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Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV Safety
NHTSA safety across every Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 has not been rated by NHTSA, rendering any safety assessment premature. There are no crash-test star ratings, no recall data, and no owner complaints on record. This publication's Safety Index score for the 2026 Ioniq 9 is therefore unquantifiable. Until federal data becomes available, the safety credentials of this large electric SUV remain undetermined.
The 2026 Ioniq 9 achieved a perfect score in all NHTSA crash-test categories: frontal, side, and rollover. This performance is particularly noteworthy for a large SUV, as its rollover resistance reflects the inherent stability of its low, floor-mounted battery pack. This contributed to an overall Safety Index of 91 out of 100, positioning it firmly in the Exceptional band. At this early stage, the 2026 Ioniq 9 shows zero recalls. This clean initial record is typical for a new model year, where insufficient time has passed for widespread issues to emerge. Our publication will continue to monitor recall activity as more vehicles enter service. Owner complaints for the 2026 model year total 24. While four of these allege injuries, none report crashes or fires. These are unverified allegations, and the limited sample size means this data is still preliminary. The Ioniq 9 demonstrates exceptional crash-test performance from launch, but its long-term safety profile will become clearer as ownership data accumulates.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Ioniq 9 as a polished, refined large SUV with a spacious, well-appointed interior and a smooth, composed ride that suits long-distance family travel. Most find the cabin materials and overall fit to be competitive at the top of the segment, and driving dynamics are frequently described as calm and confidence-inspiring for a vehicle of this size.
- The 2026 Ioniq 9 earned a 91 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band with perfect five-star scores in frontal, side, and rollover crash testing.
- The model carries zero recalls as of this writing, an encouraging starting point, but shoppers should monitor NHTSA's recall database regularly since new model years often see issues emerge only after wider market exposure.
- Twenty-four owner complaints have been filed against the 2026 model year, including four alleging injuries. These are unverified allegations, and the complaint volume is low for a freshly launched vehicle, but it is worth reviewing the specific complaint categories on NHTSA's site before purchasing.
- The Ioniq 9's five-star rollover rating is especially notable for a three-row SUV of this size. Purpose-built EV platforms with floor-mounted battery packs naturally lower the center of gravity, and that structural benefit appears to translate directly into the rollover test results.