Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Hyundai Venue. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode
- 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 remedy completed.
Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode
- 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. Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, and Genesis vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedies completed.
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Owner complaints (28)
28 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 13 | 46.4% |
| Electrical system | 10 | 35.7% |
| Seat belts | 5 | 17.9% |
| Engine | 3 | 10.7% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 7.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 7.1% |
| Power train | 2 | 7.1% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 7.1% |
| Steering | 2 | 7.1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 3.6% |
How 2021 compares with other Venue years
Best and worst Venue years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 42 | 1 |
| 2021 | 28 | 2 |
| 2022 | 26 | 0 |
| 2023 | 24 | 0 |
| 2024 | 19 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2021 Hyundai Venue suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 31 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 287 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 31 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · AV-S1 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 33 / 31 | $2,150 | 287 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2021 Hyundai Venue FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Venue have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 22V458000 (seat belt), 21V796000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Hyundai Venue problems?
Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (13), Electrical system (10), Seat belts (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 Hyundai Venue get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · AV-S1 CVT version at 30 city, 33 highway and 31 combined mpg.
What safety rating did the 2021 Hyundai Venue get?
NHTSA rated the 2021 Hyundai Venue suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (14.3% rollover risk).
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.