2019 Hyundai Kona
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Hyundai Kona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 21 on record.
2019 Hyundai Kona at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2019 Hyundai Kona recalls 1
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.
Fix: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2019 Hyundai Kona common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 193 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2019 Hyundai Kona safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2019 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2019 Hyundai Kona MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2019 Hyundai Kona worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2019 Hyundai Kona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2019 Hyundai Kona trims & engines on record
2019 Hyundai Kona vehicles on record
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA0KU242609
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K2CAA0KU211380
2019 Hyundai Kona LimitedKM8K33AG8KU027824
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA3KU310157
2019 Hyundai Kona LimitedKM8K3CA51KU393896
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA9KU232967
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K22AA0KU210742
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K62AA6KU362254
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K22AA4KU388041
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K62AA2KU255301
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA0KU289807
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA6KU272309
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K2CAA2KU217343
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA8KU284452
2019 Hyundai Kona UltimateKM8K53A51KU368619
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K22AA5KU254090
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA1KU291842
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K2CAAXKU193583
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA1KU304346
2019 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K2CAA7KU197414
2019 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA9KU197109
Other Hyundai Kona model years
2019 Hyundai Kona — frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Hyundai Kona have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2019 Hyundai Kona. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Kona?
Across all 193 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, electrical system.
What is the 2019 Hyundai Kona safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2019 Hyundai Kona an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Hyundai Kona get?
The 2019 Hyundai Kona has U.S. EPA estimates of 27–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).
How much is a 2019 Hyundai Kona worth?
Comparable 2019 Hyundai Kona listings run roughly $16,995–$26,194, typically around $20,740 (from 18 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.