Hyundai IONIQ 5 recalls

21 official safety recalls for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. High-voltage battery module may have misaligned electrodes

    Reported September 7, 2026Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2026/3193 vehicles affected

    A high-voltage battery module may have misaligned electrodes. The vehicle can be used as normal, but should be parked in a well-ventilated area. The module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Some vehicles may have a potential issue with one module within the high voltage battery which may have been manufactured with misaligned electrodes.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may contain a suspect HV (high voltage) battery module manufactured by the supplier during a specific production period. It is recommended that the vehicle is to be parked in a well ventilated area. The vehicle can be used as normal.
    Remedy
    Replacement of the high voltage battery module will be carried out.

  2. High-voltage battery cells may cause a fire

    Reported July 2, 2026Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 26V4320006 vehicles affected

    Park outside: the maker advises parking affected vehicles outdoors, away from buildings, until they are repaired.

    Misaligned electrodes in the high-voltage battery cells may cause a fire while parked or driving, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery system assembly, free of charge. Until repaired, park outside and away from structures and limit charging to 80%.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ioniq 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving.
    Consequence
    A fire increases the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery system assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 31, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 305. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 3, 2026.

  3. Rear suspension fasteners may loosen and detach

    Reported May 18, 2026Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 26V314000172 vehicles affected

    Rear suspension fasteners may loosen and detach, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the fasteners and perform a rear vehicle alignment as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Ioniq 5 and 2026 Ioniq 9 vehicles. The fasteners for the rear suspension may loosen and detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
    Consequence
    A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension fasteners and perform a rear vehicle alignment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 303. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 20, 2026.

  4. Instrument cluster may reboot while driving

    Reported April 2, 2026Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2026/1462,745 vehicles affected

    The instrument cluster may reboot while the vehicle is in use, leaving the display blank. A software update will be deployed remotely.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Some vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle
    Defect
    Some vehicles may face a concern where the instrument cluster panel may reboot during vehicle operation potentially resulting in a blank instrument cluster display screen.
    Remedy
    To correct this an ‘Over the Air ‘ software update to the vehicles will be deployed remotely.

  5. High-voltage battery bus bar may short-circuit

    Reported February 5, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V06800027 vehicles affected

    An improperly tightened bus bar may cause a short circuit in the high-voltage battery system, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar bolts and replace the battery system assembly if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
    Consequence
    An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 294. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.

  6. Instrument panel display may fail

    Reported January 26, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V04700041,651 vehicles affected

    A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail, hiding safety information such as speed or warning lights and increasing crash risk. The display software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
    Consequence
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.

  7. Front seat belt retractors may not be secure

    Reported November 17, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V7970001,535 vehicles affected

    The driver and front passenger seat belt retractors may not be securely fastened and may not work properly in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and secure them as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the driver and front passenger seats may not be securely fastened.
    Consequence
    An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and secure the seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 287. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.

  8. Rear suspension alignment bolts may be loose

    Reported September 11, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V6050008 vehicles affected

    Improperly tightened rear suspension alignment bolts may cause a loss of vehicle stability control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the bolts, align the wheels and replace tyres if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles. Certain rear suspension alignment adjustment bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of vehicle stability control.
    Consequence
    A loss of vehicle stability control increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the adjustment bolts, align the wheels, and replace tires if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 284. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 13, 2025.

  9. High-voltage battery bus bar may short circuit

    Reported July 23, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V48200010 vehicles affected

    Park outside: the maker advises parking affected vehicles outdoors, away from buildings, until they are repaired.

    An improperly tightened bus bar in the high-voltage battery may short circuit, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the battery system as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
    Consequence
    An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect and repair the high voltage battery system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 280.

  10. Headlight aim label may be incorrect

    Reported June 3, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V37300010,409 vehicles affected

    An incorrect label may cause the right headlight to be aimed improperly, reducing road illumination and driver visibility. Owners will receive a corrected label with inspection and installation instructions, or may have a dealer install it free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles. The right-side headlight may have an incorrect headlight aim label, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Hyundai will mail owners a corrected label with inspection and installation instructions. Owners may bring their vehicle to a dealer for the repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 279.

  11. Brake software may reduce braking or allow continued acceleration

    Reported April 10, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V2350001,589 vehicles affected

    Software may reduce braking performance when left-foot braking is activated, and the vehicle may continue accelerating after the pedal is released with N e-shift engaged. This increases crash risk. The software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 "N" vehicles equipped with left-foot braking (LFB) and N e-shift features. The integrated electronic brake (IEB) and vehicle control unit (VCU) software may cause reduced braking performance when LFB is activated. Additionally, the vehicle may continue to accelerate after the pedal is released and the vehicle's N e-shift feature is engaged.
    Consequence
    Reduced braking performance and unexpected, continued acceleration increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to use the LFB or N e-Shift features until the remedy has been performed. The IEB and VCU software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 25V-065. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 277.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.safercar.gov.

  12. Braking performance may be reduced with left-foot braking

    Reported February 6, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V0650001,587 vehicles affected

    Software may reduce braking performance when left-foot braking is activated, increasing stopping distance and crash risk. Owners are advised not to use the affected feature until the remedy is complete. Dealers will update the brake and vehicle control software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 "N" vehicles equipped with a left-foot braking (LFB) feature. The integrated electronic brake (IEB) and vehicle control unit (VCU) software may cause reduced braking performance when LFB is activated.
    Consequence
    Reduced braking performance can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Owners who have not received the recall remedy are advised not to use the LFB feature until the updated remedy has been performed. Additionally, owners who have received the recall remedy are advised not to use the 'N' E-shift feature until the updated remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the IEB and VCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V-235. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 275.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  13. Rear side air bag may not deploy as intended

    Reported February 6, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V06400033 vehicles affected

    An open circuit in the rear floor wiring harness may prevent the rear side air bag from deploying as intended, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the harness as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 EV vehicles. The rear floor wiring harness may contain an open circuit, which can result in the rear side air bag not deploying as intended.
    Consequence
    A rear side air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the rear floor wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 274.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  14. Charging unit may stop charging the 12-volt battery

    Reported November 18, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V868000145,642 vehicles affected

    The charging unit may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the unit and fuse as needed, and update the software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2025 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis G80 "Electrified" vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or Genesis customer service at 1-844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 272 (Hyundai) and 025G (Genesis). This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-204. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-204 will need to have the new remedy completed.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  15. Rear inner driveshaft may cause loss of drive

    Reported May 13, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/169227 vehicles affected

    The rear inner driveshaft may develop noise and cause loss of drive. The affected driveshaft will be replaced and checked for proper fastening.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The rear inner driveshaft may develop noise resulting in a loss of drive
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the rear inner driveshaft may develop noise resulting in a loss of drive.
    Remedy
    On all affected vehicles replace the affected driveshaft and check properly fastened

  16. Charging unit may stop charging the 12-volt battery

    Reported May 6, 2024Model years 2021–2024DVSA recall R/2024/16418,835 vehicles affected

    The integrated charging control unit may fail to charge the 12-volt battery, causing the vehicle to enter failsafe driving mode. The software will be updated, and the unit and fuse checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become defective and stop charging the 12-volt battery which can result in the vehicle entering into a ‘failsafe’ driving mode.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may be come defective and stop charging the 12volt battery this can result in the vehicle entering a failsafe driving mode
    Remedy
    On all affected vehicles update the ICCU software and check and replace if necessary the ICCU and fuse.

  17. Charging control unit may stop charging 12-Volt battery

    Reported March 15, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V20400099,055 vehicles affected

    The charging control unit may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can cause a loss of drive power and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the unit and its fuse if necessary, and update its software. Repairs are free.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2024 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis G80 "Electrified" vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V-868. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 257/021G.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  18. Rear driveshaft may break under load

    Reported February 1, 2024Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 24V0650001,165 vehicles affected

    The rear inner driveshaft may break under load because it was improperly heat-treated, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the driveshaft free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Genesis GV60 vehicles. The rear inner driveshaft may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the rear inner driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 253(H), 017G(G).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  19. VIN label may show incorrect maximum laden mass

    Reported March 13, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/0411,078 vehicles affected

    The VIN label may show an incorrect maximum permissible laden mass. It will be replaced with an amended label.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The vehicle identification number label may not have the correct maximum permissible laden mass printed on the VIN label.
    Defect
    The vehicle identification number label may not have the correct maximum permissible laden mass printed on the VIN label.
    Remedy
    Replace the vehicle identification number label with an amended VIN label.

  20. Electronic parking pawl may disengage Park

    Reported June 20, 2022Model years 2020–2022DVSA recall R/2022/1606,061 vehicles affected

    The electronic parking pawl actuator may disengage Park. A software update will be applied to the shift control unit to prevent this.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE ELECTRONIC PARKING PAWL ACTUATOR SYSTEM MAY DISENGAGE THE PARK (P) POSITION
    Defect
    The electronic parking pawl actuator system may disengage the Park (�P�) position.
    Remedy
    A software update will be applied to the SCU (Shift By Wire Control Unit) to prevent the issue from occurring.

  21. Parking mechanism may disengage

    Reported May 11, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V32400010,729 vehicles affected

    A software error may disengage the parking mechanism, allowing the vehicle to roll away and increasing crash or injury risk. Use the electronic parking brake when parking until repaired. Dealers will update the control unit software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Ioniq 5 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
    Consequence
    Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy
    Drivers are recommended to use the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) when parking their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 228.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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