2019 Hyundai Kona Electric electrical system problems

42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric — 78% of all complaints for this model year.

Electrical System complaints

78%

share of all complaints

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median reported incident mileage

0 / 2

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“Component Failed: Electric transmission/drive unit failed twice before 150,000 miles. Still in vehicle, available for inspection. Safety Risk: Loss of propulsion while driving creates risk of being rear-ended or stranded in dangerous traffic conditions. Right now the car is not drivable Confirmed…”
filed Aug 15, 2025
“The Charging unit made by Enel X called a JuiceBox 40 failed to complete a charge. Upon examination of the charger it was determined that the plug from the unit to the 240V receptacle was fused to the outlet and could not be removed. When my electrician opened the box he was able to force the plug…”
filed Jan 18, 2025

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure…
25-01-024H-1 TSB · Service Campaign · issued May 8, 2025
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. If you are…
25-01-024H EM · Service Campaign · issued Apr 7, 2025
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure…
25-01-024H TSB · Service Campaign · issued Mar 18, 2025