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This 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has 375 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
8.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
8.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has 375 owner complaints, 11 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Hyundai
- Model
- Ioniq 5
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 375
- Crash-related complaints
- 11
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Fuel/Propulsion System
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain, Fuel/Propulsion System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
This HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
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Pre-purchase
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Inspection Focus
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 has 375 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. 11 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 375 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 3 federal recall campaigns
- 11 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 265 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 71 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 65 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 43 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 37 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 26 | 6 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 22 | 6 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
OnXXX, as we approached what I call the 6 o’clock position of a round-about in [XXX], we had braked almost to a full stop (0-5 mph) to wait on the car ahead of us to enter the round-about when we felt increasing movement. Despite braking, to wait on that car, our car with increa…
All symptoms of a 2nd iccu failure. Pop noise heard. Warning lights came on 12v drained, vehicle towed to nearest dealer.
Car indicated 12v battery was critically low and that I should stop safely. I was just starting it in a parking lot. This is a classic ICCU failure and the car is up to date on all recall updates. The car requires manual key unlocking for outside access at this point, and the…
The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed on my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. The vehicle stopped charging prematurely overnight via AC Level 2 charging and then refused to charge again at all. The ICCU is responsible for maintaining the 12V battery by topping it up during norma…
The ICCU died a second time
ICCU failed at 20,000 miles, 2 years after I first got the vehicle. Blue link showed the P1a9096 ICCU code failure. Car could not be driven for more than a few minutes then the message to stop safely came about and car would die. It took the dealer 2 months to replace the ICCU wi…
My Hyundai IONIQ 5 has repeatedly lost 12V power and shut down. The vehicle had to be jumped by AAA multiple times. After being restarted, it died again, and after two days of use it was dead again. I am concerned this is related to the known ICCU / 12V battery charging issue aff…
Iccu failure. Vehicle stops working completely
See attached document for complaint.
While charging my vehicle at home using a level 2 charger, the ICCU failed. When it failed, it caused a power surge and my level 2 charger “exploded.” It also caused the master breaker to trip, cutting the power off to my entire house. The vehicle no longer charges, will not driv…
There was sudden power reduced and turn to the limp mode(Turtle symbol popped up). After pull over my vehicle to highway shoulder, the vehicle became total power loss. Unable to drive anywhere. It was a dangerous situation for my family. We waited tow car and took my vehicle to …
On XXXXX, while parked at a campsite approximately two hours from my home, the vehicle displayed an “electrical failure” warning on the dashboard. The vehicle had been parked for less than 20 minutes when this issue occurred. I contacted Hyundai customer support that same evening…
On 11/7/25 , we were driving my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 to a friend's home in rural [XXX] , a trip of approximately 160 miles. At around 5:00 PM, we stopped about halfway to our destination to charge the battery. The car would not charge above 47%. While we continued to attempt to c…
7 incidents of electrical drive problem incidents 1-3car would not start despite full battery Incident 4 same thing and car went to dealer, they said know problem and they would fix it overnight by downloading new software and charge about 400 for new 12V battery Incident 5 While…
While driving the vehicle, the ICCU failed. The vehicle shut down in the middle of traffic without any warnings.
On Mar 29th, I got a 12v battery low voltage warning sign at 4pm. Jumpstarted the car and drove back to the home. On Mar 30th, car would not start so I had it towed to Downey Hyundai by roadside assistance. On Mar 30th, 12:41pm dealer confirmed that the it will need an "ICCU" an…
I am writing to notify you of an Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failure on my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, purchased in October of 2023. While driving home on March 4 2026, the dashboard displayed the warning "Check vehicle electrical system," and then a "pull over safely" warn…
Failure of Integrated Charge Control Unit (ICCU). Vehicle stopped charging 12V service battery from main high voltage battery. Displayed "Check Electric Vehicle System" followed by "Stop vehicle and check power supply". Vehicle to operate normally though Cruise Control stopped wo…
My vehicle lost power as I was driving after warnings from the electrical system. The vehicle was towed to a Hyundai dealership where it was diagnosed with ICCU failure. The ICCU system was replaced by dealer.
AWD functionality of car broken. Had to get traction motor replaced.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Safety recalls
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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Questions
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 375 owner complaints, 11 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. This HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (265 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (71 complaints). #3: Fuel/Propulsion System (65 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, NHTSA complaints include 11 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 375 total complaints. 4 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. A major recall area is POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?▾
This HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
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