How many Transmission & Powertrain complaints does the 2023 Ioniq 5 have?

NHTSA lists 72 complaints in this category for the 2023 Ioniq 5, which is 19% of the 386 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission or powertrain recall on the 2023 Ioniq 5?

Yes, recall 24V065000 covers 2023 Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Genesis GV60 vehicles for a rear inner driveshaft that may have been improperly heat-treated and can break under load. Dealers replace the rear inner driveshaft free of charge.

What kind of powertrain problems do owners report on the 2023 Ioniq 5?

Owners describe sudden loss of acceleration at highway speed, the car entering a power-limited 'turtle mode' after sustained fast driving, and occasional failure to shift into Drive or Reverse.

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to these powertrain complaints?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 Ioniq 5 lists 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the reported incidents.

Is the powertrain complaint rate higher in 2023 than other Ioniq 5 model years?

The 2023 Ioniq 5 shows 72 complaints (19% share); by comparison 2022 had 84 complaints (21% share), 2024 had 37 (17%), and 2025 had 57 (19%).

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 72 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 19% of all 386 complaints filed for that year. A related recall (24V065000) covers a rear inner driveshaft that may break under load.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 72; 19% of 386
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: —
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle unexpectedly loses acceleration or drops speed while driving on the freeway at highway speeds, sometimes with no warning lights.
Car enters a 'power limited' mode after sustained highway driving over roughly 50 to 70 mph, showing a turtle icon and requiring the vehicle to sit off before normal power returns.
Some drivers report the car occasionally fails to shift into Drive or Reverse after being parked, requiring the vehicle to be restarted once or twice.
Adaptive cruise control shuts off unexpectedly followed by sudden loss of acceleration, leaving only steering and brakes functional.
Owners describe an ICCU (integrated charging control unit) failure causing a loud pop, warning lights, power limiting, and the need for a tow to the dealer.

When 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint May 25, 2023, latest Jun 28, 2026.

72 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2023 to Jun 2026; peak Mar 2025 (7).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5

NHTSA 24V065000Feb 1, 2024Transmission & Powertrain1,165 vehicles
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Genesis GV60 vehicles. The rear inner driveshaft may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear inner driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 253(H), 017G(G).

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Ioniq 5 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202284 (21%)
202372 (19%)
202437 (17%)
202557 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Transmission & Powertrain complaints does the 2023 Ioniq 5 have?: NHTSA lists 72 complaints in this category for the 2023 Ioniq 5, which is 19% of the 386 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission or powertrain recall on the 2023 Ioniq 5?: Yes, recall 24V065000 covers 2023 Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Genesis GV60 vehicles for a rear inner driveshaft that may have been improperly heat-treated and can break under load. Dealers replace the rear inner driveshaft free of charge.
What kind of powertrain problems do owners report on the 2023 Ioniq 5?: Owners describe sudden loss of acceleration at highway speed, the car entering a power-limited 'turtle mode' after sustained fast driving, and occasional failure to shift into Drive or Reverse.
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to these powertrain complaints?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 Ioniq 5 lists 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the reported incidents.
Is the powertrain complaint rate higher in 2023 than other Ioniq 5 model years?: The 2023 Ioniq 5 shows 72 complaints (19% share); by comparison 2022 had 84 complaints (21% share), 2024 had 37 (17%), and 2025 had 57 (19%).