Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 125 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, across 6 model years (2017–2022). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (42). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Ioniq Hybrid year: 2017. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Ioniq Hybrid: 42 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2022 Ioniq Hybrid: 24 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2020 Ioniq Hybrid: 17 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2018 Ioniq Hybrid: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2021 Ioniq Hybrid: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2019 Ioniq Hybrid: 16 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 42 | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 27 | 6 | 4 |
| Engine | 20 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 | 6 | 6 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ioniq Hybrid | 24 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | More complaints than other years |
| 2021 Ioniq Hybrid | 13 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2020 Ioniq Hybrid | 17 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2019 Ioniq Hybrid | 16 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2018 Ioniq Hybrid | 13 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2017 Ioniq Hybrid | 42 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2017 (42) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Ioniq Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid?
Electrical System, with 42 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.