The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles. The right-side headlight may have an incorrect headlight aim label, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will mail owners a corrected label with inspection and installation instructions. Owners may bring their vehicle to a dealer for the repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 279.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-373 (25V373000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 279 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | June 3, 2025 |
| Owners notified | July 15, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 10,409 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-373 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Hyundai will mail owners a corrected label with inspection and installation instructions. Owners may bring their vehicle to a dealer for the repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 10,409 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.