2022 Hyundai Venue Safety Report
2022 Hyundai Venue Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Hyundai Venue
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 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.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (22) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 1 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Seat Belts | Compare seat belts issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2025 | Compare against the 2025 Hyundai Venue with 4 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check 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.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Hyundai Venue | 23 | 0 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Hyundai Venue | 28 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2024 Hyundai Venue | 15 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Hyundai Venue | 40 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Hyundai Venue | 4 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2022 Hyundai Venue Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 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.
Seat Belts
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seat Belts issues Hyundai onlySteering
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Hyundai onlyElectrical System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Hyundai onlyAir Bags,Structure,Unknown Or Other
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags,Structure,Unknown Or Other issues Hyundai onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other issues Hyundai onlyFuel System, Gasoline
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel System, Gasoline issues Hyundai onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Hyundai Venue
Reliability Score
The 2022 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 2022 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.
Known Issues for the 2022 Hyundai Venue
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Hyundai Venue:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts Malfunction Front seat belts may not function properly, posing a significant safety risk in the event of a collision. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Wheel Vibration And Pull The steering wheel may vibrate and pull to the right, indicating alignment or mechanical issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Water Intrusion Water has been reported to enter the cabin during rain, compromising safety and comfort. |
High | Common | 0-2100 miles |
| Check Engine Light The check engine light has been observed to remain illuminated at various speeds, indicating potential engine issues. |
Medium | Common | 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 2022 Hyundai Venue:
Steering wheel vibration and pull to the right are common issues.
Water intrusion and check engine light issues are frequent.
Front seat belts malfunction is a recurring problem.
Gas door issues are reported.
Recall Details for the 2022 Hyundai Venue
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2022 Hyundai Venue by NHTSA:
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...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Hyundai Venue
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Hyundai Venue with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes.
My 2022 Hyundai Venue has a serious water intrusion issue that has gone unresolved for over a year. Every time it rains water pours into the cabin, especially on the passenger side leaving the floor soaked. I have to vacuum out water daily and use towels to prevent further damage. The vehicle has developed severe mold, which is a health risk, especially for my infant daughter who rides in the car....
While driving, as I turn the steering wheel to the left there is an additional sudden pull in the same direction.
When the car is started, the radio screen sometimes stays off. When this happens, the only way to resolve it is to shut off the car, open the door, and then restart the car. This issue occurs randomly, and when it does, there is no rear-view camera available, which poses a significant safety risk. Without the camera, drivers cannot see if there is a child or obstacle behind them, increasing the ri...
Twice in the last year (2/23/23 and 1/17/24), the horn has failed and when trying to have the dealer and manufacturer diagnosed the issue, they give me the runaround has been taking it into the dealer. They are unable to replicate the issue. However, they also indicate that it is a known issue with this type of vehicle. Eventually after insistence from me or providing a recorded video of the failu...
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the fuel cap, but the failure persisted. Additionally, on several occasions after stopping to refuel the vehicle the fuel cap door...
I saw a recall on certain Hyundai models...I have a similar problem maybe twice with this 2022 Hyundai Venue....Traveling down the highway with Cruise set at 65...The car started to accelerate to 80 before I turn the cruise off...don't know if it's something wrong with the cruise...or just 2 mishaps .....just asking if anyone else has complained....thanks
Hyundai issued a recall on 06/27/22 to repair part of the seat belt pretensioner, and they continue to send reminders to have the repair. However, they are out of the required part and according to dealers they will not give an ETA for delivery of the part. I have been in touch with my dealer since last fall and they state they have not ever been given any guidance from Hyundai regarding the par...
The gas door will not open when the lever is pulled. My safety is put at risk because if i was running out of gas, I would not be able to put gas in the car. Thank God I was not out of town. I have to take a plastic fork or knife, slide it in the crevice and then pull the lever inside the car. yes. yes. there has been no warning.
While driving on a highway a car started to creep into my lane when I pressed on the horn. I did not hear the horn, luckily the other vehicle did not change lanes. As I knew I was near a dealer i immediately got off the highway to head to the dealer. Upon pulling into the service bay the advisor opened my door, and I said before I turn off the car I want to try the horn. This time the horn did sou...
Today December 29, 2022, about 8:40 AM I was driving and the seatbelt light came on dinging after driving with my seat belt in for about 10 minutes, it went off in about five minutes and then came on again I checked my seatbelt the first time and the second time and it was locked in place. This was very distracting and the noise startled me I called the dealer and there are no recalls on this, bu...
Rear passenger seat belts get stuck on the seat belt loop guide... And do not work as expected.. serious hazard during crash... Please see pictures.
August 08, 2022 I called the Towson office to arrange an oil change appointment since I had a bad experience with them my very first oil change I was told to speak with the manager to set up an appointment for a free auto detailing whenever I bring my car in for an oil change. The Service Manager informed me that there was also a recall on my car and that when I bring my car in I can have the reca...
MY VENUE HAS 2100 MILES ON IT. IT HAS PULLED TO THE RIGHT SINCE DAY ONE. IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SINCE AUGUST 13TH, 2022. THE DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED THE REAR AXLE AND THAT DIDNT FIX IT, THEN THEY SENT IT TO A BODY SHOP FOR A FEW WEEKS TO SEE IF THE FRAME IS STRAIGHT AND THEY SAID IT IS. SO NOW THEY ARE SAYING IT IS THE CASTERS ON MY FRONT TIRES, WHICH WOULD MEAN THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE ...
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would vibrate without warning, causing her to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the service mechanics could not duplicate the failure. The contact then stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the failure occurred again causing her to side-swipe an...
Hyundai is not taking action to repair the recall for the pretensioner. It has been 90 days since the recall and I have been unable to get the vehicle fixed because the parts are on national backorder. The dealer has informed me that there is NO ETA for the parts to arrive. The dealer further advised that he has about 20 people waiting on them. Hyundai has been uncooperative when attempting to...
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V458000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not ex...
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated while exiting a parking spot, she heard an abnormal noise and had to depress the brake pedal forcefully to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her destination without experiencing another failure. The contact also stated that the instrument cluster was inoperable...
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that the horn became inoperable without warning. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V458000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact called another local dealer, Doral Hyundai (10285 NW 12th St, Doral, FL 33172) however, the vehicle w...
There is no remedy available, Turo will not let me use this vehicle. I will be returning it if I cannot remedy.
Can’t buy the car I’ve ordered because of an unresolved recall.
Showing 20 of 22 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Hyundai Venue
Has the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE have?
The 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE has 22 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
The 2022 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 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE involve seat belts (7 complaints), steering (3 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints). Other affected components include air bags,structure,unknown or other, electrical system,unknown or other, fuel system, gasoline.
How many crash reports does the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE out of 22 total complaints (4.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE.
Should I buy a 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE is generally recommended. It has 22 complaints, 1 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 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE are: 1. SEAT BELTS (7 complaints), 2. STEERING (3 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints), 4. AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints). SEAT BELTS is the single most-reported problem area with 7 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
Be cautious of steering issues and water intrusion. Ensure the seat belts are functioning properly and address any recalls promptly. The 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE has 22 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
The 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 22 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Seat belts malfunction and Steering wheel vibration and pull.
What are the known issues with the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE?
Known issues with the 2022 HYUNDAI VENUE include: Seat belts malfunction, Steering wheel vibration and pull, Water intrusion, Check engine light. These are based on patterns found across 22 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Venue?
Yes, there is a recall for seat belt pretensioner issues. Ensure the repair is completed.
What should I do if water enters my car during rain?
Have the vehicle inspected immediately to prevent further water damage and ensure safety.
Why does my steering wheel vibrate and pull to the right?
This could be due to alignment issues or mechanical problems. Consult a mechanic for diagnosis.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering issues and water intrusion. Ensure the seat belts are functioning properly and address any recalls promptly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Hyundai Venue
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Hyundai Venue. The data includes 22 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 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