2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Safety Report
Hyundai IONIQ 6 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (48) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2025 | Compare against the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 with 24 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2024 | Check the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 before buying across this generation. |
Hyundai Ioniq 6 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Hyundai Ioniq 6 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 31 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 24 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
21 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Hyundai onlyUnknown Or Other
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Hyundai onlyElectrical System,Engine
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Engine issues Hyundai onlyForward Collision Avoidance
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Hyundai onlyPower Train,Electrical System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System issues Hyundai onlyElectrical System,Service Brakes
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Service Brakes issues Hyundai onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Reliability Score
The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charging System The charging system has been identified as a high-severity issue, with multiple recalls related to charging port failures and 12V/24V/48V battery problems. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Iccu Malfunction The ICCU (Instrument Cluster Control Unit) has malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to enter limp mode and disabling it while driving, leading to safety concerns. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Horn Fuse Failure Horn fuse failures have been reported, leaving the vehicle unsafe to operate and potentially endangering the driver. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Propulsion System There have been issues with the propulsion system, including driveline and driveshaft problems, though these are less frequent. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6:
48% of reported issues are related to the charging system, including charging port failures and 12V/24V/48V battery problems.
30% of reported issues are related to the ICCU, causing the vehicle to enter limp mode and disabling it while driving.
12% of reported issues are related to horn fuse failures, leaving the vehicle unsafe to operate.
10% of reported issues are related to the propulsion system, including driveline and driveshaft problems.
Recall Details for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 by NHTSA:
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 IONIQ 6 electric vehicles. The charging port door panel may detach.
Consequence: A detached charging port door panel can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will apply an adhesive on the charging port door assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 10, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 282. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 13, 2025.
Summary: 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: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or Genesis customer service at 1-844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 272 (Hyundai) and 025G...
Summary: 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.
Remedy: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V-868. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai c...
Summary: 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: Dealers will replace the rear inner driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 253(H), 017G(G).
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
I leased a 2023 Ioniq 6 electric car on September 2023. Since leasing the vehicle, the vehicle has been towed four times for the same problem, the parking brake malfunctions rendering the vehicle unusable. I have multiple photos and videos documenting this. This has happened either after parking the vehicle and attempting to turn it off, or after turning on the car after being parked. The first t...
The check electric vehicle system error message showed up on my dashboard, meaning the iccu has failed
A failure of the ICCU resulted in a maximum speed of about 25 mph and eventually a total loss of power.
January 28, 2026 The vehicle has stopped in the middle Of the street with sign «loss of power, check your battery» or something like that and after few attempts to turn it off and on it went to Accessory mode. After 15-20 minutes it completely died. So unsafe with kids in the car during extreme cold temperatures. Free Hyundai road assistance- quoted me 3 hours or so, i had to pay for towing elsew...
Horn fuse has blown 4 times in 5000 miles leaving the vehicle unsafe to operate. Problem is reproduced and confirmed. First started in November 2025 and 4th fuse was placed January 2026.
Iccu 12 v battery failed
ICCU failure, vehicle disabled while driving leaving me stranded.
The vehicle popped up a screen that said check power source. Then within 30 seconds went into limp mode said power was limited and couldn't drive faster the. 25mph in the middle of a highway. By the time I pulled over to the side of the road my car was dead. Ive been trying to get Hyundai and the dealership to dignose the issue. Based on the error codes I was given it appears to be a dead iccu and...
I was driving, there was a loud pop, then warnings popped up on the dash and I lost power. I was able to limp the car back to my house, because I had just left. I assume it is the ICCU. I’m reporting this because it is a known issue that Hyundai has not seemingly been able to repair. With the pedal to the floor, I got up to 25 mph. Luckily, I was near home and not on a highway.
The iccu failed. The car went into check power mode the. Into slow mode then died on the highway. Hard to ah e it jumped to take it to the dealership only to find out the 12v and iccu died
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact had received a notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) software update was completed. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH on the highway, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the road. I...
The horn from my car has stopped working entirely. By having this system fail it endangers me from other clueless drivers on the road.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a software update was performed. The contact stated that the vehicle was charged at the residence, and the contact received notification through the Mobile App that the big battery charge was 80 percent. The contact state...
The ICCU on my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 failed on December 5, 2025 after 19,616 miles. Luckily, the car was parked in my driveway when this occurred. If the car was in motion when the ICCU failure occurred it would have been very dangerous. The car cannot be driven. The car's system shows Hyundai Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1A906. The problem has been confirmed by a dealer. A new ICCU has been ord...
Subject: Safety Complaint – Sharp Upper Door Edge Causing Facial Injury (Hyundai IONIQ 6, 2023) Message: To whom it may concern, I would like to submit a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 (VIN: [XXX] ). On October 14, 2024, my wife suffered a facial injury caused by an extremely sharp upper edge of the front door. This occurred in our driveway at [XXX] . The injury happened when t...
Honk not working fuses are fine second time taking it to dealer to repairs honk at 33k miles
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20-30 MPH and attempting to use the horn, the contact discovered that the horn was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was determined that the horn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer fail...
ICCU Failure, unable to charge the 12v battery despite having all recalls associated with this already done. The error code is DTC P1A9096. The car is unable to drive with this error because it is at risk of shutting down while driving.
Integrated charging control unit ICCU failed and was replaced by dealer. Warning light directed me to immediately pull over and have the car towed to the nearest dealer. Dealer confirmed ICCU failure with Diagnostic trouble code DTC P1A9096. Unknown whether the failed ICCU has been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others. Warning lamps and messages appeared immed...
The car horn malfunctioned. I was not able to warn other drivers I was approaching and they were about to hit me. The component was inspected and replaced over a year ago in May 2024 under the vehicle warranty. No warning lights appeared when it happened.
Showing 20 of 48 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Equipment:Electrical
Opened 2024-10-03 · Closed 2025-06-05
On October 3, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened PE24028 to investigate alleged failures of Enel X Way's JuiceBox Level 2 residential EV chargers. The allegations were described as thermal incidents and electrical malfunctions, which could trip the circuit breakers in Juicebox owners’ homes and disrupt electric vehicle charge cycles. On October 2, 2024, Enel X Way posted on its website that Enel X Way North America would cease operations in the United States and Canada on Oc...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Has the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 have?
The 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 has 48 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 1 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
The 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 involve electrical system (21 complaints), unknown or other (6 complaints), electrical system,engine (3 complaints). Other affected components include forward collision avoidance, power train,electrical system, electrical system,service brakes.
How many crash reports does the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
1 injury has been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 is acceptable with caveats. It has 48 complaints, 4 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (21 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE (3 complaints), 4. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (3 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 21 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
Be cautious of the high frequency of electrical system and ICCU issues, which can lead to loss of power and safety concerns. Consider the recall notices and have the vehicle checked by a professional. The 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 has 48 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
The 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 48 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Charging System and ICCU Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6?
Known issues with the 2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 6 include: Charging System, ICCU Malfunction, Horn Fuse Failure, Propulsion System. These are based on patterns found across 48 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the Hyundai IONIQ 6?
The most common issues are with the charging system and ICCU, leading to loss of power and safety concerns.
Are there any recalls for the Hyundai IONIQ 6?
Yes, there have been recalls related to the charging system and 12V/24V/48V battery issues.
What should I do if I experience issues with my Hyundai IONIQ 6?
Contact Hyundai for assistance and have the vehicle checked by a professional to address any safety concerns.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of the high frequency of electrical system and ICCU issues, which can lead to loss of power and safety concerns. Consider the recall notices and have the vehicle checked by a professional.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The data includes 48 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16