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2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid sits mid-pack among Ioniq Hybrid years: 32 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 30, with a single recall and one closed investigation. Complainants reported 11 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across speed control (6), driver assistance (6), and electrical system (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

32

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

11

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Ioniq Hybrid years?

Ioniq Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted61 complaints2017: 61 complaints2018: 18 complaints2019: 32 complaints2020: 27 complaints2021: 20 complaints2022: 38 complaints
Ioniq Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control619%
Driver Assistance619%
Electrical System413%
Engine39%
Brakes39%
Fuel System26%
Other26%
Transmission26%
Lighting13%
Airbags13%
Steering13%
Body & Structure13%

Does the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid have recalls?

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

19V720000Tires & WheelsOctober 9, 2019 · 48 units

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.

Consequence

A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“While attempting to park and depressing the brake the car made a sudden acceleration without input and hard braking did not slow the car. The car then impacted the curb. On another occasion while stopped at a red light the car began to move forward while the break was depressed. Pressing the break…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · October 3, 2025 · crash

“The system lost its ability to audibly warn me of various conditions that were a risk to everybody in the car. Examples of alerts we could not here were: blind spot collision warning, cross traffic while backing up, driver attention alert when hands are not on the steering wheel, and audible…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · January 15, 2026

“The contact owned a 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, all lights, including the headlights. As a result, the vehicle veered off the roadway into a ditch, coming to a complete stop after colliding with a sign. The air bags did deploy.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 24, 2023 · crash

“While attempting to park and depressing the brake the car made a sudden acceleration without input and hard braking did not slow the car. The car then impacted the curb. On another occasion while stopped at a red light the car began to move forward while the break was depressed. Pressing the break…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 3, 2025 · crash

“FOR THE SECOND COLD MORNING THIS YEAR MY IONIQ STALLED. I WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. TEMPERATURE WAS -3F, I PRESS THE POWER BUTTON, CAR TRIED TO START AND STALLED THREE TIMES IN A ROW THEN GOT A CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM WARNING MESSAGE. I TURNED THE CAR OFF THEN ON AGAIN AND IT STARTED TO STALL, I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 3, 2019

2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid reliable?

It is close to typical for the Ioniq Hybrid: 32 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2019 Ioniq Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (6 complaints), driver assistance (6 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints).

Does the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

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

Which Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ioniq Hybrid years to avoid are 2017. The cleanest record among Ioniq Hybrid years belongs to 2018.

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.