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2020 Hyundai Venue: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2020 Hyundai Venue — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for sedan.
Owners filed 41 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 64% of 2020 sedans. Unknown Or Other leads the reports (24%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2020 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
41
Reports to NHTSA, 2020
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
31
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 64% of 2020 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2020 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (24% of 41 reports), followed by power train (17%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 41 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11387252, ODI 11736888, ODI 11638981, ODI 11615300, ODI 11511286.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Seat Belts · 22V458000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
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. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 21V-796 for Venue vehicles. Venue vehicles previously repaired under 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2020 Hyundai Venue 5 HB FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 30 | 34 | 32 |
| Venue | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 27 | 35 | 30 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2020 Hyundai Venue: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Hyundai Venue?
Owners filed 41 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Hyundai Venue — more complaints than 64% of comparable 2020 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2020 Hyundai Venue?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (24% of complaints) and power train (17%).
How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Venue have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2020 Hyundai Venue, covering components such as seat belts. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Venue get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Hyundai Venue between 30 and 32 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.