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2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalls and problems

The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Urgent: recall 21V-127 carries a "park outside" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
Recalls
1
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalls

Recall 21V-127: Electrical System

Park outsideReported Mar 1, 2021 · 4,696 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

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.

Risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.

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.

2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes3
Unknown or Other1
Electrical System1
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Forward Collision Avoidance1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jan 8, 2025
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 ABS system did not engage, half of the car hopped over the curb at about 20 mph. I was able to steer the car back onto the road where it finally came to a stop but acted like it wanted to keep going until full blackout power loss happened. The car was deemed a total loss by my…
Service Brakes · reported Sep 14, 2021
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 felt no response from the car. I lifted my foot and pressed again two or three times with no response, neither deceleration nor any change in the regenerative braking meter on the dashboard. I had to press the brake all the way to the floor before the mechanical brakes were…
Service Brakes · reported Sep 10, 2021
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.
Electrical System · reported Jun 21, 2021
The traction battery on my Ioniq 2020 went bad after 3 months. The diagnostic panel warned me of an electric issue and the range dropped drastically. The dealer changed the battery no questions asked. My vin wasn't part of the recall. I wonder if the recall should have included a broader range of vehicles.
Unknown or Other · at 6,800 miles · reported Aug 1, 2020
8-1-2020 hyundai motor america letter received that original window sticker had incorrect information and is not equipped with blind spot and rear cross traffic collision avoidance assist systems; however these vehcles are equipped with blind spot and rear cross traffic collision warning systems. How many other buyers were misled by the window sticker and sold a car with more extensive safety equipment than what they actually received? Should hyundai recall the vehicle to install the devices as advertised and sold or reimburse the buyers for the difference and the lesser value car sold? My car…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric: 21V-127 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (3 reports), followed by unknown or other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,800 miles.

Are Hyundai recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.