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#BS-2023-HYUION-B6422023 Hyundai Ioniq 5Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 625 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Red Flag
Based on 625 complaints, 35 crashes, 5 fires, and 4 recalls.
Top reported problems
cooling system fluid pump failure
1 complaints • Severity 6/10
rear motor failure
1 complaints • Severity 6/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
273 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 16K miles.
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Top cost driver: Electrical (273 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 44% of all reports filed for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, with 273 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 16,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 16K-mile mark.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, with 72 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Fuel System Issues
Fuel System complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, with 67 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, with 38 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Recent trend: stable.
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Recall History (4 recalls)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
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.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Frontal crash
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
Side crash
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Rollover
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)
All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.
Loss of Motive Power
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The worst model year for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the 2022 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is ac / heater.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 625 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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