2026 Hyundai Venue
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Brakes failed and daughter rear ended car in front of her.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-23
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Forward collision avoidance
1 of 2 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
Exterior lighting
1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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This is a brand new car with 35 miles on it. It was purchased in the daytime. This part is important because the first time I drove it at night the headlights barely illuminate the road. I mean a 65 VW BUG with a 6 volt system had better headlights.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-26
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Date not on fileWheels26V693000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the wheel assembly lug nuts, and replace the hub bearing assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Hyundai Venue — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V693000 · Wheels
FAQ
- Is the 2026 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 2026 Hyundai Venue?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Venue have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.