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Should you buy a used Hyundai Ioniq 5?

Whether a used Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a good buy depends on the individual vehicle, not the model. Three checks matter before you pay: the NHTSA recall lookup by VIN for open recalls, the seller’s service and accident records, and an independent pre-purchase inspection of that specific vehicle. This page lists the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and what an inspector checks.

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, model years 2016–2024, most often listing electrical system and parking brake. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so any individual vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. The most recent campaign on file is 26V432000 (July 2026, electrical system).

Which systems do Hyundai Ioniq 5 recalls affect?

Recall campaigns by affected system, 2016–2024.

What are the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Hyundai Ioniq 5?

Newest first, from NHTSA campaign records. Check a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

26V432000NHTSA report received July 2026Model years: 2023–2024

NHTSA campaign 26V432000: Hyundai Ioniq 5 electrical system recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ioniq 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving.

Consequence: A fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete.

24V868000NHTSA report received November 2024Model years: 2022–2024

NHTSA campaign 24V868000: Hyundai Ioniq 5 electrical system recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2025 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis G80 "Electrified" vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary.

24V204000NHTSA report received March 2024Model years: 2022–2024

NHTSA campaign 24V204000: Hyundai Ioniq 5 electrical system recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2024 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis G80 "Electrified" vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Status per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V-868.

24V065000NHTSA report received February 2024Model years: 2023

NHTSA campaign 24V065000: Hyundai Ioniq 5 power train recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Genesis GV60 vehicles. The rear inner driveshaft may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will replace the rear inner driveshaft, free of charge.

22V324000NHTSA report received May 2022Model years: 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V324000: Hyundai Ioniq 5 parking brake recall

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Ioniq 5 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.

Consequence: Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Drivers are recommended to use the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) when parking their vehicles until the remedy has been performed.

What does a pre-purchase inspection cover on a used Hyundai Ioniq 5?

EVs get the core inspection plus a high-voltage battery health check, a charging test and EV fault codes, on their own checklist rather than the combustion one. The page linked below lists every item.

EV inspection $349 flat. EV inspection: what it adds for an electric vehicle

Similar used electric SUVs and trucks

Other electric SUVs and trucks to weigh against the Hyundai Ioniq 5. Recall counts cover different model-year spans and are not a reliability ranking.

What does a pre-purchase inspection not do?

How inspections work · Sample reports · Customer reviews, verbatim from Google

Common questions about buying a used Hyundai Ioniq 5

How many recalls does the Hyundai Ioniq 5 have?

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Hyundai Ioniq 5, model years 2016–2024. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so a particular vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. Whether an open recall is a safety risk depends on the campaign, so read the NHTSA entry for the VIN. Each campaign below shows the remedy NHTSA records, which may be a dealer or service-center repair, an over-the-air software update, or, for some campaigns, a repurchase. This page details the most recent campaigns; the full record for any VIN is at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What should an inspector check on a used Hyundai Ioniq 5?

Beyond the standard pre-purchase checks, the recall history for this model concentrates in: electrical system, parking brake, power train. An inspector documents the visible and operational condition of those systems without disassembly; internal parts, software-only issues and whether a recall remedy was performed are VIN-lookup questions, not inspection findings.

Can a pre-purchase inspection tell me whether a Hyundai Ioniq 5 recall was done?

No. Whether a recall repair was performed is recorded against the VIN, so NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (or the manufacturer's own) is the authoritative check. Run it before you travel. The inspection covers what a VIN lookup cannot: the physical condition of the vehicle in front of you.

Can you inspect a Hyundai Ioniq 5 at a dealer, a private seller, or out of state?

Yes. The inspector usually travels to the vehicle at the seller's location — a dealer lot or a private seller — and you do not need to be there. Vehicle Inspectors dispatches an independent inspector within 50 miles of any US ZIP code, widening to 150 miles if needed; more remote locations are quoted case by case. You get a photo-documented PDF report in 24–48 hours.

How much does a Hyundai Ioniq 5 pre-purchase inspection cost?

A pre-purchase inspection of a Hyundai Ioniq 5 through Vehicle Inspectors: EV inspection $349 flat. Your card is saved at booking, not charged. A hold is placed when an inspector schedules, and you are charged after the inspection is completed. If no inspector accepts within 72 hours, the request auto-cancels and nothing is charged.

Where can I book a Hyundai Ioniq 5 pre-purchase inspection?

Vehicle Inspectors matches buyers with independent inspectors nationwide. Local pages for cities with active inspectors:

Recall data from NHTSA recall records (NHTSA public recalls API), retrieved 2026-08-27. Vehicle Inspectors is not affiliated with Hyundai. A recall is not a defect finding on any individual vehicle.

Inspect that Hyundai Ioniq 5 before you pay

A vetted independent inspector usually goes to the seller’s location and documents the actual condition. EV inspection $349 flat.

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