2022 Hyundai Kona EV maintenance schedule
The 2022 Kona EV is part of the OS generation (2019-2023), sold as a crossover. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.
Service schedule
What the 2022 Kona EV needs, and when
All 3 of these items come from Hyundai's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Hyundai's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.
| Service | Interval | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brake fluid | 60,000 mi / 4 years | Manufacturer |
| Transmission fluid No transmission fluid maintenance (single-speed reduction gear) | Inspect, replace as needed | Manufacturer |
| EV coolant loops | 40,000 mi / 3 years | Manufacturer |
Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.
Fluids and engines
What goes in it
Powertrains in this generation
- Electric, 201 hp, 1-speed reduction gear, FWD
Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.
Known problems
What 2022 Kona EV owners run into
Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.
"Tick tick" reduction gear noise
medium severity10,000-40,000 mi
Audible clicking during acceleration/deceleration
Source: insideevsforum.com
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recalls matched the 2022 Hyundai Kona EV
From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Hyundai dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.
Running costs
What maintenance typically costs
- A typical year of maintenance
- $468
Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.
Other Kona EV model years
Shopping new? The Hyundai Kona EV guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.
Sources
- owners.hyundaiusa.com (Manufacturer)
- insideevsforum.com (Owner forum)
Researched 2026-09-22. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.
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