NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 scores 79 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 397 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 achieved a 79/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, positioning it in the Average tier. While robust crash-test results form a solid foundation for this score, the vehicle's overall safety assessment is tempered by a notably thin sub-score in avoidance technology and an increasing volume of owner complaints.
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 earned a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 79/100, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 ranks 106 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 79 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.3% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 397 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 106 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, in its inaugural model year for the United States, presents a mixed safety profile. Its crash protection is a clear strength, earning 5 out of 5 stars in overall, side, and rollover evaluations from NHTSA. This performance is reflected in a crash-protection sub-score of 65 out of 70. However, the vehicle's avoidance technology significantly detracts from its overall safety standing. With only electronic stability control listed as standard in the NHTSA dataset, and lacking rated forward collision warning and lane departure warning features, the Ioniq 5 received an avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10. This deficiency pulls the computed Safety Index to an Average 79 out of 100. The defect record, with a sub-score of 12.25 out of 20, includes three recalls and 397 owner complaints. A May 2022 parking brake software recall is specific to this 2022 model year, while two subsequent battery system recalls affect a wider range of Hyundai electric vehicles. The most frequent owner complaints center on the Electrical System and Fuel and Propulsion System.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Ioniq 5 SUV AWD achieved an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side and rollover protection both earned perfect 5 star ratings, with an 8 percent rollover risk and no dynamic tip. The frontal rating of 4 out of 5 stars was the sole area where the Ioniq 5 did not achieve the highest possible score.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16597
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover this model year. Two address the 12V electrical battery system, one issued in early 2024 and a follow-on issued in late 2024, both spanning multiple Hyundai and Genesis electrified models. A third, issued in May 2022, targets a software error in the Shifter Control Unit that may disengage the parking brake unexpectedly. No do-not-drive or park-outside directive is noted in the data, but buyers should verify remedy completion by VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY24V868000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or Genesis customer service at 1-844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 272 (Hyundai) and 025G (Gen
Reported 2024-11-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY24V204000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V-868. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai custom
Reported 2024-03-15
PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE22V324000
Risk: Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Drivers are recommended to use the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) when parking their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 228.
Reported 2022-05-11
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
NHTSA has logged 397 unverified owner allegations for the 2022 Ioniq 5. The Electrical System dominates with 299 reported issues, followed by the Fuel and Propulsion System at 87 and the Power Train at 83. Consumers have also alleged 7 crashes and 1 fire. All figures represent unverified consumer reports, not established facts.
397 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Three recalls have been issued for the 2022 Ioniq 5, two addressing battery system concerns and one a software issue affecting the parking brake. Any prospective buyer of a used 2022 Ioniq 5 should verify through NHTSA's VIN lookup that all mandated recall remedies have been performed.
- The 2022 Ioniq 5 carries three open or previously issued recalls specific to or inclusive of this model year, including a parking-brake software defect that was flagged in the vehicle's launch year and two separate 12V battery-system campaigns issued years later.
- NHTSA's crash tests gave the 2022 AWD SUV variant a perfect 5 stars overall, on the side, and for rollover protection, but the frontal rating fell one star short at 4 out of 5, making frontal-impact performance the one area of measurable concern in the test data.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 reflects the absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning in the NHTSA dataset for this year, a gap that materially limits the Safety Index despite the strong crash-test results.
- The 397 unverified owner allegations on file include a heavy concentration in the Electrical System at 299 reports, a pattern consistent with the battery-related recall activity and worth monitoring as the complaint record continues to grow.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 places
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 safety questions
Was the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 79 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 397 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16597), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 106 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.