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2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 9 complaints on file for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

9

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Ioniq Electric years?

Ioniq Electric NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted15 complaints2017: 15 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 10 complaints2020: 9 complaints2021: 1 complaints
Ioniq Electric NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes333%
Driver Assistance111%
Electrical System111%
Engine111%
Fuel System111%
Other111%
Speed Control111%

Does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V127000Electrical SystemMarch 1, 2021 · 4,696 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“the Hyundai ioniq 5 doesn't turn on its brake lights when you're using single-pedal driving, as shown in this youtube video: https://youtu.be/U0YW7x9U5TQ?t=97 these should be recalled because you can bring the vehicle to a complete stop without the brakes turning on ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 25, 2023

“Refill Coolant warning light intermittently signals EV battery coolant problem. Hyundai dealer in Fort Wayne, IN, topped off coolant. Andrew service representative was informed of two YouTube videos explaining recall due to defective coolant ASC1 that crystalizes and/or becomes sludgy. Video…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 3, 2023

“When approaching a turn, I let off the accelerator but the car didn’t stop accelerating. Instead, it gently kept accelerating. I applied the brakes and the car started slowing down but not at the same rate I was applying brake pressure. Therefore I floored the brakes to try coming to a complete…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 26, 2024 · crash

“8-1-2020 HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA LETTER RECEIVED THAT ORIGINAL WINDOW STICKER HAD INCORRECT INFORMATION AND IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH BLIND SPOT AND REAR CROSS TRAFFIC COLLISION AVOIDANCE ASSIST SYSTEMS; HOWEVER THESE VEHCLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH BLIND SPOT AND REAR CROSS TRAFFIC COLLISION WARNING SYSTEMS.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 1, 2020

“When approaching a turn, I let off the accelerator but the car didn’t stop accelerating. Instead, it gently kept accelerating. I applied the brakes and the car started slowing down but not at the same rate I was applying brake pressure. Therefore I floored the brakes to try coming to a complete…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 26, 2024 · crash

2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric — common questions

Is the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric reliable?

The record is thin — 9 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric under NHTSA investigation?

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

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.