Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2025 Hyundai Kona.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems |
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Significant mechanical and drivetrain problems: ? loss of drive power and sluggish acceleration: reported as early as November 7, 2024 ("bumpy driving, grinding and clanking noise"), with issues worsening by January 2, 2025 ("slower acceleration, bumpier ride, metal clinking and cracking sounds"), and most severely on June 6, 2025 ("car shifts hard to the left then goes back and forth (wobble)," "greatly reduced" power, and "snapping" noises). You've had at least five repair attempts for these issues. ? vehicle shaking/wobbling: this has been a recurring complaint since November 18, 2024 ("car shakes when accelerating") and continued through multiple visits, including may 21-27, 2025 ("wobbly feeling"), June 6, 2025 (shifts "back and forth (wobble)"), and July 16, 2025 ("bounces excessively"). ? loose steering/difficulty turning: you've reported "difficulty turning" and "resistance when turning left," with a feeling of "less control" or "lack of control" while turning. This was noted on November 18, 2024, and persisted through April 14, 2025, and July 16, 2025. ? noises from underneath the vehicle: complaints include "grinding and clanking noise" (November 7, 2024), "loud noises" (November 18, 2024), and "metal clinking and cracking sounds" (January 2, 2025), and "snapping" noises (June 6, 2025). • electrical/infotainment system malfunctions: ? interior and exterior lights turning off while driving: on January 2, 2025, all interior and exterior lights turned off for approximately 3 seconds while driving. ? bluelink service and infotainment system disconnects/shutdowns: ongoing issues with bluelink service, including loss of connectivity and interruptions. • numerous repair attempts and days out of service: ?at least eight separate service visits for these issue.
Transmission issues with this vehicle since 70 miles. Failed at 989 miles.