This page covers 6 recalls, 395 owner complaints and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints dominate the 2022 Ioniq 5 owner reports, with the propulsion system and powertrain following behind. The most frequently described issue is failure of the integrated charging control unit, commonly reported as triggering a "Check electric vehicle system" or "Stop vehicle, check power supply" warning, after which the vehicle loses drive capability and requires towing. Closely tied to this is a pattern around the 12-volt battery: owners report low-voltage warnings appearing on startup or mid-drive, the vehicle refusing to enter drive, and charging failures that sometimes resolve after the car sits plugged in for several hours. Some owners describe the car starting but then displaying low-voltage alerts that prevent normal operation. On the propulsion side, complaints echo the same charging and power-delivery failures rather than a separate mechanical pattern.
395
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has 6 recalls, the most serious being a charging control unit that can fail over time, cut off charging to the 12-volt battery, and cause a complete loss of drive power while the vehicle is moving.
The charging control unit issue will trigger a warning light and dashboard messages before power cuts out, giving the driver some notice, but if the vehicle continues to be driven after those warnings appear, it can lose all power to the wheels. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve this issue, and additional remedies have been issued to address it.
Two separate recalls involve the vehicle rolling away when parked. In one, a software error in the shifter control unit can disengage the electronic parking mechanism without the driver's input, allowing the vehicle to roll freely. In the other, the mechanical parking pawl, the component inside the drivetrain that physically locks the wheels when the selector is in park, can briefly release just after the vehicle is shut off. If the driver has not also applied the parking brake, the car can move suddenly on its own.
At a glance
What can fail
The integrated charging control unit can degrade over time, stopping the 12V battery from charging. This may force the vehicle into reduced power mode, potentially causing loss of power to the wheels.
What the fix does
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Dealer will update vehicle software, inspect the integrated charging control unit and fuse, and replace either or both if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The charging control unit may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can cause loss of drive power.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the charging control unit and fuse if needed, and update the charging control unit software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The integrated charging control unit can deteriorate, preventing the 12V battery from charging. This may cause reduced power mode and, if driving continues, loss of power to the wheels. Warning lights and messages appear first.
What the fix does
Dealers will update vehicle software and inspect the charging control unit and its fuse, replacing them if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Integrated Charging Control Unit may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, causing loss of drive power.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the Integrated Charging Control Unit and fuse as needed, and update the unit's software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the Shifter Control Unit may unintentionally disengage the parking mechanism, allowing the vehicle to roll away.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software at no cost to correct the error.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The parking pawl may briefly disengage after the vehicle is parked and turned off, allowing the vehicle to move if the parking brake isn't used.
What the fix does
Hyundai will mail you instructions to visit a dealership for a shifter control unit software update. Always use the parking brake when parked.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
