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2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

0/100

#4 most-complained of 4 Ioniq 5 years

The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 ranks 4th (best) of 4 model years, with a Complaint Index of 0 and 222 complaints logged. It carries 3 recalls, all tied to the Electrical System, including the ICCU charging unit and high-voltage battery fire risk.

Complaints
222
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
110
127 city / 94 hwy

Top 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System176 (79%)
  2. Fuel System51 (23%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain37 (17%)
  4. Engine28 (13%)
  5. Other19 (9%)
  6. Brakes9 (4%)
  7. Collision Avoidance & Cameras7 (3%)
  8. Visibility & Wipers5 (2%)
  9. Steering4 (2%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (1%)

What owners report

  • Owners report sudden loss of braking, with the pedal going unresponsive while backing out of a driveway or approaching a red light.
  • Some describe unexpected forward acceleration while parking, resulting in collisions with parked cars, garage walls, or support poles.
  • Several owners report total electrical shutdown, with all instruments going dark and the vehicle unable to charge or move, requiring a tow.
  • One owner reported the vehicle would not accelerate past 20 mph on a highway on-ramp, creating a hazard in fast-moving traffic.
  • A tire pressure alarm and hissing sound preceded a rear tire riding up onto a curb during a low-speed turn.
  • An owner noted the recall repair for the Integrated Charging Control Unit was delayed because parts were not yet available.
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 complaints: complaints filed per month81Nov 2023Jul 2024Nov 2024Mar 2025Jul 2025Nov 2025Mar 2026Jul 2026
345 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2023 to Aug 2026; peak Feb 2026 (81).

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V432000Jul 2, 2026Electrical System6 vehiclesPark Outside

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ioniq 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving.

    Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery system assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 31, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 305. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 3, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 24V868000Nov 18, 2024Electrical System145,642 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:software

    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.

    Risk: 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.

  3. NHTSA 24V204000Mar 15, 2024Electrical System99,055 vehicles

    Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery

    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.

    Risk: 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.

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
127 MPG
Highway
94 MPG
Combined
110 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$700
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Electricity
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2024 compared with other Ioniq 5 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002022202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Good334053110
2023Caution673864—
2024Best02223110
2025Avoid100297998

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 Ioniq 5 has a Complaint Index of 0, the lowest of the four model years with data, and ranks as the Best year in the lineup.
What problems does the 2024 Ioniq 5 have?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 model year concentrate on the Electrical System, which accounts for 176 complaints, or 79% of all reports, with a median failure mileage of 10,120 miles.
Does the 2024 Ioniq 5 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Ioniq 5, all involving the Electrical System, including the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and a high-voltage battery fire risk that requires parking outside.
How does the 2024 Ioniq 5 compare to other years?
The 2024 model has a Complaint Index of 0 versus 33 for 2022, 67 for 2023, and 100 for 2025, making 2024 the best-ranked year among the four with data.
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Ioniq 5?
EPA rates the 2024 Ioniq 5 at 110 MPG combined (127 city / 94 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $700.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.