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2.7}, {"year": 2019, "count": 1, "share": 0.4}, {"year": 2020, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"year": 2021, "count": 2, "share": 1.4}, {"year": 2022, "count": 2, "share": 1.6}, {"year": 2023, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"year": 2024, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"year": 2025, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "recent_12m": 0, "prior_12m": 0, "recent_trend": null, "keywords": []}], "worst_year": 2019, "best_year": 2018, "years_high": [], "years_low": [2018], "avg_per_year": 22.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.53, "idx_vs_segment": 0.91, "band": "fewer", "trend": {"label": "worsening", "pct": 235.0, "from_years": [2018, 2019], "to_years": [2023, 2024], "from_idx": 0.18, "to_idx": 0.62, "from_early": 15, "to_early": 47}, "filed_by_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 10}, {"year": 2019, "count": 12}, {"year": 2020, "count": 29}, {"year": 2021, "count": 177}, {"year": 2022, "count": 115}, {"year": 2023, "count": 113}, {"year": 2024, "count": 139}, {"year": 2025, "count": 191}, {"year": 2026, "count": 142}], "recent_12m": 197, "prior_12m": 179, "recent_trend": "steady", "recent_pct": 10.0, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 216, "share": 23.3}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 181, "share": 19.5}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 157, "share": 16.9}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 167, "share": 18.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 207, "share": 22.3}], "median_age_months": 29, "keywords": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 188, "ratio": 3.6}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 371, "ratio": 1.9}, {"term": "piston", "docs": 45, "ratio": 15.0}, {"term": "horn", "docs": 52, "ratio": 8.7}, {"term": "stalled", "docs": 87, "ratio": 3.3}, {"term": "rings", "docs": 31, "ratio": 21.9}, {"term": "knocking", "docs": 47, "ratio": 5.8}, {"term": "consumption", "docs": 44, "ratio": 5.5}], "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2022], "open": false}], "segment_rank": 4, "segment_n": 6, "peers": [{"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "avg_per_year": 10.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.25, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 243, "recalls": 7, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 1, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "avg_per_year": 21.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.52, "top_group": "structure", "complaints": 881, "recalls": 13, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 2, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Corolla Cross", "avg_per_year": 21.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.52, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 288, "recalls": 7, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 3, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "avg_per_year": 22.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.53, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 928, "recalls": 12, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 4, "self": true}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Seltos", "avg_per_year": 22.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.54, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 534, "recalls": 4, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 5, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "avg_per_year": 42.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.01, "top_group": "structure", "complaints": 1452, "recalls": 12, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 6, "self": false}], "changed": "2026-09-04"}, "model_years": [{"first_filed": "2018-04-30", "last_filed": "2026-07-21", "median_filing_delay_days": 16, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 74, "crashes": 9, "fires": 10, "injuries": 12, "deaths": 0, "severe": 15, "severe_share": 20.3, "injuries_per_100": 16.2, "per_year": 8.5, "age_years": 8.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 43, "share": 58.1, "ratio": 2.62}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 12, "share": 16.2, "ratio": 1.81}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 6, "share": 8.1, "ratio": 0.51}, {"group": "structure", "count": 4, "share": 5.4, "ratio": 0.59}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 0.71}, {"group": "adas", "count": 2, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 0.47}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 2, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 1.08}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 2, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 1.73}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 1, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.12}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 9}, {"year": 2019, "count": 4}, {"year": 2020, "count": 3}, {"year": 2021, "count": 5}, {"year": 2022, "count": 5}, {"year": 2023, "count": 11}, {"year": 2024, "count": 12}, {"year": 2025, "count": 14}, {"year": 2026, "count": 11}], "early": 13, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 12, "share": 16.2}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 2, "share": 2.7}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 3, "share": 4.1}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 13, "share": 17.6}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 44, "share": 59.5}], "median_age_months": 69, "recent_12m": 16, "prior_12m": 14, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 0, "recall_list": [], "recall_groups": [], "recall_covered_share": 0.0, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2018, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:03+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.2, "idx_vs_make": 0.15, "idx_vs_year": 0.17, "idx_vs_segment": 0.35, "early_idx": 0.15, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 13, "n_in_year": 73, "peers_year": [{"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 8.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.2, "complaints": 74, "self": true}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 18.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.43, "complaints": 156, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 22.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.53, "complaints": 194, "self": false}], "prev_year": null, "next_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 31.4, "complaints": 241}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 23, "ratio": 9.5}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 34, "ratio": 3.8}, {"term": "burning", "docs": 8, "ratio": 17.4}, {"term": "smoke", "docs": 7, "ratio": 11.7}, {"term": "knocking", "docs": 6, "ratio": 16.0}, {"term": "fire", "docs": 8, "ratio": 6.8}], "hvac": [{"term": "blind", "docs": 3, "ratio": 28.6}, {"term": "weather", "docs": 3, "ratio": 14.6}, {"term": "traffic", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.1}, {"term": "warning", "docs": 5, "ratio": 1.8}, {"term": "speed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 2.3}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2018-12-25", "last_filed": "2026-08-18", "median_filing_delay_days": 28, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 241, "crashes": 13, "fires": 6, "injuries": 7, "deaths": 0, "severe": 17, "severe_share": 7.1, "injuries_per_100": 2.9, "per_year": 31.4, "age_years": 7.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 139, "share": 57.7, "ratio": 2.6}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 45, "share": 18.7, "ratio": 1.19}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 14, "share": 5.8, "ratio": 0.5}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 11, "share": 4.6, "ratio": 0.51}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 9, "share": 3.7, "ratio": 0.86}, {"group": "structure", "count": 6, "share": 2.5, "ratio": 0.27}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 5, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.55}, {"group": "adas", "count": 4, "share": 1.7, "ratio": 0.3}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 3, "share": 1.2, "ratio": 0.2}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 0.8, "ratio": 0.44}, {"group": "steering", "count": 1, "share": 0.4, "ratio": 0.06}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 1, "share": 0.4, "ratio": 0.16}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 1, "share": 0.4, "ratio": 0.26}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 1}, {"year": 2019, "count": 8}, {"year": 2020, "count": 9}, {"year": 2021, "count": 62}, {"year": 2022, "count": 33}, {"year": 2023, "count": 23}, {"year": 2024, "count": 34}, {"year": 2025, "count": 39}, {"year": 2026, "count": 32}], "early": 18, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 12, "share": 5.0}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 17, "share": 7.1}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 70, "share": 29.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 46, "share": 19.1}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 96, "share": 39.8}], "median_age_months": 48, "recent_12m": 44, "prior_12m": 34, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 4, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "21V301000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-04-28", "component": "ENGINE", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.  In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V127000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-03-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles.  The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.", "consequence": "An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete.  Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update.  Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary.  Repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021.  Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V748000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2019, "received": "2020-12-01", "component": "SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles.  The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.", "consequence": "Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge.  The recall began January 25, 2021.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V630000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2019, "received": "2020-10-13", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles.  The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.", "consequence": "An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Battery Management System (BMS) software and inspect the Li-ion battery, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.  Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete.  The recall began November 13, 2020.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 196.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["brakes", "electrical", "engine"], "recall_covered_share": 77.6, "park_warnings": 2, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2019, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:08+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.75, "idx_vs_make": 0.57, "idx_vs_year": 0.69, "idx_vs_segment": 1.28, "early_idx": 0.22, "band": "fewer", "rank_in_year": 41, "n_in_year": 76, "peers_year": [{"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 30.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.72, "complaints": 231, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 31.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.75, "complaints": 241, "self": true}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 37.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.88, "complaints": 284, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2018, "per_year": 8.5, "complaints": 74}, "next_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 27.6, "complaints": 184}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "engine", "docs": 107, "ratio": 3.7}, {"term": "oil", "docs": 64, "ratio": 8.1}, {"term": "piston", "docs": 18, "ratio": 40.0}, {"term": "rings", "docs": 13, "ratio": 61.4}, {"term": "stalled", "docs": 27, "ratio": 6.8}, {"term": "consumption", "docs": 18, "ratio": 14.9}], "electrical": [{"term": "notification electrical", "docs": 17, "ratio": 79.5}, {"term": "system recall", "docs": 14, "ratio": 58.2}, {"term": "electrical system", "docs": 18, "ratio": 22.4}, {"term": "battery", "docs": 24, "ratio": 8.6}, {"term": "distribution disconnect", "docs": 14, "ratio": 19.6}, {"term": "reasonable", "docs": 17, "ratio": 8.8}], "transmission": [{"term": "clutch", "docs": 3, "ratio": 43.9}, {"term": "accelerate", "docs": 4, "ratio": 7.6}, {"term": "transmission", "docs": 4, "ratio": 3.6}, {"term": "needs", "docs": 3, "ratio": 5.1}, {"term": "light", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2020-02-13", "last_filed": "2026-08-31", "median_filing_delay_days": 14, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 184, "crashes": 9, "fires": 3, "injuries": 12, "deaths": 1, "severe": 12, "severe_share": 6.5, "injuries_per_100": 6.5, "per_year": 27.6, "age_years": 6.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 109, "share": 59.2, "ratio": 2.67}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 23, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 0.79}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 13, "share": 7.1, "ratio": 0.61}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 11, "share": 6.0, "ratio": 0.67}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 7, "share": 3.8, "ratio": 0.63}, {"group": "adas", "count": 6, "share": 3.3, "ratio": 0.58}, {"group": "steering", "count": 5, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 0.42}, {"group": "structure", "count": 3, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.17}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 1.1, "ratio": 0.29}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 2, "share": 1.1, "ratio": 0.44}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 1.1, "ratio": 0.61}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 1, "share": 0.5, "ratio": 0.12}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2020, "count": 17}, {"year": 2021, "count": 74}, {"year": 2022, "count": 14}, {"year": 2023, "count": 15}, {"year": 2024, "count": 11}, {"year": 2025, "count": 30}, {"year": 2026, "count": 23}], "early": 91, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 25, "share": 13.6}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 72, "share": 39.1}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 14, "share": 7.6}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 22, "share": 12.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 51, "share": 27.7}], "median_age_months": 22, "recent_12m": 35, "prior_12m": 20, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 5, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "21V301000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-04-28", "component": "ENGINE", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.  In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V127000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-03-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles.  The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.", "consequence": "An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete.  Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update.  Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary.  Repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021.  Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V748000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2020, "received": "2020-12-01", "component": "SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles.  The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.", "consequence": "Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge.  The recall began January 25, 2021.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V630000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2020, "received": "2020-10-13", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles.  The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.", "consequence": "An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Battery Management System (BMS) software and inspect the Li-ion battery, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.  Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete.  The recall began November 13, 2020.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 196.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V022000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2020, "received": "2020-01-17", "component": "EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles.  The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, \"Certification\" and 110, \"Tire Selection and Rims.\"", "consequence": "An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge.  The recall began March 2, 2020.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 187.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["brakes", "electrical", "engine", "hvac"], "recall_covered_share": 81.5, "park_warnings": 2, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2020, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:14+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.66, "idx_vs_make": 0.5, "idx_vs_year": 0.73, "idx_vs_segment": 1.12, "early_idx": 1.6, "band": "fewer", "rank_in_year": 45, "n_in_year": 82, "peers_year": [{"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "per_year": 4.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.11, "complaints": 32, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 10.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.24, "complaints": 68, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 12.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 83, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 27.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.66, "complaints": 184, "self": true}], "prev_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 31.4, "complaints": 241}, "next_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 24.9, "complaints": 141}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "engine", "docs": 86, "ratio": 3.8}, {"term": "oil", "docs": 44, "ratio": 7.1}, {"term": "recall", "docs": 65, "ratio": 3.1}, {"term": "test", "docs": 21, "ratio": 8.8}, {"term": "piston", "docs": 12, "ratio": 34.0}, {"term": "stalled", "docs": 20, "ratio": 6.4}], "electrical": [{"term": "electrical system", "docs": 7, "ratio": 17.0}, {"term": "battery", "docs": 10, "ratio": 7.0}, {"term": "notification electrical", "docs": 5, "ratio": 45.7}, {"term": "system recall", "docs": 5, "ratio": 40.7}, {"term": "reasonable", "docs": 7, "ratio": 7.1}, {"term": "exceeded", "docs": 6, "ratio": 6.4}], "transmission": [{"term": "gear", "docs": 6, "ratio": 11.2}, {"term": "transmission", "docs": 7, "ratio": 6.7}, {"term": "accelerate", "docs": 4, "ratio": 8.2}, {"term": "traffic", "docs": 5, "ratio": 4.7}, {"term": "reverse", "docs": 3, "ratio": 9.0}, {"term": "move", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.9}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2021-04-02", "last_filed": "2026-08-21", "median_filing_delay_days": 20, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 141, "crashes": 3, "fires": 4, "injuries": 3, "deaths": 0, "severe": 6, "severe_share": 4.3, "injuries_per_100": 2.1, "per_year": 24.9, "age_years": 5.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 81, "share": 57.4, "ratio": 2.59}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 18, "share": 12.8, "ratio": 1.43}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 12, "share": 8.5, "ratio": 0.54}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 10, "share": 7.1, "ratio": 0.61}, {"group": "adas", "count": 4, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.49}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 3, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.35}, {"group": "structure", "count": 3, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.23}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 3, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.84}, {"group": "other", "count": 3, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 1.16}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 2, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.9}, {"group": "steering", "count": 1, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.11}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 1, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.18}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2021, "count": 27}, {"year": 2022, "count": 24}, {"year": 2023, "count": 17}, {"year": 2024, "count": 19}, {"year": 2025, "count": 29}, {"year": 2026, "count": 25}], "early": 51, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 31, "share": 22.0}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 28, "share": 19.9}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 15, "share": 10.6}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 51, "share": 36.2}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 16, "share": 11.3}], "median_age_months": 35, "recent_12m": 30, "prior_12m": 32, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 1, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "21V301000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-04-28", "component": "ENGINE", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.  In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["engine"], "recall_covered_share": 57.4, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2021, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:20+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.59, "idx_vs_make": 0.45, "idx_vs_year": 0.65, "idx_vs_segment": 1.01, "early_idx": 0.83, "band": "fewer", "rank_in_year": 47, "n_in_year": 85, "peers_year": [{"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 11.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.26, "complaints": 63, "self": false}, {"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "per_year": 17.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.42, "complaints": 100, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 20.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.48, "complaints": 115, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 24.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.59, "complaints": 141, "self": true}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Seltos", "per_year": 64.0, "idx_vs_all": 1.52, "complaints": 363, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 27.6, "complaints": 184}, "next_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 26.3, "complaints": 123}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 34, "ratio": 7.4}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 56, "ratio": 3.3}, {"term": "stalled", "docs": 19, "ratio": 8.2}, {"term": "piston", "docs": 10, "ratio": 38.1}, {"term": "rings", "docs": 7, "ratio": 56.8}, {"term": "consumption", "docs": 10, "ratio": 14.2}], "hvac": [{"term": "refill inverter", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1598.7}, {"term": "inverter coolant", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1065.8}, {"term": "flushes", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1498.8}, {"term": "trained", "docs": 3, "ratio": 557.7}, {"term": "electric", "docs": 5, "ratio": 20.6}, {"term": "sel", "docs": 3, "ratio": 124.3}], "electrical": [{"term": "electric", "docs": 5, "ratio": 31.0}, {"term": "inoperable", "docs": 3, "ratio": 18.0}, {"term": "charge", "docs": 3, "ratio": 14.0}, {"term": "provided", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.9}, {"term": "unsafe", "docs": 3, "ratio": 6.6}, {"term": "local", "docs": 4, "ratio": 3.8}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2021-09-07", "last_filed": "2026-08-05", "median_filing_delay_days": 5, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 123, "crashes": 4, "fires": 0, "injuries": 1, "deaths": 0, "severe": 4, "severe_share": 3.3, "injuries_per_100": 0.8, "per_year": 26.3, "age_years": 4.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 37, "share": 30.1, "ratio": 1.36}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 32, "share": 26.0, "ratio": 1.65}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 16, "share": 13.0, "ratio": 1.45}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 11, "share": 8.9, "ratio": 0.77}, {"group": "adas", "count": 9, "share": 7.3, "ratio": 1.27}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 7, "share": 5.7, "ratio": 0.94}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.37}, {"group": "structure", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.17}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.64}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 1.02}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.88}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 1, "share": 0.8, "ratio": 0.21}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2021, "count": 9}, {"year": 2022, "count": 35}, {"year": 2023, "count": 19}, {"year": 2024, "count": 22}, {"year": 2025, "count": 28}, {"year": 2026, "count": 10}], "early": 63, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 52, "share": 42.3}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 16, "share": 13.0}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 25, "share": 20.3}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 30, "share": 24.4}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 18, "recent_12m": 19, "prior_12m": 25, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 2, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "24V528000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2022, "received": "2024-07-12", "component": "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles.  The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.", "consequence": "A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update engine control module software.  In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary.  All repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024.  Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V746000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-10-06", "component": "POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION", "summary": "Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles.  The vehicle's \"fail-safe\" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.", "consequence": "Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary.  Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software.  All repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["fuel", "transmission"], "recall_covered_share": 10.6, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2022, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:28+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.62, "idx_vs_make": 0.47, "idx_vs_year": 0.67, "idx_vs_segment": 1.07, "early_idx": 0.85, "band": "fewer", "rank_in_year": 49, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 6.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.15, "complaints": 30, "self": false}, {"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "per_year": 7.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.17, "complaints": 33, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Corolla Cross", "per_year": 9.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.23, "complaints": 45, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Seltos", "per_year": 15.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 72, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 18.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.43, "complaints": 85, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 26.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.62, "complaints": 123, "self": true}], "prev_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 24.9, "complaints": 141}, "next_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 19.6, "complaints": 72}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "engine", "docs": 23, "ratio": 3.0}, {"term": "light", "docs": 18, "ratio": 2.8}, {"term": "facility", "docs": 4, "ratio": 39.1}, {"term": "drain", "docs": 4, "ratio": 18.6}, {"term": "warning", "docs": 17, "ratio": 2.0}, {"term": "tech", "docs": 4, "ratio": 14.3}], "electrical": [{"term": "horn", "docs": 15, "ratio": 73.2}, {"term": "sound supposed", "docs": 4, "ratio": 2569.3}, {"term": "others possible", "docs": 4, "ratio": 2248.2}, {"term": "produce loud", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1498.8}, {"term": "possible danger", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1124.1}, {"term": "warn others", "docs": 4, "ratio": 899.3}], "hvac": [{"term": "horn", "docs": 6, "ratio": 58.5}, {"term": "working", "docs": 9, "ratio": 12.5}, {"term": "charging", "docs": 3, "ratio": 14.1}, {"term": "sure", "docs": 3, "ratio": 9.4}, {"term": "checked", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.8}, {"term": "symptoms", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.7}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2022-11-02", "last_filed": "2026-08-11", "median_filing_delay_days": 13, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 72, "crashes": 4, "fires": 0, "injuries": 3, "deaths": 0, "severe": 4, "severe_share": 5.6, "injuries_per_100": 4.2, "per_year": 19.6, "age_years": 3.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 23, "share": 31.9, "ratio": 2.03}, {"group": "engine", "count": 10, "share": 13.9, "ratio": 0.63}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 10, "share": 13.9, "ratio": 1.55}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 9, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 1.07}, {"group": "adas", "count": 7, "share": 9.7, "ratio": 1.69}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 4, "share": 5.6, "ratio": 0.92}, {"group": "steering", "count": 3, "share": 4.2, "ratio": 0.65}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.73}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 2, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 1.12}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 1, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.33}, {"group": "other", "count": 1, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.77}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2022, "count": 4}, {"year": 2023, "count": 26}, {"year": 2024, "count": 17}, {"year": 2025, "count": 15}, {"year": 2026, "count": 10}], "early": 47, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 33, "share": 45.8}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 18, "share": 25.0}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 16, "share": 22.2}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 5, "share": 6.9}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 14, "recent_12m": 14, "prior_12m": 12, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 2, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "24V528000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2023, "received": "2024-07-12", "component": "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles.  The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.", "consequence": "A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update engine control module software.  In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary.  All repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024.  Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V526000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-07-27", "component": "POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles.  The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.", "consequence": "An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["fuel", "transmission"], "recall_covered_share": 13.9, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2023, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:34+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.47, "idx_vs_make": 0.35, "idx_vs_year": 0.47, "idx_vs_segment": 0.8, "early_idx": 0.57, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 46, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "per_year": 6.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.15, "complaints": 23, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 9.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.22, "complaints": 34, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Seltos", "per_year": 12.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 45, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 19.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.47, "complaints": 72, "self": true}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Corolla Cross", "per_year": 47.9, "idx_vs_all": 1.14, "complaints": 176, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 186.4, "idx_vs_all": 4.43, "complaints": 685, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 26.3, "complaints": 123}, "next_year": {"year": 2024, "per_year": 23.9, "complaints": 64}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"electrical": [{"term": "horn", "docs": 16, "ratio": 108.6}, {"term": "working", "docs": 8, "ratio": 7.7}, {"term": "motor america", "docs": 3, "ratio": 163.2}, {"term": "radio", "docs": 4, "ratio": 8.7}, {"term": "august", "docs": 3, "ratio": 11.1}, {"term": "inoperable", "docs": 3, "ratio": 9.4}], "engine": [{"term": "knock sensor", "docs": 3, "ratio": 246.7}, {"term": "immediately", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.0}, {"term": "engine light", "docs": 3, "ratio": 6.6}, {"term": "check engine", "docs": 3, "ratio": 5.1}, {"term": "speed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 2.8}, {"term": "safety", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1.7}], "hvac": [{"term": "horn", "docs": 6, "ratio": 93.6}, {"term": "working", "docs": 5, "ratio": 11.1}, {"term": "safety", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1.7}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2023-12-05", "last_filed": "2026-08-27", "median_filing_delay_days": 8, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 64, "crashes": 5, "fires": 0, "injuries": 5, "deaths": 0, "severe": 5, "severe_share": 7.8, "injuries_per_100": 7.8, "per_year": 23.9, "age_years": 2.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 35, "share": 54.7, "ratio": 3.47}, {"group": "engine", "count": 10, "share": 15.6, "ratio": 0.7}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 5, "share": 7.8, "ratio": 0.67}, {"group": "steering", "count": 3, "share": 4.7, "ratio": 0.72}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 3, "share": 4.7, "ratio": 0.52}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 2, "share": 3.1, "ratio": 0.51}, {"group": "adas", "count": 2, "share": 3.1, "ratio": 0.54}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 3.1, "ratio": 1.71}, {"group": "structure", "count": 1, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.17}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 1, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.64}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2023, "count": 2}, {"year": 2024, "count": 23}, {"year": 2025, "count": 22}, {"year": 2026, "count": 17}], "early": 47, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 30, "share": 46.9}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 20, "share": 31.2}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 14, "share": 21.9}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 14, "recent_12m": 20, "prior_12m": 32, "recent_trend": "falling", "recalls": 4, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V452000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2024, "received": "2026-07-14", "component": "SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.", "remedy": "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 are expected to be mailed September 11, 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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V308000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2024, "received": "2024-05-01", "component": "ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles.  An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.", "consequence": "A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V901000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2024, "received": "2023-12-26", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles.  The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.", "consequence": "A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.", "remedy": "Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V650000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2024, "received": "2023-09-22", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR", "summary": "Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles.  The seat belt assemblies in the right and left rear seats may not function properly.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, \"Occupation Crash Protection\" and 209, \"Seat Belt Assemblies.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt that does not function properly may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractor as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2023.  Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.  Hyundai's number for this recall is 250.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical", "engine"], "recall_covered_share": 70.3, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2024, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:38+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.57, "idx_vs_make": 0.43, "idx_vs_year": 0.62, "idx_vs_segment": 0.97, "early_idx": 0.67, "band": "fewer", "rank_in_year": 48, "n_in_year": 89, "peers_year": [{"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "per_year": 11.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.27, "complaints": 30, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Seltos", "per_year": 15.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 42, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Corolla Cross", "per_year": 17.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.43, "complaints": 48, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 23.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.57, "complaints": 64, "self": true}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 40.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.95, "complaints": 107, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 42.2, "idx_vs_all": 1.0, "complaints": 113, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 19.6, "complaints": 72}, "next_year": {"year": 2025, "per_year": 17.3, "complaints": 29}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"electrical": [{"term": "headlights", "docs": 10, "ratio": 29.5}, {"term": "seconds", "docs": 10, "ratio": 11.1}, {"term": "night", "docs": 9, "ratio": 13.2}, {"term": "turned", "docs": 11, "ratio": 5.4}, {"term": "infotainment", "docs": 6, "ratio": 13.4}, {"term": "electrical", "docs": 8, "ratio": 5.4}], "engine": [{"term": "lost motive", "docs": 3, "ratio": 39.6}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 8, "ratio": 3.8}, {"term": "motive power", "docs": 3, "ratio": 25.8}, {"term": "undisclosed speed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 12.3}, {"term": "freeway", "docs": 3, "ratio": 11.3}, {"term": "displayed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 9.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2024-12-16", "last_filed": "2026-07-24", "median_filing_delay_days": 15, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 29, "crashes": 2, "fires": 0, "injuries": 4, "deaths": 0, "severe": 2, "severe_share": 6.9, "injuries_per_100": 13.8, "per_year": 17.3, "age_years": 1.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 9, "share": 31.0, "ratio": 1.97}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 3, "share": 10.3, "ratio": 0.89}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 3, "share": 10.3, "ratio": 1.7}, {"group": "adas", "count": 3, "share": 10.3, "ratio": 1.8}, {"group": "structure", "count": 3, "share": 10.3, "ratio": 1.12}, {"group": "engine", "count": 2, "share": 6.9, "ratio": 0.31}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 6.9, "ratio": 1.81}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 2, "share": 6.9, "ratio": 0.77}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 6.9, "ratio": 3.81}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2024, "count": 1}, {"year": 2025, "count": 14}, {"year": 2026, "count": 14}], "early": 29, "early_closed": false, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 21, "share": 72.4}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 8, "share": 27.6}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 8, "recent_12m": 19, "prior_12m": 10, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 1, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V452000", "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2025, "received": "2026-07-14", "component": "SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "A seat belt buckle that fails to properly restrain an occupant in a crash increases the risk of injury.", "remedy": "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 are expected to be mailed September 11, 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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags"], "recall_covered_share": 6.9, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "year": 2025, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:10:43+00:00", "segment": "subcompact-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.41, "idx_vs_make": 0.31, "idx_vs_year": 0.36, "idx_vs_segment": 0.7, "early_idx": null, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 34, "n_in_year": 85, "peers_year": [{"make": "Kia", "model": "Seltos", "per_year": 7.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.17, "complaints": 12, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Corolla Cross", "per_year": 11.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.27, "complaints": 19, "self": false}, {"make": "Mazda", "model": "CX-30", "per_year": 14.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.35, "complaints": 25, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Kona", "per_year": 17.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.41, "complaints": 29, "self": true}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "HR-V", "per_year": 25.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.6, "complaints": 42, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Crosstrek", "per_year": 25.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.61, "complaints": 43, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2024, "per_year": 23.9, "complaints": 64}, "next_year": null, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"electrical": [{"term": "headed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 206.7}, {"term": "almost", "docs": 3, "ratio": 6.5}, {"term": "due", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.5}, {"term": "diagnosed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.1}, {"term": "lights", "docs": 3, "ratio": 2.9}, {"term": "warning", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1.9}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}]}