2021 Hyundai Venue
Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 28 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
11 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing horn.
Show complaint excerpts
The backup camera stays on even in neutral and drive mode. In reverse the guide lines are present, however they are not present when in drive or neutral but the camera remains on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-13
Also filed under Back over prevention
The horn started losing volume but would regain it back once the weather warmed up. I have to park overnight outdoors for work and when it snows and gets between 20-25 degrees outside, the horn starts being symptomatic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-03-15
Seat belts
5 of 28 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing front.
Engine
3 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
Steering
2 of 28 total reports mention: steering.
Service brakes
2 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2022-02-10Seat belts21V796000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009G.
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2022-08-08Recall queryClosed 2023-05-26 Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture
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2022-10-25Seat belts22V458000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Hyundai Venue — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V796000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V458000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2021 Hyundai Venue reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Venue?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Venue have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.