Does the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric, the most recent reported on December 7, 2021 (Electrical system: propulsion system, charging, module, onboard (obcm), Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by power train (2).

How many 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalls and problems

2 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, charging, module, onboard (obcm) · Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 21V944000 · reported December 7, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · 2,679 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.
The risk: Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 215.

Hybrid propulsion system

NHTSA campaign 17V532000 · reported August 28, 2017 · Hyundai Motor America · 218 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles. Manufacturing defects within the Electronic Power Control Unit (EPCU) may allow coolant to contact the unit's circuit board.
The risk: If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected were mailed October 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 166.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system7
Power train2
Steering2
Vehicle speed control2
Service brakes1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 25, 2023 · Steering
The steering is "sticky" causing the vehicle to zig-zag, rather than track straight, especially at highway speeds. If you take your eyes off the road for a second, the vehicle will veer into other lanes. It requires constant vigilance beyond what is required for normal driving to remian in your lane. This is a…

May 19, 2023 · Electrical system
Just before 3 PM on Sunday, 14MAY, my Hyundai Ioniq had been charging for a few hours as usual and I heard a circuit breaker "pop". I went outside to check on my car, and my car had started smoking. I immediately unplugged the charger and after the smoke cleared, found that both the charger I purchased months ago and…

May 24, 2022 · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V944000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Several unknown dealers were made aware of the issue confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer…

Aug 31, 2020 · Electrical system · 80,162 miles
IF YOU ARE SLOWING DOWN WHILE REGENERATING, THEN NEED TO SPEED UP YOU CAN'T. THE ACTIVE FLAP SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON AND MAKES THE CAR GO INTO A LIMP MODE. IT CORRECTS ITSELF ABOUT A SECOND OR MORE. HAVING TO SPEED UP FOR THE LIGHT THAT WAS RED AND NOW GREEN CREATED A DANGEROUS SITUATION. I COULDN'T GO.

Aug 31, 2020 · Electrical system · 59,840 miles
12V BATTERY HAS FAILED EVERY YEAR SINCE OWNERSHIP. THE LAST BATTERY WAS BUBBLING AND HAD A HORRIBLE ODOR.

Ioniq Electric model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2017	2	9	1
2018	1	0	0
2019	1	6	1
2020	1	7	1

All Hyundai Ioniq Electric years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric, the most recent reported on December 7, 2021 (Electrical system: propulsion system, charging, module, onboard (obcm), Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by power train (2).
How many 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 25, 2023.