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Hyundai Ioniq 5 BEV Safety
NHTSA safety across every Hyundai Ioniq 5 BEV model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 BEV we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 92 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a battery-electric crossover SUV competing in the rapidly growing EV segment, aimed at tech-forward buyers who want a spacious, modern alternative to traditional compact SUVs. With its distinctive retro-futurist styling and dedicated EV platform, the Ioniq 5 targets drivers who prioritize sustainability and innovation without sacrificing everyday practicality.
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 enters the model year with no safety recalls, a clean slate worth noting. This absence of safety campaigns strengthens its overall profile, which includes an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index score of 92 out of 100. This places it in our top tier. The Ioniq 5 earns a perfect 5 out of 5 stars for rollover risk, benefiting from its low-mounted battery pack. However, frontal and side crash-test star ratings for 2026 are not yet available. Prospective buyers should monitor NHTSA's ongoing testing for these specific metrics. Owner complaints for the 2026 model year stand at a modest 17. None of these unverified allegations involve a reported crash, fire, injury, or death. The absence of such serious incident reports is encouraging. Overall, the 2026 Ioniq 5 presents a strong safety profile, with its incomplete crash-test data being the primary area for consumers to observe.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Ioniq 5 as one of the more thoughtfully executed entries in the electric crossover class, praising its airy, well-finished cabin, composed ride quality, and responsive driving dynamics. Most find the interior materials and overall refinement to be above average for the segment, and the distinctive exterior design tends to draw consistent positive attention as a genuine point of differentiation.
- The 2026 Ioniq 5 earns an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index score of 92 out of 100, placing it among the top-performing vehicles in our ratings for this model year.
- Rollover protection is rated a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, likely benefiting from the low center of gravity provided by the vehicle's dedicated battery-electric platform.
- Frontal and side crash-test star ratings have not yet been issued by NHTSA for the 2026 model year, so shoppers should revisit NHTSA's database as testing progresses before finalizing their safety comparison.
- Zero recalls have been issued for the 2026 model year, and the 17 owner complaints on file report no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths, though all complaints are unverified allegations.