2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid recalls and problems

1 recall and 16 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid.

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recalls
16
owner complaints
5
complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid recalls

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 19V720000 · reported October 9, 2019 · Hyundai Motor America · 48 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
The risk
A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Jun 17, 2026 · Electrical system

Engine Code: P090A01 The Hyundai IONIQ Blue lost reverse and while driving I experienced loss of power only to regain then lose then regain (a bucking motion). The drive significantly declined. Fortunately, I was able to get back home without injury. Vehicle towed to dealership where it currently sits.

Jan 30, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance

The system lost its ability to audibly warn me of various conditions that were a risk to everybody in the car. Examples of alerts we could not here were: blind spot collision warning, cross traffic while backing up, driver attention alert when hands are not on the steering wheel, and audible blinker sounds. After the…

Oct 13, 2025 · Service brakes

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Braking and acceleration control, yes How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The car continued to move/accelerate after depressing the brake pedal, and upon applying additional force continued to move…

Oct 12, 2025 · Service brakes · crash reported

While attempting to park and depressing the brake the car made a sudden acceleration without input and hard braking did not slow the car. The car then impacted the curb. On another occasion while stopped at a red light the car began to move forward while the break was depressed. Pressing the break with additional…

Aug 9, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported

1. Component/System Failure: The airbag system failed to deploy during a collision. Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. 2. Safety Risk: On August 5th, while driving on the highway, my vehicle was involved in head collision. Despite the severity of the impact, the airbags did not deploy. This…

Ioniq Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2017 34243
2018 21320
2019 11651
2020 01731
2021 01300
2022 02420

Across all years, the 2017 Ioniq Hybrid has the most complaints (42). All Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, the most recent reported on October 9, 2019 (Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).
How many 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
5 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 17, 2026.