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161 model-year entries · 2005–2025

Hyundai electrical problems

4,938 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Hyundai vehicles for electrical issues. 20 active recall campaigns. See electrical across all makes →

Complaints

4,938

Recalls

Year-models

161

Avg fix

$850

99crashes

303fires

106injuries

1fatality

Editorial perspective by Shop Foreman · Lead technician

At the shop, Hyundai electrical-system issues have a recognizable signature. 4,938 documented complaints across 161 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. Complaint volume is spread across the lineup rather than parked on one bad year. That's the signature of a platform or supplier issue, not a single-year flub. 1 fatality report on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Hyundai vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Across the 1,719 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 71,222 miles. Average shop fix runs about $850 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Read the specific complaints before assuming the worst — the category covers everything from a forty-dollar switch to a twenty-five-hundred-dollar module.

Worst-affected Hyundai model-years for electrical Top 25 by complaint volume

2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5

236 complaints · ~$850 moderate

2013 Hyundai Sonata

220 complaints · ~$850 severe

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5

213 complaints · ~$850 moderate

2012 Hyundai Sonata

199 complaints · ~$850 severe

2016 Hyundai Tucson

158 complaints · ~$850 severe

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5

150 complaints · 3 recalls · ~$850 moderate

2015 Hyundai Sonata

140 complaints · ~$850 severe

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5

138 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 moderate

2013 Hyundai Elantra

128 complaints · ~$850 severe

2014 Hyundai Sonata

112 complaints · ~$850 severe

2012 Hyundai Elantra

103 complaints · ~$850 severe

2015 Hyundai Genesis

95 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$850 moderate

2017 Hyundai Elantra

92 complaints · ~$850 severe

2013 Hyundai Veloster

87 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 severe

2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

75 complaints · ~$850 severe

2016 Hyundai Sonata

72 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 severe

2006 Hyundai Sonata

68 complaints · ~$850 moderate

2017 Hyundai Tucson

65 complaints · ~$850 critical

2008 Hyundai Santa Fe

59 complaints · ~$850 severe

2009 Hyundai Sonata

52 complaints · ~$850 severe

2018 Hyundai Sonata

51 complaints · ~$850 severe

2008 Hyundai Veracruz

50 complaints · ~$850 severe

2007 Hyundai Sonata

47 complaints · ~$850 severe

2007 Hyundai Entourage

47 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 severe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

46 complaints · ~$850 severe

Active recalls — Hyundai electrical 12 on file

severe NHTSA 23V132000 February 28, 2023 2014 Hyundai Veloster

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the RPAS fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 242.

severe NHTSA 23V901000 December 26, 2023 2024 Hyundai Kona

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles

A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Fix: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.

severe NHTSA 24V562000 July 25, 2024 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe vehicles

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition lock switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 266.

severe NHTSA 25V482000 July 24, 2025 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles

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.

severe NHTSA 16V842000 November 21, 2016 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016

If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

severe NHTSA 24V877000 November 20, 2024 2025 Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles

A transmission that can shift out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking the vehicle. Dealers will reroute the console extension wiring assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 273.

severe NHTSA 15V678000 October 20, 2015 2016 Hyundai Sonata

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to August 21, 2015

If the driver is alerted there is a brake system malfunction, but not specifically with the ABS system, the driver may operate the vehicle unaware that the vehicle's brakes may lock up during hard braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 134.

severe NHTSA 06V356000 September 19, 2006 2007 Hyundai Entourage

On certain minivans equipped with adjustable brake pedals, the stop lamp switch wiring harness may be out of position

Chafed insulation could cause a short of the wiring harness resulting in the loss of brake lights, engine stalling, or an inability to start the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiring harness for chafing and repair it if necessary. Also, the dealer will secure the wiring harness to prevent future contact with the u-joint assembly.the recall began on october 9, 2006. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

severe NHTSA 15V097000 February 19, 2015 2015 Hyundai Genesis

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured February 21, 2014, to January 24, 2015

If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 128.

severe NHTSA 24V868000 November 18, 2024 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6

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

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

Fix: 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.

severe NHTSA 22V353000 May 18, 2022 2022 Hyundai Palisade

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Palisade vehicles

A disabled display screen will not show critical information, such as the meters, gauges, and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 230.

severe NHTSA 24V204000 March 15, 2024 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5

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

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

Fix: 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.

Common questions

How many Hyundai electrical complaints are on file with NHTSA?

4,938 complaints across 161 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 20 active recall campaigns cover electrical issues across the Hyundai lineup.

Which Hyundai model has the most electrical complaints?

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 leads with 236 complaints in this category. Next: 2013 Sonata (220) and 2023 Ioniq 5 (213).

What does it cost to fix Hyundai electrical problems?

Independent shops average $850 for electrical repairs across the Hyundai lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.

Are there Hyundai electrical recalls?

Yes — 12 active recall campaigns cover electrical on Hyundai vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin and not affiliated with Hyundai. Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record. Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.