Recalls ·2019 Hyundai Kona AWD

2019 Hyundai Kona AWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Hyundai Kona AWD; the most frequently affected component is engine. Owners filed 191 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 10 model years of this model in the database, 2019 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints191
Crashes reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

EngineCampaign 21V301000 · 28 Apr 2021

Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine31 · 78%
Engine and engine cooling5 · 12%
Unknown or other3 · 8%
Power train3 · 8%
Structure2 · 5%
Vehicle speed control2 · 5%
Electrical system2 · 5%
Fuel/propulsion system1 · 2%

When complaints were filed

20254
202636

From owner complaints

The car's engine stuttered after pressing on gas pedal when engine is cold. When pressing on gas pedal from idle position at STOP sign, engine does not switch from 1st -> 2nd gear.

Engine · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

I believe that I’m leaking oil somewhere and that it’s due to the recall with the piston oil rings that’s on my car

Engine · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Vehicle Safety Complaint Narrative On Saturday, December 6, 2025, I brought my 2019 Hyundai Kona to Millennium Hyundai in Hempstead, New York, the dealership where the vehicle was purchased, for evaluation due to engine safety concerns. While driving the vehicle, we heard a knocking sound coming from the engine. One…

Engine · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

I am reporting a recurring safety issue involving engine stalling in active traffic due to excessive oil loss and internal component failure. This has occurred three times within approximately 12,000 miles and has created dangerous conditions for my family, including my 2.5 year old child who rides in the vehicle.…

Unknown or other · Feb 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20180
20191
20202
20211
20220
20231
20244
20251
20263
20270

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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