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2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 sits mid-pack among Ioniq 5 years: 339 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 429, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation.

The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 52% of all reports (175 of 339), far ahead of fuel system at 50. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

339

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Ioniq 5 years?

Ioniq 5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted650 complaints2022: 650 complaints2023: 610 complaints2024: 339 complaints2025: 427 complaints2026: 29 complaints
Ioniq 5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System17552%
Fuel System5015%
Transmission3611%
Engine216%
Other165%
Driver Assistance113%
Brakes93%
Speed Control72%
Visibility & Wipers51%
Steering21%
Tires & Wheels21%
Lighting21%
Seat Belts10%
Body & Structure10%
Airbags10%

Does the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V868000Electrical SystemNovember 18, 2024 · 145,642 units

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.

24V204000Electrical SystemMarch 15, 2024 · 99,055 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Backing vehicle out of driveway and went to engage brakes and they did not engage. began rolling backwards down street with steep grade. Kept stepping on brakes with no response. Had to turn into a parked vehicle to keep from rolling down steep grade and potentially off a substantial cliff.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 2, 2024 · crash

“My wife was parking the 2024 ioniq and it lurched forward at a high rate of speed and slammed into another car parked in our driveway and drove that vehicle through our home garage door. She feels certain that her foot was on the brake, but even if she accidentally slipped and appleid the brake the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 26, 2025 · crash

“About 2 minutes after I started driving, I got a "Stop Vehicle and Check Power Supply" warning. The car slower to about 20 mph and would not go any faster. After returning home, I had the car towed to the dealership. Hyundai said that the ICCU unit failed. This was days after the same dealer…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 19, 2025

“ICCU failed after 14k miles. Car suddenly went into "turtle" mode (displayed on dash), car could only go 10 mph and my wife had to pull the car off the street asap and was a very scary experience. Dealer has confirmed the ICCU failure and given me a loaner vehicle. No eta on when the part can be…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 6, 2026

“Car will randomly start giving warning messages (while driving or parked). Messages include pull over and check brake system, lane departure system failure, check battery, the speedometer will read 0 while driving, among multiple others. Dealership has ' fixed' multiple times, replacing fuses,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 1, 2024

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 — common questions

Is the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Ioniq 5: 339 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2024 Ioniq 5 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (175 complaints), fuel system (50 complaints), transmission (36 complaints).

Does the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Hyundai Ioniq 5 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ioniq 5 years to avoid are 2022. The cleanest record among Ioniq 5 years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.