This page covers 2 recalls, 41 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 Hyundai Venue.
30–32 mpg combined
7.4–7.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Seat belt complaints make up the largest share of owner reports for the 2020 Hyundai Venue. The most common thread is the shoulder belt riding up across the neck or chest, which owners, particularly shorter drivers, describe as a persistent fit issue rather than an isolated incident. Powertrain complaints are the next most reported, with several owners describing throttle hesitation or a spongy, unresponsive accelerator pedal, especially when pulling away from a stop. Exterior lighting draws a smaller cluster of complaints as well. A few owners also mention isolated issues, a trunk latch that repeatedly cycles and pops open while driving, and a horn that stopped functioning even after fuse replacement, though these appear in single reports rather than as recurring patterns.
41
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2020 Hyundai Venue has 2 recalls, both addressing the same serious defect: the front driver and passenger seatbelt pretensioners can explode in a crash, sending metal fragments into the cabin and striking occupants.
The pretensioners are the components that snap the seatbelt tight against your body during a collision. When they fail in this way, rather than protecting occupants, they can become a source of injury themselves. An earlier repair attempt did not fully resolve the issue, and this recall supersedes that prior remedy.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may explode during a crash, potentially sending metal fragments into the vehicle's occupants.
What the fix does
Hyundai will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where protective caps will be installed over the driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front seat belt pretensioners may explode when deployed during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a cap to secure the seat belt pretensioners.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
