Most common 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 problems
Share of the 37 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 complaints by model year
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 recalls (3)
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2026 Genesis G90, 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The driver and passenger seat belt anchors may detach.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 2026.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Charging › Port
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 IONIQ 6 electric vehicles. The charging port door panel may detach.
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.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Charging › Module › Software
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.
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.
What 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 owners say
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The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact stated that as his wife was pulling into the residence driveway at approximately 3 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle crashed into the side of the house. The contact stated that there was damage to the house and damage to the front bumper of the vehicle. The contact stated that his wife was unhurt but was shaken up by the crash. The contact stated that as a precaution, he drove her to the emergency room for examination and was cleared by the hospital. The contact stated that he called the police, who wrote a report. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 6,112.
The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact stated that while reversing out of the garage, the vehicle suddenly stalled, with the message "12-Volt System Deactivated" displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the computer control module had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the computer control module failure was caused by using a faulty phone charger inside the vehicle. The computer control module was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 300.
Transmission & drivetrain
-ICCU failure, identified by dealer service department as the cause of catastrophic failure. -The car suffered a catastrophic failure on a 2-lane country road in Princeton NJ on [redacted] at approximately [redacted] at night in 20 degree temperatures. Every function except blinkers (temporarily functional) ceased to work. I waited in the car, without heat, for an hour before service arrived. The car could not be moved and was left in the road until 3:00 am, when the towing company I paid towed the car to my driveway a mile from the failure site. -My safety was at severe risk while I waited in the car. -Dealer replaced ICCU assembly with the same part, with the possibility of repeated failure. -Warning messages appeared somewhat over a mile before catastrophic failure. The car slowed to 11 mph. …
"While traveling in fast-moving traffic, my 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 suffered a catastrophic electrical system failure and an immediate loss of motive power. The vehicle instantly entered a 'limp mode' and dropped to a maximum speed of 11 mph, creating a life-threatening hazard for myself and surrounding drivers. There were no warning lamps or symptoms prior to this sudden failure. The vehicle was towed to a certified Hyundai dealer (Ricart Hyundai), where a diagnostic scan confirmed a failure of the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) with error code DTC P1A9096. This failure is directly related to the known issues in Recall 257. The dealer has confirmed that the replacement ICCU is currently on indefinite backorder with no estimated time of arrival (ETA). The vehicle and failed component are currently at the dealership and available for inspection upon request."
Fuel & propulsion system
"While traveling in fast-moving traffic, my 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 suffered a catastrophic electrical system failure and an immediate loss of motive power. The vehicle instantly entered a 'limp mode' and dropped to a maximum speed of 11 mph, creating a life-threatening hazard for myself and surrounding drivers. There were no warning lamps or symptoms prior to this sudden failure. The vehicle was towed to a certified Hyundai dealer (Ricart Hyundai), where a diagnostic scan confirmed a failure of the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) with error code DTC P1A9096. This failure is directly related to the known issues in Recall 257. The dealer has confirmed that the replacement ICCU is currently on indefinite backorder with no estimated time of arrival (ETA). The vehicle and failed component are currently at the dealership and available for inspection upon request."
While driving "check electrical system" warning appeared and vehicle went to limp mode limited to 20mph while on a 40mph roadway. Drove an additional few miles to try and reach home and vehicles completely died, no power. Towed to dealer. DTC P1A9096 indicates ICCU failure
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | RWD | 151 / 120 / 135 MPGe | 240 mi |
| Electric | Single-speed | AWD | 130 / 111 / 121 MPGe | 316 mi |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 a good car?
Based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 Ioniq 6 rates avoid: 2.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Ioniq 6 at the same age. It is one of the Ioniq 6 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6?
The electrical system — 22 complaints, 59% of all complaints for this model year, most often about propulsion system. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (5) and fuel & propulsion system (4).
How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, the most recent from April 6, 2026 (anchorage). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Hyundai Ioniq 6?
Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025. See the full Hyundai Ioniq 6 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 6,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.