2019 Hyundai Ioniq
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 12 of 32 complaints (38%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 17 in 2018 to 32 in 2019.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2019 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,100–1,150 | 1,100–1,200 | 1,100–1,200 | 1,100–1,200 | 1,050–1,200 | |
| Combined MPG | 55–58 | 52–58 | 52–58 | 52–58 | 52–59 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 55–57 / 54–59 | 53–57 / 52–59 | 53–57 / 52–59 | 53–57 / 52–59 | 52–58 / 51–60 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 154–163 | 154–163 | 154–163 | 154–163 | 151–162 | |
| Complaints filed | 50 | 17 | 32 | 29 | 20 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq?
Electrical: 12 of 32 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq get?
EPA rates it 52–58 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Hyundai Ioniq?
EPA estimates $1,100–$1,200 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars | 150 MPGe | 122 MPGe | 136 MPGe | $550 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 55 mpg | 54 mpg | 55 mpg | $1,150 | 163 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 57 mpg (high) | 59 mpg (high) | 58 mpg (high) | $1,100 (low) | 154 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity | Midsize Cars | 53 mpg (low) | 52 mpg (low) | 52 mpg (low) | $1,200 (high) | 74 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 12 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 12 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:ONBOARD (OBCM) · Campaign 21V944000 · Dec 8, 2021
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS · Campaign 19V720000 · Oct 10, 2019
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.