The Hyundai Ioniq 6 spans 2023–2026 with 13 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2023, 2024, 2025 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2026, 2025, 2024. It delivers up to 140 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2023 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Hyundai Ioniq 6 VIN — every digit explained
Every Hyundai Ioniq 6 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Hyundai and the country it was built in (real Hyundai codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Ioniq 6.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- South KoreaKM8 · KMF · KMH · KMT · KMU · KPH
- USA5NM · 5NP · 5NT · U5Y
- SingaporePFD
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Ioniq 6, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 have?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 has 13 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2023–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 recalls 3
Seat Belts:front:anchorage
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix. 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 298 and 032G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 8, 2026.
Electrical System:propulsion System:charging:port
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 IONIQ 6 electric vehicles. The charging port door panel may detach.
Risk. A detached charging port door panel can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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.
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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 (Genesis). This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-204. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-204 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 recalls 5
Seat Belts:front:anchorage
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix. 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 298 and 032G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 8, 2026.
Electrical System:propulsion System:charging:port
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 IONIQ 6 electric vehicles. The charging port door panel may detach.
Risk. A detached charging port door panel can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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.
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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 (Genesis). This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-204. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-204 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Power Train:driveline:differential Unit
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 IONIQ 6 vehicles. The differential gear bolts in the gear drive unit may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of drive power or cause the differential to lock up.
Risk. A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the gear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 259.
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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 customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 257/021G.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 recalls 5
Seat Belts:front:anchorage
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix. 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. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 298 and 032G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 8, 2026.
Electrical System:propulsion System:charging:port
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 IONIQ 6 electric vehicles. The charging port door panel may detach.
Risk. A detached charging port door panel can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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.
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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 (Genesis). This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-204. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-204 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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 customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 257/021G.
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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).
Best and worst years for the Hyundai Ioniq 6
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 4 tracked years, the worst years are 2023, 2024, 2025 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2026, 2025, 2024.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ioniq 6 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2024 Ioniq 6 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2025 Ioniq 6 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2026 Ioniq 6 | — | Best |
What are the most common Hyundai Ioniq 6 problems?
The most-reported Hyundai Ioniq 6 problems are Seats (1 reports), Tires (1 reports) and Engine (8 reports) — out of 126 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 specifications & dimensions
The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 measures 191″ long on a 116″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 3,935 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Hyundai Ioniq 6 window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 191″ | 74″ | 59″ | 116″ | 3,935 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Ioniq 6 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 105 cu ft of passenger volume and 14 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 get?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 returns up to 140 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $550/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 gets 135 MPGe and costs about $550/yr to fuel — that's about $8,250 saved over 5 years versus the average new vehicle.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ioniq 6 | 151 | 120 | $550 | — | 10/10 | Electric | |
| 2024 Ioniq 6 | 153 | 127 | $550 | — | 10/10 | Electric | |
| 2023 Ioniq 6 | 153 | 127 | $550 | — | 10/10 | Electric |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the Ioniq 6 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient electric cars, or calculate this Ioniq 6's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 have? Power & range
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is offered with 1 powertrain — Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | RWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Hyundai Ioniq 6 cost to own?
A used Hyundai Ioniq 6 sells for a median of about $25,888 for a 2024 — most listed between $24,500 and $26,400, from 11 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ioniq 6 | $24,500–$26,400 | 5 | |
| 2023 Ioniq 6 | $14,900–$27,499 | 6 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a Ioniq 6 is worth today, or browse used-market prices for electric cars.
A Hyundai Ioniq 6 depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | $24,000 | −$6,000 |
| Year 2 | 70% | $21,000 | −$9,000 |
| Year 3 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 4 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 5 | 46% | $13,800 | −$16,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Ioniq 6 loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $2,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Ioniq 6 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Hyundai Ioniq 6 to insure?
A Hyundai Ioniq 6 costs about $1,462 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 2% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (102, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the Ioniq 6's HLDI loss index. See Hyundai insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 safe?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ioniq 6 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2024 Ioniq 6 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2023 Ioniq 6 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
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How many miles does a Hyundai Ioniq 6 last?
A well-maintained Hyundai Ioniq 6 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Hyundai Ioniq 6’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Ioniq 6’s VIN free →All Hyundai Ioniq 6 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ioniq 6 | 0 | — | |
| 2025 Ioniq 6 | 3 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2024 Ioniq 6 | 5 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2023 Ioniq 6 | 5 recalls | ★★★★★ |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Ioniq 6?
By owner-complaint volume, 2023, 2024, 2025 drew the most reports. 2026, 2025, 2024 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Ioniq 6 have?
13 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2023–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Hyundai recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the Ioniq 6 get?
Up to 140 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the Ioniq 6 safe?
The Ioniq 6 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a Ioniq 6 last?
A well-maintained Ioniq 6 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Ioniq 6 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Ioniq 6 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Hyundai Ioniq 6 warranty?
New Hyundai models carry a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 10 years / 100,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Hyundai dealer.
Where is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Ioniq 6's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Hyundai may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Ioniq 6 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.