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NHTSA crash test of the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

5Recalls
56Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE HYUNDAI IONIQ 6

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a sleek, aerodynamically styled all-electric sedan targeting tech-forward buyers who want a purpose-built EV rather than a converted gas platform. Positioned in the growing mid-size electric sedan segment, it competes on efficiency and design distinction, drawing shoppers who prioritize a modern, driver-focused experience with a strong emphasis on forward-thinking engineering.

VERDICT

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 5 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Ioniq 6 as one of the more compelling electric sedans on the market, praising its distinctive aerodynamic styling, composed driving character, and well-integrated technology. Most consider it a strong value proposition in the EV space, though some note that the driving experience prioritizes efficiency and refinement over outright excitement.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 6.7%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18927

Index breakdown

Crash protection65/70
Avoidance tech5/10
Defect record14.75/20
Forward collision warning: Standard & OptionalLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE26V218000

Risk: A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 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 searchabl

Reported 2026-04-06

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:PORT25V606000

Risk: A detached charging port door panel can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will apply an adhesive on the charging port door assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 10, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 282. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 13, 2025.

Reported 2025-09-12

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

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT24V065000

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear inner driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 253(H), 017G(G).

Reported 2024-02-01

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

56 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 33Unknown Or Other 9Power Train 8Fuel/Propulsion System 6Engine 6Forward Collision Avoidance 4

Other Ioniq 6 years

Rivals in Sedan (2023)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 18927), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Hyundai Ioniq 6 2023. Class rank 65 of 92 in Sedan 2023. Methodology · Disclosure