2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long range AWD
18" wheels
Electric Sedan · AWD
Based on battery health, build quality, owner data, EPA range, and market pricing
Above average for 2023 EV Sedans (class avg 69 · top 10%)
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The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long range AWD (18-inch wheels) is rated at 320 hp, 316 miles of EPA range and a 74 kWh battery, and a mid-pack composite means the records-and-test-drive call matters more than the headline.
Score read
A 76/100 makes this worth pursuing if the price is sane. Do not let the composite hide this split: software and driver-assist score is 88/100, while owner feedback score is 71/100. Reddit threads cluster around owner satisfaction and build quality — verify both against the service records. Documented completion matters more than the recall count itself.
Is it a good deal?
Used examples are running around $20,439 against a $49,000 original sticker, about 42% of new. A reasonable spot for the score, but condition matters more than the headline number; verify recall completion, battery health, and service history.
Who this is for
✓ Good for
- ⏱ Daily commuter ≤50 mi/day, predictable charging
- ↦ Road tripper Long trips, needs DC fast network
✗ Avoid if you are a
No persona-level disqualifiers — fits broadly.
Gotchas
- Serviceable Recall paperwork has to match the exact VIN.
Mitigation Use NHTSA and the automaker lookup, then require repair records instead of a verbal promise.
- Verify Owner feedback is the part to read carefully (71/100).
Mitigation Read the complaint themes and ask whether this VIN has already had those issues repaired.
Pre-purchase inspection
- 1 Run the exact VIN through NHTSA and the automaker recall lookup before discussing price.
- 2 Compare the dashboard range estimate with the EPA 316-mile rating after a full charge.
- 3 Confirm how much of the 10-year/100,000-mile battery warranty remains and whether it transfers.
- 4 If road trips matter, run a short DC fast-charge session and watch whether speed tapers normally.
- 5 Read the complaint themes, not just the count, and ask the seller whether those issues have shown up on this VIN.
VIN status first This model has 5 NHTSA recall records. The exact VIN lookup decides whether the car in front of you is clear.
Complaint context This scan found 52 NHTSA complaint records (17.3 per 10K VINs, elevated — verify before purchase). Read the themes below before treating the raw count as the verdict.
Price anchor Current market range is $20,439-$20,500. Use that range to compare listings for the same trim, mileage, and condition.
Pricing & Market Value
A76-rated trim trading 58% below MSRP. Higher discounts on higher-quality vehicles score better — this signal is orthogonal to the TrimIndex composite, not part of it.
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Ioniq 6
- ✓ Different trade-offs at the same price
Model 3
- ✓ Better owner satisfaction
- ✓ Better build quality
Ioniq 6
- ✓ +45 mi more range
Ioniq 6
- ✓ +45 mi more range
The federal $4,000 used-EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025.
But 10 states still run their own used-EV rebate programs — some up to $5,000. Pick your state to see what's available for this trim.
Source & disclaimer
Dealers make ~$7,302 on the average car loan.
After the price is set, the finance manager runs four plays to rebuild margin. Every buyer without a pre-approval is a target. Here's exactly what they run — and what stops each one.
78% of dealer loans carry a hidden +1.13% markup above what the lender actually charges. You never see it — it's buried in the contract. · CFPB
Dealer must match or beat your lender — they can't add margin invisibly. The markup play is dead on arrival.
Once you answer, they stretch the term to hit your number. Median result: $4K less off the price, 12 more months on the loan. · Industry avg
Financing is done. Only the sale price is on the table — and the dealer knows it.
Back-office F&I profit averages $1,975/vehicle, up 8.5% YoY. These products exist — but dealer markup is 4–10x what you'd pay elsewhere. · Dealership Guy
Dealer GAP runs $500–1K. Your insurer sells the same coverage for $100–250 over 5 years. Now you know.
"Your loan fell through — come re-sign." This pulls your APR up +5% on average. It's legal. It works because you've already driven the car home. · Ctr for Responsible Lending
A lender commitment letter means the deal is final. "Pending dealer approval" doesn't apply. You can't be yo-yo'd.
That's 24 months of your car payment — handed to the dealer's finance department for nothing.
Takes 2 minutes. No obligation to use it — but you'll walk in with all the leverage.
Pre-approval is a soft credit inquiry — no score impact. FICO treats all auto-loan hard pulls within 14 days as one, so you can still shop rates at the dealer.
NHTSA Recalls (5)
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.
A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 IONIQ 6 electric vehicles. The charging port door panel may detach.
A detached charging port door panel can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govHyundai 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.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govHyundai 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.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govHyundai 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.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check VIN status at NHTSA.govNHTSA Complaints (52 total · 17.3 per 10K US vehicles · elevated — verify before purchase)
I leased a 2023 Ioniq 6 electric car on September 2023. Since leasing the vehicle, the vehicle has been towed four times for the same problem, the parking brake malfunctions rendering the vehicle unusable. I have multiple photos and videos documenting this. This has happened either after parking the vehicle and attempting to turn it off, or after turning on the car after being parked. The first three times this happened the vehicle remained in neutral and would not change into any other gear. The car would not turn off or lock. The last time it happened again the car stayed in neutral and would not change gears, but I was still able to turn it off and lock it. Below is a summary of all the times the car was towed and how many days it was in the dealer. 1.December 12, 2025 (towed to dealership #1) to December 19, 2025: 8 days, no action taken, unable to find the cause of the problem 2.December 20, 2025 (towed to dealership #1) to December 29, 2025: 10 days, no action taken, unable to find the cause of the problem. Note the car failed again the day after it was returned to me on December 19. 3.January 2, 2026 (towed to dealership #2) to January 13, 2026: 12 days. Changed the 12V battery and replaced the VCU, vehicle control unit as an educated guess based on conversations with the Hyundai engineering team as the initial diagnostic scan failed to pinpoint the problem. 4.March 12, 2026 (towed to dealership #2). As of tMarch 15, 2026 the car is in the dealership for repairs for the same problem. Since this problem is likely related to the electric car’s electronics, it has been both challenging to diagnose, and extremely unpredictable and dangerous when it happens without any previous actionable warnings. The fact that the parking brake malfunctions and cannot engage, and that in addition the car gets stuck in neutral, is an extremely serious safety concern that could result in an accident, injury or death.
I leased a 2023 Ioniq 6 electric car on September 2023. Since leasing the vehicle, the vehicle has been towed four times for the same problem, the parking brake malfunctions rendering the vehicle unusable. I have multiple photos and videos documenting this. This has happened either after parking the vehicle and attempting to turn it off, or after turning on the car after being parked. The first three times this happened the vehicle remained in neutral and would not change into any other gear. The car would not turn off or lock. The last time it happened again the car stayed in neutral and would not change gears, but I was still able to turn it off and lock it. Below is a summary of all the times the car was towed and how many days it was in the dealer. 1.December 12, 2025 (towed to dealership #1) to December 19, 2025: 8 days, no action taken, unable to find the cause of the problem 2.December 20, 2025 (towed to dealership #1) to December 29, 2025: 10 days, no action taken, unable to find the cause of the problem. Note the car failed again the day after it was returned to me on December 19. 3.January 2, 2026 (towed to dealership #2) to January 13, 2026: 12 days. Changed the 12V battery and replaced the VCU, vehicle control unit as an educated guess based on conversations with the Hyundai engineering team as the initial diagnostic scan failed to pinpoint the problem. 4.March 12, 2026 (towed to dealership #2). As of tMarch 15, 2026 the car is in the dealership for repairs for the same problem. Since this problem is likely related to the electric car’s electronics, it has been both challenging to diagnose, and extremely unpredictable and dangerous when it happens without any previous actionable warnings. The fact that the parking brake malfunctions and cannot engage, and that in addition the car gets stuck in neutral, is an extremely serious safety concern that could result in an accident, injury or death.
Horn fuse has blown 4 times in 5000 miles leaving the vehicle unsafe to operate. Problem is reproduced and confirmed. First started in November 2025 and 4th fuse was placed January 2026.
Horn fuse has blown 4 times in 5000 miles leaving the vehicle unsafe to operate. Problem is reproduced and confirmed. First started in November 2025 and 4th fuse was placed January 2026.
March 21st at around 7:30 PM, I was driving on the highway when my panoramic sunroof suddenly exploded—or shattered—completely out of nowhere. It was a clear night, no rain or debris, and there were no cars directly in front of me. Nothing hit it—no rocks, no objects—just a loud bang, and the glass was gone. I’ve got photos of the damage (attached), and it’s clear this wasn’t caused by an external impact. The glass blew outward, which makes me think it’s a manufacturing defect or stress in the material. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but this is a major safety issue.
March 21st at around 7:30 PM, I was driving on the highway when my panoramic sunroof suddenly exploded—or shattered—completely out of nowhere. It was a clear night, no rain or debris, and there were no cars directly in front of me. Nothing hit it—no rocks, no objects—just a loud bang, and the glass was gone. I’ve got photos of the damage (attached), and it’s clear this wasn’t caused by an external impact. The glass blew outward, which makes me think it’s a manufacturing defect or stress in the material. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but this is a major safety issue.
While driving in the highway I took my foot off the accelerator and despite one pedal driving being on the car did not brake. I then tapped the brake. When I then pushed the accelerator to keep up with traffic, nothing happened. I checked the screen for warning lights. The car had none. The accelerator pedal was non responsive causing a huge safety issue for me and others on the road as the car was now just cruising as I was approaching a hill..I had to turn on my hazards and get over into the shoulder of the highway along the bridge at night. I stopped the car. There were still no warning lights on. I turned the car off and back on and the problem was no longer present.
While driving in the highway I took my foot off the accelerator and despite one pedal driving being on the car did not brake. I then tapped the brake. When I then pushed the accelerator to keep up with traffic, nothing happened. I checked the screen for warning lights. The car had none. The accelerator pedal was non responsive causing a huge safety issue for me and others on the road as the car was now just cruising as I was approaching a hill..I had to turn on my hazards and get over into the shoulder of the highway along the bridge at night. I stopped the car. There were still no warning lights on. I turned the car off and back on and the problem was no longer present.
I was pulling into a parking spot and my vehicle suddenly lurch forward, and I had to slam on the brakes quickly, scraping the front of the curb. I checked there was no warning lights. I checked the floor mat, and this was not impeding the accelerator pedal I am certainly I did not accidentally hit the accelerator instead of the brake.
I was pulling into a parking spot and my vehicle suddenly lurch forward, and I had to slam on the brakes quickly, scraping the front of the curb. I checked there was no warning lights. I checked the floor mat, and this was not impeding the accelerator pedal I am certainly I did not accidentally hit the accelerator instead of the brake.
On March 19, 2026 my Hyundai Ioniq 6 broke. It was clearly the ICCU problem. The car went into turtle mode with a maximum speed of 22 miles an hour and told me to get to a safe area, stop the car and have it brought in. It was brought to my local Hyundai dealer and a few days later they confirmed it was the ICCU problem. This is a safety issue. Fortunately I was 1 mile from my house and did not get stranded. Hyundai has had four years to fix the problem and obviously they have not done so. The car was a 2023 with about 23,000 miles on it.
On March 19, 2026 my Hyundai Ioniq 6 broke. It was clearly the ICCU problem. The car went into turtle mode with a maximum speed of 22 miles an hour and told me to get to a safe area, stop the car and have it brought in. It was brought to my local Hyundai dealer and a few days later they confirmed it was the ICCU problem. This is a safety issue. Fortunately I was 1 mile from my house and did not get stranded. Hyundai has had four years to fix the problem and obviously they have not done so. The car was a 2023 with about 23,000 miles on it.
I WAS DRIVING AND MY ELECTRICAL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN FOR THE SECOND TIME IN A YEAR. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ICCU LAST YEAR AND THEY SAID IT WAS FIXED AND WOULDNT HAVE A PROBLEM AGAIN. I HAD TO RENT A CAR FOR ALMOST TWO MONTHS. THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN WITH THE ICCU HAPPENED ABOUT A MONTH AGO AND THEY STILL HAVE MY CAR. IN A ANOTHER GAS RENTAL CAR.
I WAS DRIVING AND MY ELECTRICAL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN FOR THE SECOND TIME IN A YEAR. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ICCU LAST YEAR AND THEY SAID IT WAS FIXED AND WOULDNT HAVE A PROBLEM AGAIN. I HAD TO RENT A CAR FOR ALMOST TWO MONTHS. THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN WITH THE ICCU HAPPENED ABOUT A MONTH AGO AND THEY STILL HAVE MY CAR. IN A ANOTHER GAS RENTAL CAR.
The fuel door/charge door would not open. Conditions were such that I was safe and had sufficient range without charging, but were I farther from home this could have left me stranded. The problem has not been confirmed by a dealer, other service center, manufacturer, police, or insurance representative, though a friend was not able to open it either/confirmed the issue was not "user error". There were no warnings. The incident occurred after rain in the prior evening, followed by below freezing temperatures. The fuel/plug door opened in the afternoon when temperatures were warmer.
The fuel door/charge door would not open. Conditions were such that I was safe and had sufficient range without charging, but were I farther from home this could have left me stranded. The problem has not been confirmed by a dealer, other service center, manufacturer, police, or insurance representative, though a friend was not able to open it either/confirmed the issue was not "user error". There were no warnings. The incident occurred after rain in the prior evening, followed by below freezing temperatures. The fuel/plug door opened in the afternoon when temperatures were warmer.
The check electric vehicle system error message showed up on my dashboard, meaning the iccu has failed
The check electric vehicle system error message showed up on my dashboard, meaning the iccu has failed
A failure of the ICCU resulted in a maximum speed of about 25 mph and eventually a total loss of power.
A failure of the ICCU resulted in a maximum speed of about 25 mph and eventually a total loss of power.
January 28, 2026 The vehicle has stopped in the middle Of the street with sign «loss of power, check your battery» or something like that and after few attempts to turn it off and on it went to Accessory mode. After 15-20 minutes it completely died. So unsafe with kids in the car during extreme cold temperatures. Free Hyundai road assistance- quoted me 3 hours or so, i had to pay for towing elsewhere. No doubts its iccu, since tow truck driver attempted to jump start and from dead it went to accessory mode and died again almost instantly. I read on the Facebook about iccu problem of Hyundai, if this is engineering defect it should be remedied.
January 28, 2026 The vehicle has stopped in the middle Of the street with sign «loss of power, check your battery» or something like that and after few attempts to turn it off and on it went to Accessory mode. After 15-20 minutes it completely died. So unsafe with kids in the car during extreme cold temperatures. Free Hyundai road assistance- quoted me 3 hours or so, i had to pay for towing elsewhere. No doubts its iccu, since tow truck driver attempted to jump start and from dead it went to accessory mode and died again almost instantly. I read on the Facebook about iccu problem of Hyundai, if this is engineering defect it should be remedied.
ICCU failure, vehicle disabled while driving leaving me stranded.
ICCU failure, vehicle disabled while driving leaving me stranded.
Iccu 12 v battery failed
Iccu 12 v battery failed
The vehicle popped up a screen that said check power source. Then within 30 seconds went into limp mode said power was limited and couldn't drive faster the. 25mph in the middle of a highway. By the time I pulled over to the side of the road my car was dead. Ive been trying to get Hyundai and the dealership to dignose the issue. Based on the error codes I was given it appears to be a dead iccu and 12v battery. I am in a ioniq group on Facebook and over the last week of being in it I've counted over 50 dead iccu on this group alone. All in one week.
The vehicle popped up a screen that said check power source. Then within 30 seconds went into limp mode said power was limited and couldn't drive faster the. 25mph in the middle of a highway. By the time I pulled over to the side of the road my car was dead. Ive been trying to get Hyundai and the dealership to dignose the issue. Based on the error codes I was given it appears to be a dead iccu and 12v battery. I am in a ioniq group on Facebook and over the last week of being in it I've counted over 50 dead iccu on this group alone. All in one week.
I was driving, there was a loud pop, then warnings popped up on the dash and I lost power. I was able to limp the car back to my house, because I had just left. I assume it is the ICCU. I’m reporting this because it is a known issue that Hyundai has not seemingly been able to repair. With the pedal to the floor, I got up to 25 mph. Luckily, I was near home and not on a highway.
I was driving, there was a loud pop, then warnings popped up on the dash and I lost power. I was able to limp the car back to my house, because I had just left. I assume it is the ICCU. I’m reporting this because it is a known issue that Hyundai has not seemingly been able to repair. With the pedal to the floor, I got up to 25 mph. Luckily, I was near home and not on a highway.
The iccu failed. The car went into check power mode the. Into slow mode then died on the highway. Hard to ah e it jumped to take it to the dealership only to find out the 12v and iccu died
The iccu failed. The car went into check power mode the. Into slow mode then died on the highway. Hard to ah e it jumped to take it to the dealership only to find out the 12v and iccu died
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact had received a notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) software update was completed. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH on the highway, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the road. It was unknown whether a warning light had illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), and the 12-Volt battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer ordered the parts. The contact stated that the recall remedy had failed to correct the safety issue. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that parts would be shipped to the dealer for repair. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact had received a notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) software update was completed. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH on the highway, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the road. It was unknown whether a warning light had illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), and the 12-Volt battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer ordered the parts. The contact stated that the recall remedy had failed to correct the safety issue. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that parts would be shipped to the dealer for repair. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a software update was performed. The contact stated that the vehicle was charged at the residence, and the contact received notification through the Mobile App that the big battery charge was 80 percent. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the 12-Volt battery was completely drained and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the recall remedy was intended to make sure that the big battery charged the 12-Volt battery during a charging session, but the recall remedy had failed to correct the issue as intended. The dealer informed the contact that the battery needed to be replaced prior to another attempt to perform the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a software update was performed. The contact stated that the vehicle was charged at the residence, and the contact received notification through the Mobile App that the big battery charge was 80 percent. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the 12-Volt battery was completely drained and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the recall remedy was intended to make sure that the big battery charged the 12-Volt battery during a charging session, but the recall remedy had failed to correct the issue as intended. The dealer informed the contact that the battery needed to be replaced prior to another attempt to perform the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
The ICCU on my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 failed on December 5, 2025 after 19,616 miles. Luckily, the car was parked in my driveway when this occurred. If the car was in motion when the ICCU failure occurred it would have been very dangerous. The car cannot be driven. The car's system shows Hyundai Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1A906. The problem has been confirmed by a dealer. A new ICCU has been ordered. The car is under warranty and the dealer provided a loaner car while my car is being repaired.
The ICCU on my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 failed on December 5, 2025 after 19,616 miles. Luckily, the car was parked in my driveway when this occurred. If the car was in motion when the ICCU failure occurred it would have been very dangerous. The car cannot be driven. The car's system shows Hyundai Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1A906. The problem has been confirmed by a dealer. A new ICCU has been ordered. The car is under warranty and the dealer provided a loaner car while my car is being repaired.
Honk not working fuses are fine second time taking it to dealer to repairs honk at 33k miles
Honk not working fuses are fine second time taking it to dealer to repairs honk at 33k miles
ICCU Failure, unable to charge the 12v battery despite having all recalls associated with this already done. The error code is DTC P1A9096. The car is unable to drive with this error because it is at risk of shutting down while driving.
ICCU Failure, unable to charge the 12v battery despite having all recalls associated with this already done. The error code is DTC P1A9096. The car is unable to drive with this error because it is at risk of shutting down while driving.
Integrated charging control unit ICCU failed and was replaced by dealer. Warning light directed me to immediately pull over and have the car towed to the nearest dealer. Dealer confirmed ICCU failure with Diagnostic trouble code DTC P1A9096. Unknown whether the failed ICCU has been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others. Warning lamps and messages appeared immediately upon the ICCU failure.
Integrated charging control unit ICCU failed and was replaced by dealer. Warning light directed me to immediately pull over and have the car towed to the nearest dealer. Dealer confirmed ICCU failure with Diagnostic trouble code DTC P1A9096. Unknown whether the failed ICCU has been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others. Warning lamps and messages appeared immediately upon the ICCU failure.
The car horn malfunctioned. I was not able to warn other drivers I was approaching and they were about to hit me. The component was inspected and replaced over a year ago in May 2024 under the vehicle warranty. No warning lights appeared when it happened.
The car horn malfunctioned. I was not able to warn other drivers I was approaching and they were about to hit me. The component was inspected and replaced over a year ago in May 2024 under the vehicle warranty. No warning lights appeared when it happened.
I was crossing the Mackinac Bridge, northbound, this afternoon, at the time traveling over the bridge deck's grates in the left lane. Traffic was backed up and I was traveling in the single-digit MPH. There was more that a car's length between myself and the next car ahead, and as I accelerated a little bit to close the distance my emergency braking activated. Fortunately, the car behind me was trailing by a little bit and was also traveling slowly.
I was crossing the Mackinac Bridge, northbound, this afternoon, at the time traveling over the bridge deck's grates in the left lane. Traffic was backed up and I was traveling in the single-digit MPH. There was more that a car's length between myself and the next car ahead, and as I accelerated a little bit to close the distance my emergency braking activated. Fortunately, the car behind me was trailing by a little bit and was also traveling slowly.
ICCU failure. EV car flashed battery issues and could not drive. ICCU and 12 volt battery replaced after 10 days in dealership shop. Manufacturer inspected. Prior to issue electric hatchback closed half way then stalled. I drove to the dealership and asked them to check if there was something wrong. They closed the hatch manually and said the 12 volt battery was fine and the computer said something blocked the closure, I left the dealership and made it less than a mile before battery light went off (within 5 minutes of leaving dealership). Made it back to dealership in turtle mode and this time computer said the ICCU failed.
ICCU failure. EV car flashed battery issues and could not drive. ICCU and 12 volt battery replaced after 10 days in dealership shop. Manufacturer inspected. Prior to issue electric hatchback closed half way then stalled. I drove to the dealership and asked them to check if there was something wrong. They closed the hatch manually and said the 12 volt battery was fine and the computer said something blocked the closure, I left the dealership and made it less than a mile before battery light went off (within 5 minutes of leaving dealership). Made it back to dealership in turtle mode and this time computer said the ICCU failed.
When driving the instrument panel displayed a warning message of electrical problem and stop the vehicle. BlueLink displayed failure code P1A9096 indicating ICCVU failure. Drove vehicle to local dealer where the ICCU/fuse was replaced.
When driving the instrument panel displayed a warning message of electrical problem and stop the vehicle. BlueLink displayed failure code P1A9096 indicating ICCVU failure. Drove vehicle to local dealer where the ICCU/fuse was replaced.
Left the house, made it a few miles from the house. Loud pop from the rear seat, warning lights came up on the dash limited power and check electrical system. Was limited to 25mph to drive home. All recalls were done prior to failure. Last recall was done approx 2 weeks prior to failure. ICCU was diagnosed as the failure and was replaced.
Left the house, made it a few miles from the house. Loud pop from the rear seat, warning lights came up on the dash limited power and check electrical system. Was limited to 25mph to drive home. All recalls were done prior to failure. Last recall was done approx 2 weeks prior to failure. ICCU was diagnosed as the failure and was replaced.
The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed in November 2024. Instrument panel warning indicated an electrical failure and that the vehicle should be stopped immediately. The Hyundai dealer identified Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1A9096 and per Service Campaign 997 Technical Service Bulletin 23-01-060H replaced the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). In December 2024 Recall 272 TSB 24-01-086H software upgrade installed to further address Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failure.
The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed in November 2024. Instrument panel warning indicated an electrical failure and that the vehicle should be stopped immediately. The Hyundai dealer identified Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1A9096 and per Service Campaign 997 Technical Service Bulletin 23-01-060H replaced the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). In December 2024 Recall 272 TSB 24-01-086H software upgrade installed to further address Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failure.
There are 2 horns; a high tone and a low tone. The low tone horn failed, making the horn sound difficult to hear. This same issue has been reported by many Ioniq 6 owners. I scheduled an appt w/ a Hyundai dealer and the defective horn was replaced. This happened when the vehicle had less than 3,000 miles.
There are 2 horns; a high tone and a low tone. The low tone horn failed, making the horn sound difficult to hear. This same issue has been reported by many Ioniq 6 owners. I scheduled an appt w/ a Hyundai dealer and the defective horn was replaced. This happened when the vehicle had less than 3,000 miles.
The horn on my vehicle is defective after 16000 miles. I am available to take it in for an inspection. I was almost backed into and I had no way of alerting the other driver. This problem has not been reproduced by my local dealership but it has been at other national and international dealerships per forums. I am unsure if this component has been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance company, etc. This problem was random without warning which makes this even more of a safety concern since I had no clue this was defective until I actually had to use it.
The horn on my vehicle is defective after 16000 miles. I am available to take it in for an inspection. I was almost backed into and I had no way of alerting the other driver. This problem has not been reproduced by my local dealership but it has been at other national and international dealerships per forums. I am unsure if this component has been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance company, etc. This problem was random without warning which makes this even more of a safety concern since I had no clue this was defective until I actually had to use it.
Shortly after the ICCU recall was repaired I received numerous electrical system warnings on my Hyundai Ioniq 6 (2023, SE model). The dealership identified the problem to be the Battery Management System needed a complete replacement would you take 1-2 weeks. When you factor in three different ICCU service appointments (two SW updates and full replacement) the BMS issue was the fourth electrical / battery issue in the 16 months I've owned the vehicle. Purchased Sept 20, 2023 and have 40k miles.
Shortly after the ICCU recall was repaired I received numerous electrical system warnings on my Hyundai Ioniq 6 (2023, SE model). The dealership identified the problem to be the Battery Management System needed a complete replacement would you take 1-2 weeks. When you factor in three different ICCU service appointments (two SW updates and full replacement) the BMS issue was the fourth electrical / battery issue in the 16 months I've owned the vehicle. Purchased Sept 20, 2023 and have 40k miles.
The ioniq 6 horn is a two (2) tone horn. First, one (1) of the tones went out (lower tone). Now, the horn completely doesn't work. Reading online, this is a common issue with the 2023 & 2024 ioniq 6. This is the same horn (car is the same platform) as the ioniq 5, and lots of forums online also have people posting about their horns going out and not working at all.
The ioniq 6 horn is a two (2) tone horn. First, one (1) of the tones went out (lower tone). Now, the horn completely doesn't work. Reading online, this is a common issue with the 2023 & 2024 ioniq 6. This is the same horn (car is the same platform) as the ioniq 5, and lots of forums online also have people posting about their horns going out and not working at all.
4 days after having recall 272 performed by the dealer the ICCU on the vehicle failed. Warning lights indicated failure and to stop the vehicle. Luckily, only 1 mile from home and drove it home under reduced power. Called the dealer (70 miles away) and was told to tow the car to them. Car was diagnosed with ICC failure. Replacement had to be ordered but might take at least 4 weeks.
4 days after having recall 272 performed by the dealer the ICCU on the vehicle failed. Warning lights indicated failure and to stop the vehicle. Luckily, only 1 mile from home and drove it home under reduced power. Called the dealer (70 miles away) and was told to tow the car to them. Car was diagnosed with ICC failure. Replacement had to be ordered but might take at least 4 weeks.
While driving, "check power system" warning appeared on this 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. Moments later an alarm sounded advising to stop driving and turn off engine. I was able to drive to a safe place although the vehicle would not accelerate beyond approximately 15 mph. Car was conveyed by carrier truck to dealer where as of this date it has remained for two weeks as the service department awaits parts. Note: all prior software updates/recalls had been completed before this unfortunate incident occurred.
While driving, "check power system" warning appeared on this 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. Moments later an alarm sounded advising to stop driving and turn off engine. I was able to drive to a safe place although the vehicle would not accelerate beyond approximately 15 mph. Car was conveyed by carrier truck to dealer where as of this date it has remained for two weeks as the service department awaits parts. Note: all prior software updates/recalls had been completed before this unfortunate incident occurred.
The dashboard error code (check vehicle power supply) also in the bluelink app the error code(DTC P1A9096). I was driving the car. It was 196 miles of range. The car suddenly went into turtle mode and then the car just died in the middle of the road. Luckily I was outside my residence. After waiting 4 hour for towing. I had it towed to the dealership.
The dashboard error code (check vehicle power supply) also in the bluelink app the error code(DTC P1A9096). I was driving the car. It was 196 miles of range. The car suddenly went into turtle mode and then the car just died in the middle of the road. Luckily I was outside my residence. After waiting 4 hour for towing. I had it towed to the dealership.
Horn stopped working 18 months into owning the car. Numerous other drivers report the same issue.
Horn stopped working 18 months into owning the car. Numerous other drivers report the same issue.
iccu unit battery problem car will not start or cannot turn off engine no problem with car until dealership in a recall appointment upgraded software instead of a total replacement of the iccu unit as in directed in the recall in June 2023 The initial problem began1 in July 2023 replacement of recall of unit was not done by dealership simply installed new software recurring problem on 8/2023 Problem arose 3 weeks after the upgrade, the correction in July resulted again in a failure 3 weeks later on [XXX] danger to drive car is an Ionq6 Hyundai I believe there are many similar incidents as mine that have been reported to you Dr [XXX] email [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
iccu unit battery problem car will not start or cannot turn off engine no problem with car until dealership in a recall appointment upgraded software instead of a total replacement of the iccu unit as in directed in the recall in June 2023 The initial problem began1 in July 2023 replacement of recall of unit was not done by dealership simply installed new software recurring problem on 8/2023 Problem arose 3 weeks after the upgrade, the correction in July resulted again in a failure 3 weeks later on [XXX] danger to drive car is an Ionq6 Hyundai I believe there are many similar incidents as mine that have been reported to you Dr [XXX] email [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Horn progressively not working. 2 components:high and low frequencies have died and the horn is kaput. Forty still under warranty in my case but seriously concerned for security while driving as this is sudden and unexpected!
Horn progressively not working. 2 components:high and low frequencies have died and the horn is kaput. Forty still under warranty in my case but seriously concerned for security while driving as this is sudden and unexpected!
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V204000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while attempting to charge the battery, the recharging system did not recognize that the vehicle was plugged into a charging station. The contact stated that the vehicle indicated "Charging Unsuccessful" and the contact had to connect and disconnect the charging cable several times until the vehicle was successfully charged. Additionally, the contact stated that the "Service Required" message was displayed along with a countdown for days remaining for the repair. Additionally, the contact reported that the electrical charge was drained, and the contact was unable to start the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed and was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the recall. The failure mileage was 3,611. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V204000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while attempting to charge the battery, the recharging system did not recognize that the vehicle was plugged into a charging station. The contact stated that the vehicle indicated "Charging Unsuccessful" and the contact had to connect and disconnect the charging cable several times until the vehicle was successfully charged. Additionally, the contact stated that the "Service Required" message was displayed along with a countdown for days remaining for the repair. Additionally, the contact reported that the electrical charge was drained, and the contact was unable to start the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed and was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the recall. The failure mileage was 3,611. Parts distribution disconnect.
The horn stopped working. I was not able to warn other drivers they were cutting me off. The problem has been confirmed by the dealer. The high pitch horn was replaced and the low pitch horn was ordered for replacement. There were no warning lights or blown fuses.
The horn stopped working. I was not able to warn other drivers they were cutting me off. The problem has been confirmed by the dealer. The high pitch horn was replaced and the low pitch horn was ordered for replacement. There were no warning lights or blown fuses.
On the afternoon of February 12, 2024 (5:12pm), I was driving northbound on I-71 at highway speed, approximately 75mph. My Hyundai Ioniq 6 alerted me of a (non-existent) impending front-end collision, and within 1 second of the alert starting, the automatic emergency braking system activated. This resulted in the violent (and unexpected) braking of my car to around 25mph. There was no clear reason for the collision detection alert or the automatic emergency brake. The light was good and there was no significant weather. There were no vehicles immediately in front or behind me. (Nearest car in front was over a quarter mile away.) The force of the braking was sufficiently strong that I am still sore in my shoulder and back a week later. I am fortunate that there wasn't a car close behind me, as I likely would have been rear-ended due to the unexpected and abrupt nature of the braking. The vehicle was taken in for service (invoice attached) and "calibrated". Within 10 miles of getting back on the highway, warnings (but no braking) triggered again. (photo attached of one of the warnings). The vehicle is currently back at dealer service.
On the afternoon of February 12, 2024 (5:12pm), I was driving northbound on I-71 at highway speed, approximately 75mph. My Hyundai Ioniq 6 alerted me of a (non-existent) impending front-end collision, and within 1 second of the alert starting, the automatic emergency braking system activated. This resulted in the violent (and unexpected) braking of my car to around 25mph. There was no clear reason for the collision detection alert or the automatic emergency brake. The light was good and there was no significant weather. There were no vehicles immediately in front or behind me. (Nearest car in front was over a quarter mile away.) The force of the braking was sufficiently strong that I am still sore in my shoulder and back a week later. I am fortunate that there wasn't a car close behind me, as I likely would have been rear-ended due to the unexpected and abrupt nature of the braking. The vehicle was taken in for service (invoice attached) and "calibrated". Within 10 miles of getting back on the highway, warnings (but no braking) triggered again. (photo attached of one of the warnings). The vehicle is currently back at dealer service.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact stated that while reversing, the brake lights interfered with the optics of the back-up camera. The inference caused the camera image to be distorted which affected the visibility while reversing. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,518.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact stated that while reversing, the brake lights interfered with the optics of the back-up camera. The inference caused the camera image to be distorted which affected the visibility while reversing. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,518.
My Ioniq 6 Limited AWD experienced a phantom braking event in a covered parking lot with no cars or pedestrians anywhere near the front of my car. The car just stopped suddenly with a warning message "Emergency Braking", and it wouldn't allow me to proceed until I turned off the car and then turned it back on. Fortunately, there wasn't a car close behind me at the time, but it could have triggered a rear end collision. Prior to this phantom braking incident, but on the same short drive, I noticed that the car incorrectly showed a red line indicating that the driver's side of my car was extremely close to some object, even though visual inspection confirmed that there was nothing there.
My Ioniq 6 Limited AWD experienced a phantom braking event in a covered parking lot with no cars or pedestrians anywhere near the front of my car. The car just stopped suddenly with a warning message "Emergency Braking", and it wouldn't allow me to proceed until I turned off the car and then turned it back on. Fortunately, there wasn't a car close behind me at the time, but it could have triggered a rear end collision. Prior to this phantom braking incident, but on the same short drive, I noticed that the car incorrectly showed a red line indicating that the driver's side of my car was extremely close to some object, even though visual inspection confirmed that there was nothing there.
My Ioniq6 slowed down to 20 mph for the second time tonight. No matter how hard I pressed on the accelerator the car would not speed up past 20 mph. A message on the dashboard said “Limit: 20 mph”. Eventually the car picked up speed then said “Limit: 43 mph”. (The speed limit on University Blvd at this point was 35 mph). I did not test that, as I was almost home. This happened around 7pm on Saturday, Nov 18, 2023. My wife was in the car with me and asked why I was driving so slowly. The first time this happened, a couple weeks ago, I don’t recall seeing a message on the dashboard. I fiddled with some of the controls on the steering wheel and it sped up. So I thought I had fixed it.
My Ioniq6 slowed down to 20 mph for the second time tonight. No matter how hard I pressed on the accelerator the car would not speed up past 20 mph. A message on the dashboard said “Limit: 20 mph”. Eventually the car picked up speed then said “Limit: 43 mph”. (The speed limit on University Blvd at this point was 35 mph). I did not test that, as I was almost home. This happened around 7pm on Saturday, Nov 18, 2023. My wife was in the car with me and asked why I was driving so slowly. The first time this happened, a couple weeks ago, I don’t recall seeing a message on the dashboard. I fiddled with some of the controls on the steering wheel and it sped up. So I thought I had fixed it.
I have a 2023 Ioniq 5 that was purchased in June, 2023 and an 2023 Ioniq 6 that was purchased in April, 2023. I had a new Chargepoint Home Flex charger installed in April when I purchased my Ioniq 6 and set the charging current to 40 amps. The charger was hardwired directly to my service panel with the appropriate 6 gauge wire and 60 amp breaker. My Ioniq 6 reliably charged at 40 amps until early July when it started dropping the charge rate to 23 amps about 40 minutes into my charging session when using the level 2 charger at home. My Ioniq 5 only charged at 40 amps for the first week of ownership before starting to drop the charge rate to 23 amps. When this behavior started I plugged an OBD2 scanner in and was able to monitor the AC Charging Inlet temperature and noticed that the charge drop happened when the temperature reached 240F. This causes an issue when planning my charge times because they can essentially double, meaning that my vehicles are not ready for a trip by the estimated time. I am also concerned that having electronics that overheat on an EV may be a potential fire hazard in the future. One of the key reasons for purchasing these vehicles was the advertised charge times. I have appointments with the dealership to have both of these vehicles diagnosed.
I have a 2023 Ioniq 5 that was purchased in June, 2023 and an 2023 Ioniq 6 that was purchased in April, 2023. I had a new Chargepoint Home Flex charger installed in April when I purchased my Ioniq 6 and set the charging current to 40 amps. The charger was hardwired directly to my service panel with the appropriate 6 gauge wire and 60 amp breaker. My Ioniq 6 reliably charged at 40 amps until early July when it started dropping the charge rate to 23 amps about 40 minutes into my charging session when using the level 2 charger at home. My Ioniq 5 only charged at 40 amps for the first week of ownership before starting to drop the charge rate to 23 amps. When this behavior started I plugged an OBD2 scanner in and was able to monitor the AC Charging Inlet temperature and noticed that the charge drop happened when the temperature reached 240F. This causes an issue when planning my charge times because they can essentially double, meaning that my vehicles are not ready for a trip by the estimated time. I am also concerned that having electronics that overheat on an EV may be a potential fire hazard in the future. One of the key reasons for purchasing these vehicles was the advertised charge times. I have appointments with the dealership to have both of these vehicles diagnosed.
Car's onboard AC charger overheats, I can replicate every time upon charging Poses fire hazard Dealer will not confirm, but TSB's have been issued to reduce the charging current (car no longer charges as advertised at time of purchase) Inspection performed by Ioniq certified dealer Warning first appeared June 2, 2023
Car's onboard AC charger overheats, I can replicate every time upon charging Poses fire hazard Dealer will not confirm, but TSB's have been issued to reduce the charging current (car no longer charges as advertised at time of purchase) Inspection performed by Ioniq certified dealer Warning first appeared June 2, 2023
The Ioniq 6 is supposed to be able to charge at 48 amps. I bought a new Ioniq 6 in early June 2023. June 12 I had the level 2 Juice Box 48 amp charger installed. At least twice (I think three times), it would stop charging after about twenty minutes — the charge port appears to be overheating in certain situations. Please have Hyundai either fix the port (or other hardware) and/or software. They may not advertise 48 amp charging when so many users are having overheating problems. They need to own this and be accountable. Precisely this happened on the Ioniq 6 to me: https://youtu.be/uXi33MtrJAU
The Ioniq 6 is supposed to be able to charge at 48 amps. I bought a new Ioniq 6 in early June 2023. June 12 I had the level 2 Juice Box 48 amp charger installed. At least twice (I think three times), it would stop charging after about twenty minutes — the charge port appears to be overheating in certain situations. Please have Hyundai either fix the port (or other hardware) and/or software. They may not advertise 48 amp charging when so many users are having overheating problems. They need to own this and be accountable. Precisely this happened on the Ioniq 6 to me: https://youtu.be/uXi33MtrJAU
The horn from my car has stopped working entirely. By having this system fail it endangers me from other clueless drivers on the road.
The horn from my car has stopped working entirely. By having this system fail it endangers me from other clueless drivers on the road.
Subject: Safety Complaint – Sharp Upper Door Edge Causing Facial Injury (Hyundai IONIQ 6, 2023) Message: To whom it may concern, I would like to submit a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 (VIN: [XXX] ). On October 14, 2024, my wife suffered a facial injury caused by an extremely sharp upper edge of the front door. This occurred in our driveway at [XXX]. The injury happened when the front door stopped at its mid-detent position and the sharp, exposed upper edge made forceful contact with her forehead and the area next to her eye. She avoided a direct eye injury only due to quick reflex. This design presents a serious risk to passengers, especially those of shorter stature. I have photographic documentation showing the sharp door edge and the injury mechanism. Hyundai Motor America was informed, but they dismissed the case and advised us simply to “be more careful.” They offered a $150 virtual compensation card, which I did not use, because accepting it could be interpreted as accepting their proposed settlement. Hyundai insisted on dealer inspection, which is irrelevant because this is not a defect of a single unit — all vehicles of this model have the same door-edge geometry. I believe this is a safety-related design hazard affecting all Hyundai IONIQ 6 vehicles. I respectfully request that NHTSA review this case, as the risk of eye or facial injury is significant. Please let me know if you require additional information or photographs. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] Phone [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Subject: Safety Complaint – Sharp Upper Door Edge Causing Facial Injury (Hyundai IONIQ 6, 2023) Message: To whom it may concern, I would like to submit a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 (VIN: [XXX] ). On October 14, 2024, my wife suffered a facial injury caused by an extremely sharp upper edge of the front door. This occurred in our driveway at [XXX]. The injury happened when the front door stopped at its mid-detent position and the sharp, exposed upper edge made forceful contact with her forehead and the area next to her eye. She avoided a direct eye injury only due to quick reflex. This design presents a serious risk to passengers, especially those of shorter stature. I have photographic documentation showing the sharp door edge and the injury mechanism. Hyundai Motor America was informed, but they dismissed the case and advised us simply to “be more careful.” They offered a $150 virtual compensation card, which I did not use, because accepting it could be interpreted as accepting their proposed settlement. Hyundai insisted on dealer inspection, which is irrelevant because this is not a defect of a single unit — all vehicles of this model have the same door-edge geometry. I believe this is a safety-related design hazard affecting all Hyundai IONIQ 6 vehicles. I respectfully request that NHTSA review this case, as the risk of eye or facial injury is significant. Please let me know if you require additional information or photographs. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] Phone [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20-30 MPH and attempting to use the horn, the contact discovered that the horn was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was determined that the horn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer failed to pre-order the part for the repair. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 12,500.
The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20-30 MPH and attempting to use the horn, the contact discovered that the horn was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was determined that the horn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer failed to pre-order the part for the repair. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 12,500.
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What Owners Are Saying
"Honestly I do want to share my genuine experience with the Hyundai IONIQ 6, because this car has had a real impact on my life. The Personal Impact Seven years ago, I survived a severe car accident involving a tree — one that was described as “unsurvivable.” The recovery, rehab, and therapy took a long time, and afterward I developed a deep fear of driving. Even when I eventually healed physically, I never truly felt comfortable behind the wheel again. The IONIQ 6 changed that. Since leasing this vehicle, driving has gone from something I dreaded to something I actually look forward to. I find myself wanting to drive, planning errands, and taking small trips simply because the car feels that good, that safe, and that smooth. This vehicle helped me overcome a fear that held me back for years. That is something no ordinary car could have done. What I Love About the IONIQ 6 1. It’s genuinely enjoyable to drive Smooth acceleration, quiet cabin, a futuristic feel, and a driving experience that’s both calming and confidence-building. 2. The ride quality is incredible Even without highway driving, the comfort, stability, and responsiveness are immediately noticeable. 3. The design and technology feel premium The interior layout, ambient lighting, screens, and overall design make the car feel modern and elevated — like a luxury EV without the luxury price tag. 4. It feels safe After what I went through, that matters more than anything. The IONIQ 6 gives me a sense of control and security I didn’t have in other vehicles. My Only Negative If I had to point out one drawback, it’s the placement of the 12V cigarette lighter port. Its location makes it difficult to use certain accessories or chargers, especially if you rely on them while driving. It’s a small detail, but it would be great to see it positioned in a more accessible place in future models. My Next Step I’m currently trying to extend my lease and ideally adjust my monthly payment to match the pricing being advertised online. That would make it financially easier to continue driving the car that has genuinely improved my confidence on the road. Once my lease is up, I plan to refinance and buy this vehicle, unless Hyundai releases something even better — and at this point, that would be a high bar to clear. —Austyn, Unsurvivable to Unstoppable"
"I have owned about ten cars in my life. Two that I absolutely loved. First was a 2011 Mazda 6. No clue why I loved it but ended up handing it down to my son and every time I got in it, I got “that” feeling again. Second is my 2025 Ioniq 6 limited that I currently have. (Oh and maybe my first Toyota Celica would also be up there)."
"And how quick they charge vs VW ID family of vehicles you will not be disappointed, even if you go for AWD model. Example of my last mule Ioniq 6 SE RWD model with 18-inch aerodynamic wheels. Meeting or exceeding EPA figures if you set it at 65 MPH on cruise control ( this is my speed when traveling with engineering gear) At 70 MPH, mostly flat terrain on good day you should have no problem most of the time reaching 300+ miles. For winter conditions I didn't had chance, because of being assigned to different vehicle. Even in winter conditions and snow if you get winter tires, RWD will work quite well. If you travel like me close to 80k miles per year driving all four seasons and doing cross country trips on almost daily basis. #8· Jan 10, 2025 Thanks for the feedback. The ID.4 is a nice car but being higher up it's aerodynamics are not the best and it's charging speed is limiting when on a long trip. I have my subject set of notes when looking at EV's."
"So I think that my real-world range so far is 254.4 miles with some pretty intense heat and... 43.6KNCIoniq23 replied Aug 27, 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Hellcat Oct 6, 2023 Ioniq 6 Real Range I have a Canadian Ioniq 6 Preferred Long Range RWD with the range of 581 km (361 miles). But what is the real range based on your experience? I'm not complaining - the range is one of the best currently available, but achieving 581 km in real world driving is highly unlikely. At least if you... 5017Kjewelrywithheart435 replied Aug 29, 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6 45398 Oct 10, 2023"
"I wouldn't. My I6 has been in the shop for eight months now and they've spent $28k so far trying to diagnose the problem with the AC and heater. It's probably a buy back because they didn't know how to fix whatever is wrong with it. If it's from a Hyundai dealer, get them to give you the service history for it so you can see what the previous owner complained about."
"NHTSA recall for some 2023-2025 ioniq 6 vehicles: "The driver and passenger seat belt anchors may detach." >A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. >NHTSA ID Number: 26V218000 >Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America >Components SEAT BELTS >Potential Number of Units Affected: 294128 >Summary >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 are expected to be mailed June 5, 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. *Credit: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration*"
"2023 Ioniq 6 steering locked while driving. Dealer says rack packed with ice. $5800 repair. Advice? Hi everyone, Looking for some advice from mechanics or other Hyundai owners. I have a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 with about 49,000 km. While driving recently the steering wheel suddenly locked for a moment. After it freed up, it started making grinding and popping sounds when turning. I immediately took the car to the Hyundai dealership. They inspected it and said the steering rack area was packed with ice and recommended replacing the entire rack. Estimated cost: • Steering rack replacement • Rack + labour about $3700 • Total estimate about $5800 with other items Service order says: “Diagnosis – steering wheel locking up and making grinding & popping sound.” What I’m struggling to understand is how ice could get inside the steering rack, since the rack is normally sealed with rubber boots. I’m trying to figure out: • Could ice around the linkage cause steering lock like this? • Would a rack failure like this normally be covered under warranty on a 2023 car? • Could this indicate a torn rack boot or seal failure? • Should I escalate this to Hyundai Canada or Transport Canada, since the steering locked while driving? Any advice would really help before I approve a major repair."
"I just got the certified Ioniq 6 SEL model (20 inch wheel) as second owner. When I bought this car in the dealer shop, driving range was shown as around 280 mils with 80 % battery. But when I charge in near by my place, it shows knly 240miles/full battery. Do you have any idea? It's too shorter... 226.1Ktarnower replied Mar 18, 2024 2017+ Hyundai IONIQ Range, MPGE And Economy SmanskeTX Jan 15, 2024 Range reality I own an ionic 6 in Texas and have learned to reality a real distance capacity, which is often far short of what the vehicle is indicating is available. In Texas for highway speeds average 75 miles an hour or greater you can expect to have a 25% to 30% degradation in mileage range."
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