Model year guide

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints6
Combined136 MPGe

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric recalls 1

Electrical System:propulsion System:charging:module:onboard (obcm) NHTSA Campaign #21V944000 · manufacturer #215 · 07/12/2021

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.

Fix: Dealers will update the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 215.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric efficiency & running costs

Combined136 MPGe
City150 MPGe
Highway122 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range124 mi
Charge time (240V)4 hours
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume23 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$2,750
Energy only$2,750
Per mile$0.04

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 56

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 56.

Certain Kona Electric (OS EV) and Ioniq Electric (AE EV) vehicles are eligible for a Battery Management System (BMS) software update. This update to the BMS software improves the system’s diagnostic capability. Follow this bulletin to complete the BMS software…

Bulletin 26-01-065H TSB · Electrical System, Fuel/propulsion System · Aug 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not suppl…

Bulletin DTN DL · Air Bags · Apr 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been iden…

Bulletin DTN DCS · Air Bags · Apr 2026

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lam…

Bulletin 25-BD-012H TSB · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connectio…

Bulletin 25-01-024H-1 TSB · Electrical System · May 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. If you are experiencing issues with remote commands, or other…

Bulletin 25-01-024H EM · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connectio…

Bulletin 25-01-024H TSB · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated…

Bulletin 24-BD-001H · Visibility, Visibility/wiper · Feb 2024

This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

Bulletin 23-EM-005H · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2023

This Service Information bulletin provides information on how to update the Apple Carplay software from Hyundai’s Navigation Updates page. The current version of Google Maps has 10 times the data transmission compared to the previous version. As a countermea…

Bulletin 23-BE-007H · Electrical System, Equipment · Jul 2023

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the IONIQ ELECTRIC FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric vehicles on record

2019 Hyundai ioniq electric — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric get?

The 2019 Hyundai ioniq electric has a U.S. EPA estimate of 136 MPGe combined (150 city / 122 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.