repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
NewRisk. An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 29 owner complaints about the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Cutlass, CC0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has problems
29 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Electrical system
5Lane departure
4Forward collision avoidance
3Seats
3Vehicle speed control
2Back over prevention
2Service brakes
1Wheels
1Engine
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other Ioniq 5 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ioniq 5 median. How we score
'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 safety ratings
2026 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 SUV BEV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (8.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Ioniq 5 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
There was a moving traffic violation of Texas Transportation Codes § 545.101 (Improper Turn) and § 545.060 (Failure to Maintain a Single Lane). I was going southbound on [XXX] and got in the [XXX] to turn right onto [XXX]. The robotaxi was in the innermost right turn lane. At this intersection,…
The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, and a battery warning light and a "Vehicle Will Come to a Stop" warning message illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle…
I turned the car on and a red battery shaped light appeared on the dash while I was in Park. I quickly looked up what the light meant as this was not the first time I've had a warning light show up. According to Ontario Hyundai website, it's a serious electrical issue that requires immediate…
Own a 2026 Ioniq 5?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.