Recall 26V-068: 2025–2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9

Hyundai Motor America recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Feb 5, 2026, covering about 27 vehicles.

NHTSA number
26V-068
Report date
Feb 5, 2026
Vehicles affected
27
Owners notified
Apr 3, 2026

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.

The risk

An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 294. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.

Recall details

ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentElectrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number26V068000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Ioniq 52025, 2026All years
Hyundai Ioniq 92026All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 26V-068?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.

How is recall 26V-068 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 294. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.