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Hyundai IONIQ
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IONIQ

LiftbackElectricity6 versionsOwner report
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141Hp

Power

10.6s

0–100 km/h

178km/h

Top speed

1.1L/100

Fuel (combined)

What owners say

Overview

Hyundai IONIQ (Multiple Generations: ~2017-2022 IONIQ Hybrid/PHEV/Electric, 2021+ IONIQ 5, 2023+ IONIQ 6, 2024+ IONIQ 5N) Sentiment varies significantly by model line. For the original IONIQ (Hybrid/PHEV/Electric), feedback is consistently positive, praising it as an underappreci

Known issues

• ICCU (Integrated Charging Control Unit) failure — Can cause complete vehicle shutdown, triggers dashboard warnings, requires replacement. Statistically cited as affecting 1-4% of E-GMP vehicles, but is a very frequent topic of concern and discussion. Recall issued. Frequency: very frequent (as a topic of concern)., 12V auxiliary battery failures — Multiple replacements reported within early ownership period on IONIQ 5. Frequency: recurrent.

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Generation by generation

Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).

Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
YearComplaintsRecallsMost-reported area
2019322electrical system
2017485electrical system

Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.

Recall notices7 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls

2019 · wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studscampaign 19V720000

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.

2019 · electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:onboard (obcm)campaign 21V944000

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.

2017 · electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:onboard (obcm)campaign 21V944000

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.

2017 · hybrid propulsion systemcampaign 17V532000

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.

2017 · hybrid propulsion system: invertercampaign 18V704000

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.

2017 · hybrid propulsion systemcampaign 18V260000

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.

2017 · hybrid propulsion system: invertercampaign 22V459000

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.

Specifications

Generation

Version

40.4 kWh (136 Hp) Electric

From 2019-2026

Power136 Hp
Torque295 Nm
0–100 km/h9.9 sec
Top speed165 km/h
DriveFront wheel drive
Transmission1 gears, automatic transmission
Seats5 seats
Fuel typeElectricity
Body typeLiftback

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BrandHyundai
Versions catalogued6
Body typesLiftback
Owner reportAvailable

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