
While driving after a recent car wash, my car entered limp mode, limiting the engine to 2000 RPM. Multiple warning lights for electrical, safety, and engine issues appeared on the dashboard, and the error code P211800 was displayed. Despite being inspected at the dealership, the issue couldnât be reproduced, and the error code disappeared. This problem has occurred twice, but each time the dealership was unable to identify the cause since the error code was no longer present.
9/3/2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 Reports14% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
Horn stopped functioning
10/8/2023
Knock sensor code P1326 has set my car into limp mode twice from getting wet after a car wash once and the other driving on a rainy day. Both times the dealership has replaced the knock sensor. The car suddenly loosing power on the highway going 65pmh and stock at only able 2k rpm is not safe. It's a known issues that yet to receive a recall or at least permanent fix.
5/4/2025
POWER TRAIN
2 Reports14% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
While driving on the interstate, the car went into limp mode (does not rev above 2000 rpm). I was unable to maintain speed or merge back into interstate. The dealership has inspected the vehicle, however, they confirm everything is normal. The car did give an engine error code of P132600 for Powertrain. This is the second time this issue has occurred, the dealership replaced the knock sensor the first time.
9/3/2024
While driving after a recent car wash, my car entered limp mode, limiting the engine to 2000 RPM. Multiple warning lights for electrical, safety, and engine issues appeared on the dashboard, and the error code P211800 was displayed. Despite being inspected at the dealership, the issue couldnât be reproduced, and the error code disappeared. This problem has occurred twice, but each time the dealership was unable to identify the cause since the error code was no longer present.
9/3/2024
WHEELS
1 Report7% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
I bought a used from Route46Nissan. Horn wasn't working when I bought the car and battery was also dead which I had to pay out of pocket to replace. I realized that two tires have side bubbles and which is extremely unsafe which they sold the car like that with security issues. They sold me a warranty and they are not keeping their promises for the stuff that they need to fix
1/15/2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 Report7% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Kona N. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V528000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 22,000. VIN tool confirms part not available.
7/24/2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 Report7% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
There would be a stumble when accelerating up to highway speeds at random times. During acceleration on a highway on August 30, 2025, that stumble became constant and the engine light came on. Exhaust sounds was no longer smooth and constant but rather a constant sputter. Greater vibration was felt in the car anytime the accelerator was depressed. Pulled off the highway and can visually see the motor vibrating significantly. When accelerating from a stop or crawling speed, it struggles to move and I can feel the resistance of the car not wanting to accelerate. Auto parts store scanned the code and it came back as a misfire in cylinder 3. Concerned about engine damage, being stranded, or causing an accident, the car was dropped it off at the Hyundai dealership. At that time (around 2pm) I was far from home and the service center was closed. On 9/5/2025 I was notified that the fuel injectors will need to be replaced and they are currently on order.
9/5/2025
Data and Methodology
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
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- Complaint entries
- 14
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- Primary source
- NHTSA ODI owner complaint records
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