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NHTSA crash test of the 2022 Hyundai Venue

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2022 Hyundai Venue

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
22Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE HYUNDAI VENUE

The Hyundai Venue is a subcompact SUV that slots below the Tucson and Kona in Hyundai's crossover lineup, targeting budget-conscious urban drivers and first-time SUV buyers who prioritize maneuverability and affordability over size. Spanning model years 2020 through 2025, the Venue competes in one of the most crowded segments in the American market, where safety credentials increasingly matter to shoppers.

VERDICT

The 2022 Hyundai Venue earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Venue as a practical and well-priced entry into the subcompact SUV segment, praising its straightforward feature set and urban-friendly dimensions. Most acknowledge that its smaller footprint and base-level positioning come with expected compromises in power and refinement, while noting that Hyundai has equipped it competitively for its class.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 14.3%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16594

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech7.5/10
Defect record18.5/20
Forward collision warning: OptionalLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SEAT BELTS:FRONT22V458000

Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 231. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 21V-796 for Venue vehicles. Venue vehicles previously repaired under 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy

Reported 2022-06-27

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

22 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsSeat Belts 9Electrical System 5Steering 4Unknown Or Other 2Service Brakes 2Air Bags 1

Other Venue years

Rivals in Sedan (2022)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 16594), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Hyundai Venue 2022. Class rank 56 of 90 in Sedan 2022. Methodology · Disclosure