NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2025 Hyundai Kona. The most recent was reported on July 14, 2026.
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July 14, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · Campaign 26V-452
What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Kona Electric and 2024-2026 Kona vehicles. The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.
Risk: A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Passengers are advised not to use the rear center seat until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 306. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 15, 2026.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2025 Hyundai Kona, the most recent reported on July 14, 2026. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.
What parts have been recalled on the 2025 Hyundai Kona?
Seat belts (1).
Are recall repairs free?
In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.