2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Safety Report

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 presents a mixed safety picture. While it boasts excellent crash test performance with a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars for side and rollover, and 4 stars for frontal impact, there are significant concerns regarding its electrical system reliability. A total of 24 complaints have been filed, with a striking 9 complaints specifically citing the 'ELECTRICAL SYSTEM' as the primary issue. Many of these complaints detail Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failures, leading to sudden loss of drive power, vehicles becoming inoperable, and stranding drivers. This is directly addressed by a recall (NHTSA ID: 24V-XXX, though not provided in detail) concerning the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) which can cause a loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Another recall addresses a potentially detaching charging port door panel, which could create a road hazard. The prevalence of ICCU-related complaints, even after a software update for a related recall, indicates a persistent and critical safety defect. Several complaints describe scenarios where the vehicle entered 'limp mode' or completely lost power on busy roads, posing immediate crash risks. For example, one complaint details a complete ICCU failure stranding a driver and minor son in a winter storm, while another describes losing power on a steep hill with traffic behind. These real-world incidents underscore the severity of the electrical system issues, despite the strong crash test ratings. The vehicle's overall safety is significantly undermined by these propulsion system failures. In summary, the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers robust passive safety in a crash, as evidenced by its high NHTSA ratings. However, its active operational safety is severely compromised by widespread and critical electrical system failures, particularly concerning the ICCU. The high number of complaints related to loss of power and the existence of two recalls, one directly addressing loss of drive power, suggest that potential buyers should exercise caution and thoroughly investigate the status of these recalls and any subsequent fixes.

Our recommendation: Despite strong crash test ratings, potential buyers should be aware of the prevalent and critical electrical system issues, particularly ICCU failures leading to loss of drive power. Verify that all recalls, especially those related to the electrical system, have been completed and confirmed effective before purchase.