Hyundai i20: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 44,709 Hyundai i20 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2008 and 2026.
In a sample of 400 cars, 62.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (16% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 5 recalls for this model; 6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 16% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 11% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 10.3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 8.3% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 8.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8% |
| Tyre damaged | 7.8% |
| Airbag/seatbelt warning indicates a fault | 4.8% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 4.8% |
Share of 400 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 12.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 2.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 44,709 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2008 to 2026 |
All Hyundai i20 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-15 | brakes | serious | 3,576 |
| 2025-08-11 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 4,751 |
| 2025-05-16 | brakes | – | 1,234 |
| 2021-02-18 | electrical system | serious | 268 |
| 2021-01-07 | electrical system | – | 38 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Hyundai i20 fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 62.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Hyundai i20?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (16%), tyre pressure incorrect (13%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (11%).
Does the Hyundai i20 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 5 recalls. 6% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Hyundai models
i10 · Kona · Tucson · i30 · iX20 · iX35 · Getz · Atos-Prime · IONIQ5 · Ioniq · Inster · Santa Fe · Matrix · Bayon · IONIQ6
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.