Last updated: 2026-10-10

2025 Hyundai Venue
RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2025 Hyundai Venue Reliability Report

The 2025 Hyundai Venue has good reliability and no recalls. Its main weakness is a front bumper that cracks or loosens after light contact.

Recalls

0

Complaints

4

Complaint Rate

1.3per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity72/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity73/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

First year of the second generation, with no recalls and good reliability, though owners report front bumpers that crack or detach.

Top Issues to Watch

  • STRUCTURE (2)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Redesign Year

2025 is the first model year of the Second generation (QU2).

  • First-year models may have unresolved issues from the new design.
  • Redesigned for the 2025 model year.
  • 2nd generation Venue (US).

What this means for buyers

First-year models carry more risk — early production issues are common. Consider waiting for the second year if reliability is a priority.

2025: Second generation (QU2) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

Generation data is based on publicly available information and may not reflect all regional variations.

Should You Buy the 2025 Hyundai Venue?

Good reliability is the verdict. Among 2025 SUVs, this Venue rates above average, and it is among the stronger of the seven Venue years we score. As the first year of a new generation, it has had less time to collect complaints than older years. The 2024 rates about the same, while the 2026 rates better.

Owners filed four complaints, and two describe the front bumper cracking or coming loose after light contact. In one case, thin plastic split against a snow and ice pile. In another, the bumper and fender liner detached after a low-speed swerve because liner clips failed. A noise from the front can come first. Repairs cost $1,000 to $1,800, and one was not covered by warranty. Federal records show no recalls.

Inspect the front bumper and liner clips before buying, and ask for any bumper repair records. If you want the better-rated year, look at the 2026.

Compared to the 2026 Hyundai Venue, which scored 5 points higher. See also the 2024 Hyundai Venue for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Acceptable reliability score
  • +No recalls issued
  • +Below-average complaint rate for SUV

Cons

  • −STRUCTURE: Front bumper cracks or comes loose after light contact (2 complaints)
  • −UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Car surges forward without warning in one report, hitting a curb and damaging a... (2 complaints)

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Common Problem Categories

Other

MODERATE
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2)
  • STRUCTURE (2)

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Recall Overview

0

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Hyundai Venue — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

1.3

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 3.5

LowAvgHigh
Very Low

Safety Incidents

0

Crashes

0

Fires

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 4/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Hyundai Venue? Check its history first

Structure problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Hyundai Venue, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2025 Hyundai Venue NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 14.3%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (None)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver,Roof)
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Hyundai VenueRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5Maintenance rating: 3.5 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Hyundai Venue.

  • Inspect the front bumper and fender liners for cracks, gaps, mismatched paint, or missing clips.

  • Tug gently on the bumper edges and wheel-well liners to confirm they are firmly attached.

  • Ask for records of any bumper or front-end body repairs.

  • Drive in stop-and-go and highway traffic and note any unprompted Driver Attention Warning beeps or break alerts.

  • In an empty lot, press the gas gently from a stop and confirm the car moves only when you press the pedal.

  • Check the front tires, wheels, and fenders for curb damage, and ask for an alignment check.

2025 Hyundai Venue Common Problems by Component

4 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaints

The car surges forward without warning in one report, hitting a curb and damaging a tire and fender. The dealer would not inspect it until body repairs were done. The other complaint is about the Driver Attention Warning, which cannot be turned off. It beeps and shows take-a-break alerts in heavy highway traffic even when they are not needed. The owner calls these false alerts a serious distraction and says Hyundai has not offered a software fix. Sudden acceleration is a crash risk. The warning problem is a driver-distraction concern. Neither complaint gives a mileage.

2 complaints total

STRUCTURE

2 complaints

The front bumper cracks or comes loose after light contact. Complaints describe thin plastic that splits when it touches a snow and ice pile, and a bumper and fender liner that detach after a low-speed swerve. In those cases the liner clips fail and at least one clip goes missing. A noise from the front can come before the parts fall away. Owners worry that a loose bumper could affect stability at highway speed. Repair costs reported range from $1,000 to $1,800. One of those repairs was not covered by warranty. No mileage pattern appears.

2 complaints total

Best & Worst Hyundai Venue Years

Best Hyundai Venue Years to Buy

Hyundai Venue Years to Avoid

No Hyundai Venue years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 71 and 82 across 7 scored model years.

Hyundai Venue Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Hyundai Venue reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
202071/100Good
202173/100Good
202276/100Good
202378/100Good
202475/100Good
202577/100Good
202682/100Excellent

Hyundai Venue Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202682/100+5Excellent01
2025(selected)77/100+2Good04
202475/100-3Good118
202378/100+2Good024
202276/100+3Good122
202173/100+2Good228
202071/100—Good141

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Hyundai Venue reliable?
Yes, it has a good reliability standing. It rates above average against other 2025 SUVs and sits among the stronger of the Venue's seven scored years. Owners filed only four complaints, and federal recall records list none. It is a first-year generation, so more complaints may still arrive.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Venue?
The front bumper is the main complaint. Owners report it cracking or coming loose after light contact, including thin plastic splitting against a snow and ice pile. Two of the four complaints are about structure. No mileage pattern appears, so the issue does not seem tied to age or use.
Does the 2025 Hyundai Venue have front bumper problems?
Some owners say so. One described the bumper and fender liner detaching after a low-speed swerve, with liner clips failing and at least one going missing. A noise from the front can come before parts fall away. Owners also worried a loose bumper could affect stability at highway speed.
How much does it cost to fix the 2025 Hyundai Venue bumper?
Reported repair costs run from $1,000 to $1,800. One of those repairs was not covered by warranty, so the owner paid out of pocket. If you are shopping for one, ask whether the front bumper or liner has been repaired and what the warranty covered.
Is the 2025 Hyundai Venue better than the 2024 or 2026?
It rates about the same as the 2024, which has 18 complaints and one recall. The 2026 rates better, with one complaint and no recalls. The 2025 has four complaints and no recalls, so it beats the 2024 on recalls but trails the 2026.

Don’t buy a 2025 Hyundai Venue without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Hyundai Venue

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Hyundai Venue does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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