Is the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 reliable?

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has 426 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (204 complaints, avg repair $500); FUEL SYSTEM (59 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (53 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Yes, there are 9 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS. Contact any Hyundai dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5?

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has an EPA rating of 106 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $725. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 is approximately $2,272/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has 426 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.7x the segment average of 608. The most common issue is electrical problems (48% of all complaints), specifically: these cars still have problems keeping the 12v charged. car was leased on jan 19. 12v first died on feb 15, took it to dealer where they trickle charged it. 12v died again on feb 18, dealer replaced the 12v. the 12v died again on mar 11 and is still at dealer service center. case with hyundai corpor. There are 9 recalls issued for this model year.

2 crash reports 1 injury

426

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

204 complaints

48%

• These cars still have problems keeping the 12v charged. Car was leased on Jan 19. 12v first died on Feb 15, took it to dealer where they trickle charged it. 12v died again on Feb 18, dealer replaced the 12v. The 12v died again on Mar 11 and is still at dealer service center. Case with Hyundai corpor
• The vehicle was charging to 100% and once it reached 81%, jumped to 100% and stopped charging. Two days later, the vehicle populated an error “Battery Management System”. The vehicle was checked in to a dealer and it was confirmed that there was a faulty cell, and the high voltage battery must be re
• Additional information for previous complaint submitted with identical VIN. DTC P1AA700

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“These cars still have problems keeping the 12v charged. Car was leased on Jan 19. 12v first died on Feb 15, took it to dealer where they trickle charged it. 12v died again on Feb 18, dealer replaced the 12v. The 12v died again on Mar 11 and is still at dealer service center. Case with Hyundai corpor”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (9)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING06/02/2025

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 EV vehicles. The rear floor wiring harness may contain an open circuit, which can result in the rear side air bag not deploying as intended.

Risk: A rear side air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear floor wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 274.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$718

Per month

$60

Per mile

6.0¢

kWh/mi

0.32

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,272

Full coverage / month

$189

Liability only / year

$679

vs US avg

+36%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2272

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Hyundai IONIQ 5 Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

90K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner

EV Incentives for 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

Historic eligibility: 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles purchased on or before September 30, 2025 may still qualify for the federal credit on the 2025 tax return. Check with a tax professional for your specific vehicle's eligibility.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 426 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: These cars still have problems keeping the 12v charged. Car was leased on Jan 19. 12v first died on Feb 15, took it to dealer where they trickle charged it. 12v died again on Feb 18, dealer replaced the 12v. The 12v died again on Mar 11 and is still at dealer service center. Case with Hyundai corpor
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: The high-voltage traction battery on my 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited RWD failed unexpectedly around [XXX], when the vehicle had approximately 1,250 miles on it and was just over 3 months old. The car had been parked in my driveway with about 80% charge while I was away for several days. When I attem
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: Vehicle will hesitate/shudder and pulsate at highway speeds. Between 57mph and 78mph seems to be where I can feel it the most. This happens on all drive modes and with or without brake regeneration turned on or off. Nothing seems to make it worse or better. Here is an example. If you are driving 65m
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: The Forward Attention Warning system in the refreshed 2025 Ioniq 5 gives constant false positives for both my wife and myself when we are driving the car. With Hyundai's HDA and lane keep active, the system keeps chiming, claiming that the driver is not looking at the road when we are. In fact, th
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 9 recalls have been completed — free at any Hyundai dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)