2021 Hyundai Venue Safety Report

2021 Hyundai Venue Safety Report

28Complaints
2Recalls
★★★★☆Safety Rating
5/100Reliability Score
1Crash Reports
Most reported components: Unknown Or Other (5)Electrical System,Unknown Or Other (4)Electrical System (3)Seat Belts (3)Service Brakes (2)Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Back Over Prevention (2)Seat Belts,Unknown Or Other,Engine (1)Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System (1)Power Train,Engine (1)Power Train (1)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2021 Hyundai Venue. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.

2021 Hyundai Venue Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenModerate (2)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsModerate (28)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports1Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubUnknown Or OtherCompare unknown or other issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2025Compare against the 2025 Hyundai Venue with 4 complaints and 0 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2020Check the 2020 Hyundai Venue before buying across this generation.

Hyundai Venue Year-by-Year Comparison

The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Hyundai Venue years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.

Nearby Hyundai Venue Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2022 Hyundai Venue 22 1 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2020 Hyundai Venue 40 1 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2023 Hyundai Venue 23 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2024 Hyundai Venue 15 1 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2025 Hyundai Venue 4 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.

2021 Hyundai Venue Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2021 Hyundai Venue, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.

Unknown Or Other

5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Unknown Or Other issues Hyundai only

Electrical System,Unknown Or Other

4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other issues Hyundai only

Electrical System

3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System issues Hyundai only

Seat Belts

3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Seat Belts issues Hyundai only

Service Brakes

2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Service Brakes issues Hyundai only

Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Back Over Prevention

2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Back Over Prevention issues Hyundai only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

The 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE has accumulated 28 complaints and 2 recalls in the NHTSA database. It received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Among the complaints, 1 involved crashes and 0 involved fires. The most frequently reported problem areas are unknown or other (5 complaints), electrical system,unknown or other (4 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints). Seat belts are a concern with 3 reports of issues, including front seat belts malfunctioning during a crash. Electrical system issues are frequent, with 4 reports of unknown or other electrical problems and 3 reports of seat belt electrical issues. Key known issues to be aware of include Front Seat Belts, Electrical System, Service Brakes. Be cautious of potential seat belt and electrical system issues, especially around 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Ensure regular maintenance and check for recalls.

Reliability Score

The 2021 Hyundai Venue receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.

NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.

Overall
★★★★☆
4/5
Frontal Crash
★★★★☆
4/5
Side Crash
★★★★★
5/5
Rollover
★★★★☆
4/5

Known Issues for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2021 Hyundai Venue:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Front Seat Belts
Reports indicate front seat belts malfunctioning during a crash, posing a safety risk.
Medium Occasional 30k-60k miles
Electrical System
Multiple reports of unknown or other electrical system issues, including seat belt electrical problems.
Medium Occasional 30k-60k miles
Service Brakes
Two reports of hard service brakes and crunching noises, indicating potential brake system issues.
Low Occasional 30k-60k miles
Backup Camera
The backup camera stays on in neutral and drive mode, potentially obstructing the driver's view.
Medium Occasional 30k-60k miles

Common Problems Reported by Owners

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2021 Hyundai Venue:

Seat Belts 23% of complaints

Issues with seat belts, including front seat belts malfunctioning during a crash.

Electrical System 20% of complaints

Multiple reports of unknown or other electrical system issues.

Service Brakes 14% of complaints

Reports of hard service brakes and crunching noises.

Backup Camera 14% of complaints

Backup camera issues, including staying on in neutral and drive mode.

Recall Details for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2021 Hyundai Venue by NHTSA:

Seat Belts:Front
Campaign #22V458000 27/06/2022

Summary: 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.

Consequence: 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 re...

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Seat Belts:Front
Campaign #21V796000 13/10/2021

Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.

Consequence: An exploding seat belt pretensioner could project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009G. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall numbers 22V-354 for Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles, 22V-458 for Venue vehicles, and 23V-094 for Genesis vehicles. E...

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2021 Hyundai Venue with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes.

Crash Reports: 1
Seat Belts,Unknown Or Other,Engine
11/08/2025

My vehicle is experiencing engine challenges. My check engine light has been on for more that half of this year. I took my car to get a diagnostic , and it was returned reported as normal however the check engine light re-appeared. My car make a noise and does not accelerate properly. My driver door is missing a handle, there was never a handle, the screws to show a handle was placed originally,...

ODI #11698372
Service Brakes
07/11/2025

Last week I was driving my daughter’s Venue and the brakes became hard. Crunching noises. I suspected I had dropped my water bottle and perhaps it rolled under the brake pedal. It was hard to depress I heard the same crunching noises as I tried to use the brakes. Drove home 1.5 miles slowly and it continued to occur all the way. I had it towed to the dealer. Been there a week and they cannot re...

ODI #11672906
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other
12/20/2024

Horn doesn’t work majority of the time and the stereo works some day and I have already took this problem with the radio .

ODI #11631743
Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System
09/23/2024

Loss of drive power and rough idle. Intermittent no start due to voltage drop. Suspected shorted egr valve causing multiple parts on the same circut to go bad. Brought the car to dealer for the 6th time due to loss of power while driving and rough idle. Asked for a diagnostic of the egr valve due to matching symptoms to the egr recall of the 2024 venue which is the same part number installed in ...

ODI #11616030
Power Train,Engine
08/11/2024

My 2021 Hyundai venue at or around 43,000 miles, certified pre owned, and bought January 2024 while at a gas station parking lot. Started my vehicle and put it in reverse to leave gas station began smoking, as I put it back in drive to get out of traffic was a loud noise and I immediately stopped turned off the car. Found two parts from my engine on the ground in the parking lot. Was towed to Bent...

ODI #11607815
Unknown Or Other
08/07/2024

MY 2021 venue had less than 24,000 miles when this problem occurred. i am the original owner and until recently, worked from home. i started having issues when i put the key in the ignition to start my vehicle. none of the dash lights or A/C control would come on. i had to re-try two to three times to get it to work. when i took my vehicle in for regular maintenance and informed my dealership ...

ODI #11607155
Power Train
07/03/2024

Lost all acceleration and car started bucking while making a a left through oncoming traffic narrowly avoiding getting t boned on passenger side of vehicle with my child on that side of vehicle. No check engine light or codes during or after incident. Even though the car was now not idling correctly. had car towed to dealer for the fifth time and they reprogrammed the transmission for the third ...

ODI #11598743
Seat Belts,Seats,Fuel/Propulsion System
05/08/2024

My car honk is constantly. Not working since.i.puchase the vehicle my passenger seat belt.lighr is always ringing even when seat is empty. My lane assist while on cause wheel to shift while driving. My gas tank used to hold up.to 420 Gallo s for a fill up. Now only hold up to 350miles.for fillup.fill up. While Turing on highway vechile wants to crash into wall by itself.

ODI #11587645
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Back Over Prevention
12/18/2023

This is a follow up to # 11560029, submitted 12/13/2023. On 12/14/2023, dealership updated the display software that I also previously updated on my own. Dealership unable to update navigation software because my car doesn't have navigation installed. Back up camera issue still persists with camera remaining on in neutral and drive as software update did nothing to correct the issue.

ODI #11560797
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Back Over Prevention
12/13/2023

The backup camera stays on even in neutral and drive mode. In reverse the guide lines are present, however they are not present when in drive or neutral but the camera remains on. This is a safety hazard because it is very distracting to drive forward with live video on the 8" screen. I believe this is also illegal in my state when my teen is driving the car as state law does not permit drivers a...

ODI #11560029
Electrical System
08/04/2023

The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that the horn had become inoperable. The contact also stated that the horn had been replaced on three previous occasions for the same failure. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,000.

ODI #11536540
Steering
06/23/2023

The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he made a left turn, and the steering wheel became firm and difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that the electronic power steering warning light and the safety and steering features warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to navigate the vehicle off the road safely. The vehicle...

ODI #11528474
Electrical System
05/02/2023

Horn will periodically quit working for days at a time. Will randomly start working again. Safety issue as horn is not always available to alert other drivers when needed.

ODI #11519945
Steering,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other
04/22/2023

The ignition failed me as a customer. Vehicle was stolen outside my residence. No keys were left in vehicle. This is very dangerous and high risk especially due to rise in crime rates of car jacking. My vehicle has been recovered and in the dealership collision center since March 30, 2023. My vehicle has never been in any accidents, with the exception of this thief. Not quite sure of the outcome o...

ODI #11518408
Electrical System
02/04/2023

My horn and car alarm would work and stop working for about two months now it does'nt work at all. I feel this is a safety issue because I can not blow my car horn to warn other drivers when they are cutting me off.

ODI #11505522
Seat Belts
11/28/2022

The seat belt light comes on continually on my new Kia. I've been advised there is a safety recall on the seat belt system / defect and received a letter regarding it. I've contacted the dealer several times (3 times) and they always state there is a "nationwide back order" on the parts. Since this is a safety item I believe they need to expedite the correct repair with pressure from your organ...

ODI #11495156
Seat Belts
08/29/2022

The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Venue. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V458000 (Seat Belts). The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the front driver’s side seat belt inadvertently disconnected. No warning lights were illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,618.

ODI #11481760
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other
08/25/2022

I have had my horn fail 4 or 5 times since owning the car. It first failed when I got the car and somehow the horn wires has came loose. The second time it failed it completely failed and was replaced under warranty. The horn that was replaced the under warranty failed over the winter in like November of 2021. I had it looked at and they said that it worked when they tested it in a warm environmen...

ODI #11481171
Seat Belts
07/02/2022

Rear passenger seatbelt is constantly locked while passenger is wearing seatbelt. It will not expand to give the passenger some space, it’s so tight it cuts into your carotid artery. It’s a constant issue and a safety hazard.

ODI #11472172
Forward Collision Avoidance
04/16/2022

Cruise control system failure. Safety at risk due to sudden un-commanded full acceleration to 180% of speed while on cruise control. Problem is reproducible - see txt and video attached. Unknown if inspected but it was reported to enterprise renta car upon return april/16/2022. no warning lights lamps audio warnings or anything.

ODI #11461037

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NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2021 Hyundai Venue

NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.

Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture
NHTSA RQ22003 Closed Recall 23V094000

Component: Seat Belts:Front

Opened 2022-08-08 · Closed 2023-05-26

On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (MY) 2020-2022 of various Hyundai and Kia Models, resulting in 3 injuries (note: one incident occurred outside the U.S. and its territories).Between October 2021 and March 2023, Hyundai and Kia have filed the following 11 safety recalls for pretensioner rupture: NHTSA Recall No. 21V-796, 22V-069, 2...

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2021 Hyundai Venue

Has the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE been recalled?

Yes, the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.

How many complaints does the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE have?

The 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE has 28 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

The 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE involve unknown or other (5 complaints), electrical system,unknown or other (4 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints). Other affected components include seat belts, service brakes, electrical system,unknown or other,back over prevention.

How many crash reports does the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE have?

There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE out of 28 total complaints (3.6% of complaints involved crashes).

How many fire reports does the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE have?

There are no fire reports for the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE in the NHTSA database.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE.

How many injuries are reported for the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE.

Should I buy a 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE is generally recommended. It has 28 complaints, 2 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.

What components fail most on the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

The components with the most failures on the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3 complaints), 4. SEAT BELTS (3 complaints), 5. SERVICE BRAKES (2 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 5 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

Be cautious of potential seat belt and electrical system issues, especially around 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Ensure regular maintenance and check for recalls. The 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE has 28 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).

How reliable is the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

The 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 28 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Front Seat Belts and Electrical System.

What are the known issues with the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE?

Known issues with the 2021 HYUNDAI VENUE include: Front Seat Belts, Electrical System, Service Brakes, Backup Camera. These are based on patterns found across 28 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.

Are there any recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Venue?

Yes, there are recalls related to front seat belts malfunctioning during a crash.

What are the common electrical system issues reported?

Issues include unknown or other electrical problems and seat belt electrical issues.

Are there any brake system issues reported?

Yes, reports of hard service brakes and crunching noises have been noted.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential seat belt and electrical system issues, especially around 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Ensure regular maintenance and check for recalls.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2021 Hyundai Venue

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2021 Hyundai Venue. The data includes 28 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

The NHTSA has assigned the 2021 Hyundai Venue an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.

All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.

Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.

Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.

Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16