2020 Hyundai Venue Problems
Compared with other Hyundai Venue years
Typical for this model
55/100 1.1× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 1.1× that of a typical Hyundai Venue year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 18 of its 42 complaints were filed by the end of 2022.
- Most reported part: Other or unknown (13 complaints, median 5,700 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2022
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 42filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 9,000miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 32 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl FWD · 30 city / 34 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2020 Hyundai Venue (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Venue. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 13 complaints (31% of the total), followed by seat belts (8) and transmission and drivetrain (8). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 9,000 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 73 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part. Compared with the other 2 Hyundai Venue model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 55 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown13 31%
- Seat belts8 19%
- Electrical system5 12%
- Engine3 7.1%
- Exterior lighting3 7.1%
- Steering3 7.1%
- Vehicle speed control3 7.1%
- Brakes2 4.8%
Also reported: Lane departure (2), Air bags (1), Electronic stability control (1), Engine cooling (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “Forward collision-avoidance assist is not working! I noticed online, others are reporting the same issue. Videos online from Hyundai's own site states there should be 3 warnings when approaching a moving or stationary car/object. We took the car in for diagnosis and they say then cant reproduce the problem. Not sure how can a non working system be reproduced. A 2020 civic has this system and is overly sensitive, this one does not even work. We are concerned since the car is great but this safety system is a gimmick.”
NHTSA complaint #11364766, filed 2020-10, 400 milesSeat belts: “I have two serious complaints about this vehicle. I am 5 ft 2 in tall. The seatbelt consistently slides across my neck causing distraction while driving. One would think that manufacturers would have figured this out by now. Almost all vehicles do this to anyone under 5ft 3in tall. Can’t tell me that when they add expensive sensors the seatbelt adjustment would be all that expensive to fix. Also- I have three grandchildren two in car seats one rear facing. It is not safe for me to travel with all three in the backseat. …”
NHTSA complaint #11671257, filed 2025-07Transmission and drivetrain: “I've owned this car since October 26, 2022. I noticed that my gas pedal is spongy and doesn't want to go or after I've stopped for a stop sign or a light. It was only happening every so often when I first got it but now it's happening at least once a week. My local CarX, whom I've been taking my vehicles to since 2013 and have a great relationship with, has looked at everything and can't find a cause. They told me to file a complaint to see if a recall is in the works for this transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #11662444, filed 2025-05Electrical system: “The horn on my steering wheel has stopped working for the second time even after malfunctioning and broken part was replaced a few months ago. I noticed now that I once again have no horn sound when pressing on the steering wheel. The car is up for inspection in July and I have to take it back to the dealership once again to diagnosis this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11422411, filed 2021-06Mileage when problems were reported
67% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,400 and 52,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 Hyundai Venue. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue · hatchback FWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 14.3% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2020 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking optional.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2020 Hyundai Venue version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | CVT | 30 | 34 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Venue FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 22V458000Jun 27, 2022Seat belts › FrontCovers: Hyundai Venue 2020–2021, 2026
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Venue vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Recall details for the 2020 Hyundai Venue → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 73 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038456Oct 7, 2026Engine. Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles…
- 11031400Apr 18, 2026Engine, Electrical system. Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary…
- 11032523Apr 10, 2026Air bags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile…
- 11032522Apr 10, 2026Air bags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo…
- 11026704Dec 19, 2025Electrical system. In response to this trend, we engineered a software upgrade that addresses the social media theft method and made it available to owners of eligible models free of charge at authorized Hyundai…
- 11027035Dec 15, 2025Electrical system. Upon customer's request ONLY, the Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 25-01-089H provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft…
- 11027034Dec 15, 2025Electrical system. In addition to the Anti-Theft software provided under Service Campaign 993 (TSB 24-01-009H-1), a zinc reinforced ignition cylinder protector hardware upgrade is being made available to customers…
- 11027033Dec 15, 2025Electrical system. This bulletin provides the service procedure for installation of a key cylinder reinforcement protector assembly and two anti-theft decals on the front windows.
- 11025476Nov 6, 2025Exterior lighting. This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates…
- 11024542Oct 21, 2025Other or unknown. Certain 2020 – 2025 model year Venue vehicles may experience an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. At Hyundai, we are committed to providing…
Other model years of the Hyundai Venue
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19 | 61,700 | 1 | 4 | 31 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 24 | 19,680 | 0 | 4 | 31 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 27 | 9,000 | 0 | 4 | 31 | 27 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2021 | 28 | 5,809 | 2 | 4 | 31 | 50 · Typical | Stable |
| 2020 | 42 | 9,000 | 1 | 4 | 32 | 55 · Typical | Stable |
All Hyundai Venue model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2020 Hyundai Venue have?
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Venue as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2020 Hyundai Venue is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 13 complaints (31% of the total), followed by seat belts with 8.
Has the 2020 Hyundai Venue been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2020 Hyundai Venue do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2020 Hyundai Venue 4 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Venue get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Hyundai Venue (Venue, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 32 mpg combined, 30 city and 34 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2020 Hyundai Venue reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 9,000 miles and the middle half falls between 3,400 and 52,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.