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Body and structurePart report

2020 Hyundai Kona Body and structure Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
1%of 162 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the body and structure of the 2020 Hyundai Kona, 1% of the 162 complaints for this model year.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I found the shark fin cover of antenna located on rear roof area was no longer there exposing the antenna and base to the elements. There appeared to be no damage surounding the area to show how cover might have come off. I have not taken the vehicle through any automated car washes and have not been in any accidents. I took the vehicle to the dealership to see if the warrantee would cover replacement but they determined that it was theft. I am wondering if this is a common problem for other Kona owners.”

NHTSA complaint #11423860, filed 2021-07

“2020 Hyundai Kona, ~36,300 miles. Driver's side door latch assembly. On or around May 9, 2026, an abnormal mechanical noise began coming from inside the driver's door whenever the key fob lock/unlock button was pressed, consistent with a failing latch actuator. I booked a service appointment, and on May 15, 2026, an authorized Hyundai dealership confirmed the defect and recommended full replacement of the driver's door latch assembly. The vehicle is available for inspection. A latch that does not reliably operate is a serious safety risk. The driver's door is the primary egress point. …”

NHTSA complaint #11738158, filed 2026-05

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Body and structure: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026110%
2025311%
202412%
202312%
202111%
202021%
201953%
201834%

Other parts of the 2020 Hyundai Kona

Engine
109 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
20 complaints
Other or unknown
17 complaints
Electrical system
11 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
7 complaints
Steering
7 complaints
Vehicle speed control
7 complaints
Engine cooling
4 complaints
Fuel system
4 complaints
Brakes
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Lane departure
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2020 Hyundai Kona

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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