Hyundai IONIQ 5 & IONIQ 9 Battery Recall
2025 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Updated February 6, 2026
Hyundai is recalling certain 2025 to 2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles because the high-voltage battery may contain an improperly tightened bus bar. A loose bus bar can cause a short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Is the Hyundai Motor America recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on February 6, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
Certain 2025 to 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 vehicles. This is Hyundai recall number 294. To confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov (VINs became searchable February 7, 2026).
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2025 or 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5, or a 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9. Look up your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN, found on your dashboard at the base of the windshield or on your registration) at NHTSA.gov to confirm your vehicle is in the recall.
What to do right now
Take your vehicle to a Hyundai dealer, the inspection and any necessary repair (tightening the bus bar bolts or replacing the battery assembly) are free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. If you haven't received a letter, call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall number 294.
Contact: Hyundai Motor America
The hazard
An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V068000
- Recalled
- February 6, 2026
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