Hyundai Ioniq Recalls (2017-2020)
The Hyundai Ioniq has been the subject of 7 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2017 to 2020 model years. They cluster mostly around the hybrid propulsion system, electrical system, and wheels.
The Hyundai Ioniq scores 85 out of 100 (grade A), one of the cleaner recall records among the vehicles we track. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 43% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 7 campaigns span 4 model years of the Hyundai Ioniq. The single largest affected 4,696 vehicles, over electrical system. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Ioniq problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Hyundai Ioniq may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Hyundai Ioniq recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Hyundai Ioniq recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2020 Hyundai Ioniq Recalls
1 recall affects the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq, involving the electrical system.
2019 Hyundai Ioniq Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq, involving the electrical system and wheels.
2018 Hyundai Ioniq Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq, involving the hybrid propulsion system and electrical system.
2017 Hyundai Ioniq Recalls
5 recalls affect the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq, involving the hybrid propulsion system and electrical system.
Every Hyundai Ioniq recall in detail
Hybrid Propulsion System
- Affected years
- 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 10,575
- Reported
- Jun 28, 2022
- Owners notified
- Aug 23, 2022
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ioniq HEV and Ionic PHV vehicles previously recalled under recall number 18V-704. The Power Relay Assembly (PRA) located underneath the rear seat may overheat.
Risk: An overheated PRA increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the main relay or PRA, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 232. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 18V-704. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA campaign number 22V459000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2017-2019 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 2,679
- Reported
- Dec 7, 2021
- Owners notified
- Feb 2, 2022
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.
Risk: Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 215.
NHTSA campaign number 21V944000.
Electrical System
- Affected years
- 2020 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 4,696
- Reported
- Mar 1, 2021
- Owners notified
- Jun 17, 2021
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.
NHTSA campaign number 21V127000.
Wheels
- Affected years
- 2019 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 48
- Reported
- Oct 9, 2019
- Owners notified
- Nov 15, 2019
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.
NHTSA campaign number 19V720000.
Hybrid Propulsion System
- Affected years
- 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 10,575
- Reported
- Oct 5, 2018
- Owners notified
- Feb 28, 2019
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
Risk: The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 178.
NHTSA campaign number 18V704000.
Hybrid Propulsion System
- Affected years
- 2017 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 10,156
- Reported
- Apr 24, 2018
- Owners notified
- Jun 18, 2018
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 176.
NHTSA campaign number 18V260000.
Hybrid Propulsion System
- Affected years
- 2017 Hyundai Ioniq
- Vehicles in this recall
- 218
- Reported
- Aug 28, 2017
- Owners notified
- Nov 27, 2017
Defect: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles. Manufacturing defects within the Electronic Power Control Unit (EPCU) may allow coolant to contact the unit's circuit board.
Risk: If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected were mailed October 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 166.
NHTSA campaign number 17V532000.
Common questions about Hyundai Ioniq recalls
- Does the Hyundai Ioniq have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 7 recall campaigns on record for the Hyundai Ioniq across the 2017 to 2020 model years. The most common areas are the hybrid propulsion system, electrical system, and wheels.
- How many times has the Hyundai Ioniq been recalled?
- The Hyundai Ioniq has 7 recall campaigns from the 2017 to 2020 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Hyundai Ioniq recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the electrical system, affecting 4,696 vehicles. Owners were told to park outside and away from buildings because of a fire risk. An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Which Hyundai Ioniq model year has the most recalls?
- The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq has the most, with 5 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Hyundai Ioniq has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.