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ProblemsByVin File / 2023-HYUNDAI-IONIQ-5 NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2023 · Hyundai

Hyundai Ioniq 5 problems

375 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2023 Ioniq 5?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
215 reports · fails ~21,390 mi · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
70 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
8 reports · avg $450
severe
cruise control
8 reports · avg $600
severe
tires
6 reports · avg $150
moderate
lighting
5 reports · avg $250
moderate
steering
4 reports · avg $700
moderate
visibility
4 reports · avg $350
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2023 Ioniq 5 · electrical
ICCU failed causing car to be unable to be charged. If driven any further it would have eventually stopped working.
2023 Ioniq 5 · electrical
I purchesed the Hyundai ionic 5 2023 from hyandai dealer ship. It had 42 k miles. The car ran good. So I got it. They promised me before the I bought they would charge it up free. When I signed the paper they said they couldn't charge it for me. I drove 5 miles the original…
2023 Ioniq 5 · electrical
While driving on a 45 mph speed limit road, there was a "pop" noise and then alarms on the dash display that power was limited and stop the car. The car's speed was severely limited to about 10 mph for a few seconds while I pulled the car over, and then the car died.…
2023 Ioniq 5 · electrical
I was sitting in my parked vehicle, which I had just turned on. It was cold so I turned on the seat warmer. About a minute later, I hear a pop and saw a “check electric vehicle system” warning on my dash, followed by an audible alarm and a new “stop vehicle and check power…
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 24V065000 February 1, 2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Genesis GV60 vehicles

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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).

Common questions

Is the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 375 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 215 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 21,390 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 21,390 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Hyundai Ioniq 5 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 375 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/Hyundai/Ioniq 5. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Hyundai. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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