Things to consider when insuring one
Fire-risk recall: park it outside until it’s fixed
NHTSA advises parking affected cars outside and away from buildings. A fire in an attached garage can become a home insurance claim as well as an auto one, so get the repair done first.
5-star overall crash rating
NHTSA’s top crash rating. Crash protection affects injury claims, which make up a large share of what auto insurance pays out.
Driver-assist sensors come standard
They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.
Most owner complaints are about the electrical system
26 of 66 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.
1 recall
- Park outsideNHTSA 23V526000 · Jul 27, 2023
power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: pump
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
- The risk
- An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Crash test ratings
2023 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 14%
2023 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 14%
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric SUV FWD
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
- Not rated
What owners report
66 complaints to NHTSA, 4 involving a crash, 3 injuries.
- Electrical system26
- Unknown or other19
- Forward collision avoidance13
- Power train10
- Engine8
- Vehicle speed control7
- Fuel/propulsion system4
- Service brakes3
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Other 2023 Hyundai models
Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.