NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Hyundai Kona N Safety Ratings
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N scores 93 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 1 recall, and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N achieves an exceptional rating within the NHTSA Safety Index, scoring 93 out of 100. This strong performance is primarily supported by its perfect avoidance technology score and robust crash protection results. One active recall is on record, necessitating verification of remedy completion by VIN for prospective buyers.
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N received a NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA side crash-test rating, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Hyundai Kona N ranks 18 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 93 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14.1% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 18 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N posts a Safety Index of 93 out of 100, a one-point gain over the 2022 model's 92, keeping the vehicle firmly in the Exceptional band for a second consecutive year. That incremental improvement is meaningful because the scoring components reveal where the 2023 edition earns its standing: a perfect 10 out of 10 on avoidance technology, driven by standard forward collision warning, standard lane departure warning, and standard electronic stability control. Crash protection contributes 63.8 of a possible 70 points, supported by the confirmed 5-star side rating and a 4-star rollover result. The defect record component adds 19 of 20 points, a figure shaped by the single fuel-pump control module recall that spans this model year alongside several other Hyundai and Genesis performance vehicles. The absence of NHTSA overall and frontal star ratings means the crash-protection picture is partially incomplete, but the data that does exist supports the high index position. With only four reported complaints and zero alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in that complaint pool, the 2023 Kona N's safety profile is among the stronger entries in its segment for this model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Hyundai Kona N perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N achieved a 5 out of 5 star rating in NHTSA's side impact crash tests. Its rollover resistance was rated at 4 out of 5 stars, with a 14 percent risk of rollover in the agency's evaluations. The dynamic tip-test recorded no tip. NHTSA did not assign an overall or frontal crash-test rating for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18649
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Hyundai Kona N have any recalls?
One recall covers the 2023 Hyundai Kona N. The campaign targets the fuel system, specifically the gasoline delivery fuel pump control and drive module. The recall spans several Hyundai and Genesis performance models across multiple years. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data supplied, but owners should confirm remedy status through NHTSA's VIN lookup tool.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE24V528000
Risk: 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
Reported 2024-07-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
Four owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Kona N. The top alleged problem area is the Engine, cited in three reports, followed by single allegations touching the Power Train, Electrical System, Steering, Suspension, and an Unknown or Other category. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
The 2023 Kona N carries an open recall for its fuel pump control module. Prospective owners of a used 2023 Kona N should verify this recall has been addressed. An unresolved recall remains the responsibility of the seller.
- The 2023 Kona N's Safety Index of 93/100 is one point higher than the 2022 model's 92/100, reflecting a year-over-year improvement within the Exceptional band.
- NHTSA has not assigned an overall or frontal crash-test star rating to this specific model year, leaving those two dimensions unscored while the side rating stands at a perfect 5 stars.
- The sole recall for this model year targets the fuel system's gasoline delivery fuel pump control and drive module, a campaign shared with other Hyundai and Genesis performance vehicles from surrounding years.
- All three standard crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA - forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control - come standard on the 2023 Kona N, earning a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Hyundai Kona N places
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Hyundai Kona N safety questions
Was the 2023 Hyundai Kona N crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Hyundai Kona N, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Hyundai Kona N crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Hyundai Kona N earned 5 out of 5 stars for side and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 14.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Kona N have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Hyundai Kona N. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Hyundai Kona N. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18649), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Kona N 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 18 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.