2024 Hyundai Venue

The 2024 Hyundai Venue is a subcompact SUV known for its affordability, fuel efficiency, and user-friendly technology. It offers a single engine option: a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine producing 121 horsepower and 113 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Owners often praise the Venue’s maneuverability in urban environments and its comprehensive suite of standard safety features. Criticisms often focus on the engine’s modest power, which can feel strained during highway driving, and the limited cargo space compared to some competitors.

Engine

1.6L Inline-4

• Engine Stalling
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine stalls intermittently, especially at low speeds or when idling. May be preceded by rough idling or hesitation.
  • Solution: Software update to ECU. Replacing the fuel pump may be required in some cases.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Excessive Oil Consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: The engine consumes an abnormally large amount of oil between oil changes, requiring frequent top-offs.
  • Solution: Repair depends on the cause; may involve replacing piston rings, valve seals, or other internal engine components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

• Harsh or Jerky Shifting
  • Description/Symptoms: The CVT exhibits harsh or jerky “shifting” (even though it doesn’t have traditional gears), especially during acceleration or deceleration.
  • Solution: Recalibration of the transmission control module (TCM) or, in more severe cases, replacement of the CVT unit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• CVT Whining Noise
  • Description/Symptoms: A noticeable whining or high-pitched noise emanating from the transmission, particularly during acceleration.
  • Solution: CVT fluid change may alleviate the noise. If noise persists, the CVT may need to be replaced.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

No Issues Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
  • Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system freezes, crashes, or becomes unresponsive, requiring a reset or reboot.
  • Solution: Software update for the infotainment system. If the problem persists, the unit may need to be replaced.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $1,200+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Backup Camera Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: The backup camera displays a blank screen, distorted image, or fails to activate when the vehicle is in reverse.
  • Solution: Check the camera wiring and connections. If the wiring is intact, the camera unit may need to be replaced.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Automatic High Beam Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: The automatic high beams can be overly sensitive and flicker on and off frequently, or fail to work as expected.
  • Solution: Software update to adjust sensitivity. In more severe cases, replacement of the sensor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Rattling Noises from Dashboard/Door Panels
  • Description/Symptoms: Annoying rattling noises emanating from the dashboard or door panels, especially on rough roads.
  • Solution: Identify the source of the rattle and apply foam padding or shims to secure the loose components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 (DIY) - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Bluetooth Connectivity Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty pairing devices, dropped connections, or poor audio quality during Bluetooth calls.
  • Solution: Update the infotainment system software. Check device compatibility.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2024 Hyundai Venue appears to have a mix of minor and moderate issues, with the most common complaints revolving around the infotainment system and transmission. While some issues, like software glitches, can be resolved with updates, others, such as transmission problems or excessive oil consumption, can be more costly to repair. Overall, the severity of the common issues ranges from minor annoyances to potentially expensive repairs. Prospective buyers should be aware of these potential problems and factor them into their purchasing decision.