Does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric, the most recent reported on March 1, 2021 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).

How many 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 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.

2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 21V127000 · reported March 1, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America · 4,696 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
The risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.

Most reported problems

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

Service brakes3
Electrical system1
Engine1
Forward collision avoidance1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Unknown or other1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

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

Jan 8, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system · crash reported
When approaching a turn, I let off the accelerator but the car didn’t stop accelerating. Instead, it gently kept accelerating. I applied the brakes and the car started slowing down but not at the same rate I was applying brake pressure. Therefore I floored the brakes to try coming to a complete stop. Sadly, the cars…

Jun 3, 2023 · Engine
Refill Coolant warning light intermittently signals EV battery coolant problem. Hyundai dealer in Fort Wayne, IN, topped off coolant. Andrew service representative was informed of two YouTube videos explaining recall due to defective coolant ASC1 that crystalizes and/or becomes sludgy. Video reported dealer changed…

May 25, 2023 · Service brakes
the Hyundai ioniq 5 doesn't turn on its brake lights when you're using single-pedal driving, as shown in this youtube video: https://youtu.be/U0YW7x9U5TQ?t=97 these should be recalled because you can bring the vehicle to a complete stop without the brakes turning on

Sep 14, 2021 · Service brakes
The regenerative brake system failed to operate as it normally does, and no indicator lights came on on the dashboard. This unexpected loss of braking force nearly caused me to hit the car in front of me. I had recently disengaged cruise control and was approaching a red light. I pressed my foot on the brake pedal and…

Sep 10, 2021 · Service brakes
This issue is easily repeatable, when braking if you hit a bump (pot hole, etc.) the braking power is greatly reduced & the brake pedal becomes almost impossible to push down to stop the car, making it very hard to stop even when not coming to an abrupt stop.

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
2021	0	2	0

All Hyundai Ioniq Electric years →

Questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric, the most recent reported on March 1, 2021 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 7 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 January 8, 2025.