The most-reported Kona N run is KM8KH3AC4NU (2022 builds) with 3 complaints, 2.5× the typical run. Engine problems make up 29% of reports; NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for Kona N model years 2022–2023.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Kona N has 9 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 64% of every Kona N complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KM8KH3AC4NU•••••• | 2022 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC7NU•••••• | 2022 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC0NU•••••• | 2022 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC2NU•••••• | 2022 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC6NU•••••• | 2022 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC2PU•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC5PU•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC3PU•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| KM8KH3AC7PU•••••• | 2023 | — | — |
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | — | |
| 2022 | 7 | 5 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2022 at 1.4 complaints per run; lightest is 2023 at 1. The 2023 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 29% of everything Hyundai Kona N owners report: Engine, 6 of 11 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Wheels | — | — | |
| Fuel System | — | — | |
| Gasoline | — | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on the Hyundai Kona N; the 2 below cover build years 2022 to 2023. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 24V528000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/drive Module | 2022–2023 |
| 22V746000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 2022 |
24V528000 was opened in 2024 on cars built from 2022: 2 years on the road before the recall.
The Kona N against its rivals
The Kona N draws 1.2 complaints per production run; the Toyota RAV4 2.3, the Jeep Wrangler 4.7 and the Subaru Crosstrek 1.8. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Kona N | 11 | 9 | 0% | |
| Toyota RAV4 | 8,453 | 3,661 | 8.5% | |
| Jeep Wrangler | 14,316 | 3,055 | 3.2% | |
| Subaru Crosstrek | 1,130 | 637 | 5.1% |
How serious were they
| Outcome | Hyundai Kona N | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 11 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Hyundai Kona N share of that is 11 complaints over 9 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Kona N VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 11 NHTSA complaints from 9 Kona N runs and 2 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Kona N production run has the most complaints?
KM8KH3AC4NU, a 2022 build, with 3 complaints. The typical Kona N run has 1.2.
Which Kona N years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2022 is heaviest at 1.4 complaints per run and 2023 lightest at 1.
Does the Kona N get more complaints than the Toyota RAV4?
No: 1.2 complaints per production run for the Kona N against 2.3 for the Toyota RAV4.
How many Kona N complaints involve a crash?
0% of 11 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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