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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2026 to Dec 2025
The most reported issue is electrical system problems (97 complaints). 1 complaint involved crashes.
Open Safety Recalls (8)
NHTSA Campaign: 25V064000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 EV vehicles. The rear floor wiring harness may contain an open circuit, which can result in the rear side air bag not deploying as intended.
Risk: A rear side air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear floor wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 274.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V065000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 "N" vehicles equipped with a left-foot braking (LFB) feature. The integrated electronic brake (IEB) and vehicle control unit (VCU) software may cause reduced braking performance when LFB is activated.
Risk: Reduced braking performance can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners who have not received the recall remedy are advised not to use the LFB feature until the updated remedy has been performed. Additionally, owners who have received the recall remedy are advised not to use the 'N' E-shift feature until the updated remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the IEB and VCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V-235. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 275.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V235000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 "N" vehicles equipped with left-foot braking (LFB) and N e-shift features. The integrated electronic brake (IEB) and vehicle control unit (VCU) software may cause reduced braking performance when LFB is activated. Additionally, the vehicle may continue to accelerate after the pedal is released and the vehicle's N e-shift feature is engaged.
Risk: Reduced braking performance and unexpected, continued acceleration increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use the LFB or N e-Shift features until the remedy has been performed. The IEB and VCU software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 25V-065. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 277.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V373000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles. The right-side headlight may have an incorrect headlight aim label, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will mail owners a corrected label with inspection and installation instructions. Owners may bring their vehicle to a dealer for the repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 279.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V482000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect and repair the high voltage battery system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 280.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V605000
Component: SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles. Certain rear suspension alignment adjustment bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of vehicle stability control.
Risk: A loss of vehicle stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the adjustment bolts, align the wheels, and replace tires if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 284. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 13, 2025.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V797000
Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the driver and front passenger seats may not be securely fastened.
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 287. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
NHTSA Campaign: 26V068000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 6, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 294. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.
Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 222)
Electrical System →15 issues
Your car's charging control system failed, causing a loud popping sound from the rear and complete loss of engine power. This left you unable to drive the vehicle. The integrated charging control unit will likely need to be replaced or repaired to restore power and normal operation.
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While driving, your car lost electrical power unexpectedly, preventing it from accelerating and leaving you stranded. The power would randomly return and then cut out again. Your dealer identified a faulty ICCU (integrated charging control unit) as the cause.
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Your car displayed a 'Check Vehicle Electrical System' warning message, then the engine shut off and wouldn't restart even when you tried jump-starting it. This suggests a serious electrical system failure that prevented the vehicle from running.
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Your car's integrated charging control unit (ICCU) failed, causing your vehicle to stop while driving. This is an electrical system component that manages charging functions and its failure left you stranded on the road. The repair will likely require replacement of the ICCU module.
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While driving in heavy traffic, your 2025 Ioniq 5 displayed a "Stop Vehicle and Check Power Supply" warning and suddenly lost significant power, forcing you to pull over abruptly in a dangerous situation. The dealership informed you repairs could take up to four months with no loaner vehicle provided, leaving you without transportation. This electrical power loss creates a serious safety concern that needs prompt diagnosis and repair of the vehicle's power supply system.
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Your car's integrated charging control unit (ICCU) failed suddenly without any warning lights. When this happens, you hear a loud popping sound, the dashboard lights up, and your car becomes undrivable—leaving you stranded wherever the failure occurs. The dealership has inspected the issue. This will likely require replacement of the ICCU component.
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Your car suddenly lost all electrical power after a loud popping sound, leaving you stranded on a busy road. The dealership replaced the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), fuses, and coolant to restore power. According to the service manager, this is a known issue affecting some vehicles.
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Your car displayed a warning telling you not to drive it after you heard a loud popping noise, indicating an electrical system problem. The dealership diagnosed a failed Integrated Charging Controller Unit, which is the component that manages the car's charging system. This happened on a nearly new vehicle with less than 5,000 miles. The repair will likely involve replacing the charging controller unit.
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Your car's integrated charging control unit (ICCU) stopped working completely. The dealer had to replace the ICCU with an upgraded version, replace a fuse, and update the vehicle's software to fix the problem.
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Your car's electrical system completely lost power while parked, leaving it unable to start. This happened after your daughter had parked the car and gone into a store, with no warning signs beforehand. This is the second time you've experienced this issue — previously the ICCU (Integrated Charge Control Unit) and wiring harness were replaced during a 3-month shop visit, but the problem has recurred. The repair will likely involve diagnosing and replacing faulty electrical components, possibly the battery, ICCU, or wiring harness again.
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Your car's Integrated Cluster Control Unit (ICCU) — the computer that controls your dashboard displays and instrument cluster — may fail, causing your gauges or warning lights to malfunction. You might notice your speedometer, fuel gauge, or other dashboard readings stop working or display incorrectly. Repairs will likely involve diagnosing the ICCU and either reprogramming it or replacing the unit entirely.
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Your dashboard displayed a "Stop Vehicle and Check Power Supply" warning message while backing out of your driveway. The dealership diagnosed that your Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) needs to be replaced, but the part is on back order with no estimated arrival date. This electrical component controls your vehicle's charging system and will need to be replaced by a technician.
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Your car's Integrated Charge Control Unit (ICCU) failed, causing the vehicle to enter a low power mode where it couldn't operate normally. You had to have the car towed to the dealership for repairs. The fix will likely involve replacing or reprogramming the ICCU module.
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While parked, you hear a loud popping sound from the trunk area followed by a warning message about the battery management system, and the car becomes unable to start. The 12V battery appears to have failed completely, requiring the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and battery to be replaced.
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Your car's Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed at just 2,138 miles, preventing the 12V battery from charging. This caused the battery to drain completely, leaving your car unable to start or operate any electrical systems, and your vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. The same component has failed in earlier Ioniq 5 models under existing recalls, but your 2025 model isn't currently covered by those recalls. Replacing the ICCU with a new unit from the dealer would be needed to restore charging function.
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Electrical System,engine,fuel/propulsion System →1 issue
Your car experienced a sudden loud pop while driving, followed by a "Check Electrical System" warning and a dramatic loss of power that forced you to limp home at 20 mph on a busy highway. Hyundai confirmed that the ICCU (Integrated Charge Control Unit) and its fuse failed, and they're investigating whether the hybrid battery is also involved. The repair will likely require replacement of the ICCU, fuse, and possibly the hybrid battery module.
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Power Train,electrical System,vehicle Speed Control →1 issue
Your car's ICCU (Integrated Cluster Control Unit) short-circuited while you were driving, causing the engine to enter "limp mode" with a sudden pop noise and significant slowdown. This created a dangerous situation where another vehicle could have hit you from behind. Although this part has been recalled for earlier model years, your 2025 model year isn't included in that recall, and replacement parts are currently backordered with no immediate solution available.
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Fuel/propulsion System →1 issue
Your car's Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) — the component that manages charging and power conversion — failed completely at fewer than 3,000 miles, leaving your vehicle unable to drive or charge. Warning lights appeared on your dashboard before the total loss of power. The dealership and Hyundai confirmed this is a defect that cannot be repaired. Fixing this issue will require replacing the Integrated Charging Control Unit.
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Power Train,electrical System →1 issue
Your car's integrated control unit (ICCU) failed without warning while you were driving on a busy road, causing sudden power loss and multiple electrical system warning lights. Your vehicle slowed dramatically from normal speed to 10 MPH over about 30 seconds, then shut off completely in a parking lot. This loss of power while surrounded by faster traffic created a dangerous situation that could have been much worse on a highway.
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Power Train,electrical System,fuel/propulsion System →1 issue
Your car's dashboard displayed an electrical warning, and the vehicle wouldn't start. This appears to be an electrical system issue that may have prevented the engine from cranking. The problem may require diagnosis of the battery, electrical connections, or starting system components.
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