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2023 Hyundai Venue Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2023 Hyundai Venue has no open NHTSA recalls. Owners report 4 recurring issue clusters, led by “Tire sidewall separation.” Hyundai's owner's manual splits service into Normal and Severe schedules. Most US drivers qualify as Severe due to short trips, extreme temperatures, or stop-and-go traffic. Hyundai Assurance covers the first 3 years / 36,000 miles of complimentary maintenance on new vehicles. The Theta II 2.0L and 2.4L engines (2011-2019) are subject to TSBs around oil consumption — strict adherence to oil intervals matters.

No open recalls on file. NHTSA lists no unrepaired safety recalls for this year, make and model. A recall can be issued at any time, and a specific car can still have one open — check yours by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2023 Hyundai Venue.

Reported to NHTSA

Tire sidewall separation

TIRES

3 NHTSA complaints · 2023-04 → 2025-11

“Flat tire. Right rear. Outside sidewall separated. Hankook tire,185/65R15 88H, DOT 1T&DF 1B HO 4222, H436 19477”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11516437
“Flat tire, outer sidewall separation, Hankook tire, 185/65R15 88H, DOT 1T7DF 1B HO 4222, H436 19477. I originally filed this complaint under "car" under complaint number 11516437”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11516441
“THIS IS A 2032 HYUNDAI VENUE WITH 21,000 MILES, ALL THE COMPLIMENTARY INSPECTIONS DONE BY HUYNDAI NORTHWEST IN HOUSTON. WE HAD TO CHANGE THE 4 TIRES DUE TO ABNORAL WEAR AND TEAR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11699617

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Horn failure requiring repeated replacement

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9 NHTSA complaints · 2023-09 → 2025-12

“Horn failed in the vehicle at approximately 4400 miles. Serviced by a Hyundai dealership, but had to wait nearly a month for it to be replaced. No warning lights or messages in the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11544840
“The original horn failed after about a year and 15,000 miles. Replaced with dealer and new horn failed after about 6 months and 7,000 miles. Only realized after having to avoid a collision and being unable to use my horn”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11627456
“Horn keeps going out on its own. There’s a recall from 2020 to 2022 Hyundai venues but not for 23 or newer. It’s the same part since 2020”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11637125

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Driver assistance warning system malfunction

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

4 NHTSA complaints · 2023-06 → 2025-08

“The contact stated that while driving 20-22 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Keep Assist, and Blind Spot warning lights illuminated, along with several other unknown warning lights were illuminated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11683083
“Rear ended another car and emergency brake never went on. Got a beeping noise after the car in front of me was hit”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11647179
“Upon driving the Hyundai Venue the lane assistance feature would repeatedly sound an alert that the car was drifting out of the lane and proceed to yank the wheel in order to keep the car inside the lane”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11525607

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Rodent damage to engine wiring harness

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE

2 NHTSA complaints · 2023-08 → 2024-02

“The contact stated that rodents had entered the vehicle and chewed the wiring in the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the wiring needed to be replaced”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11571712
“While driving home from a trip , the car suddenly lost power . and engine light came on an then transmission light overheating light came on . I was near a town pulled over and had car towed to nearest Hyundai dealer”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11541449

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 13, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter

Every 3,750 mi

Severe service: every 3,750 miles. Normal service: 7,500 miles. Theta II 2.0L/2.4L (Sonata, Santa Fe, Tucson 2011-2019): never extend — oil consumption issues are documented in Hyundai TSBs.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 7,500 mi

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles. AWD Tucson and Santa Fe owners benefit from rotation at 5,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 7,500 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, calipers, and parking brake every 7,500 miles. Elantra and Sonata front pads typically last 40,000-50,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 30,000 mi

Replace DOT 3 brake fluid every 30,000 miles or 24 months. Required to maintain ABS and ESC pump life.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Replace engine air filter every 30,000 miles. Severe service or dusty conditions: 15,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Every 30,000 mi

Severe service: every 30,000 miles. Normal: 60,000 miles. Use Hyundai SP-IV or SPH-IV — substitutes can cause harsh shifting and torque converter damage.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Spark Plugs

Every 105,000 mi

Iridium spark plugs are rated 105,000 miles on Theta II, Lambda II, and Smartstream engines. 1.6T (Veloster N, Kona N): 60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Long-Life Coolant

Every 30,000 mi

Hyundai Long-Life Coolant (pink): first change at 60,000 miles, then every 30,000. Do not substitute green or orange coolant — it damages the cylinder head gasket on GDI engines.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 15,000 mi

Replace cabin air filter every 15,000 miles. Located behind the glove box on most Hyundai models.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Drive Belt Inspection

Every 60,000 mi

Inspect serpentine belt and tensioner every 60,000 miles. Replace at 90,000 miles on most models.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$195–$235

Shop

~$135–$165

DIY

~$20–$50

DIY-friendly if you can reach the tensioner. Inspect for cracks rather than swap on a strict mileage interval.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

3 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

2

complaints mentioning a crash

0

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2023 Hyundai Venue reflects Hyundai's published service intervals and the Service Reminder system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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