NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 24 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV sets a high standard for occupant protection, achieving the maximum star rating across all NHTSA crash-test categories. This strong performance underpins an "Exceptional" NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100. The vehicle's safety record is currently unblemished by any recalls.
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV received a five-star overall rating in NHTSA crash testing and carries a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV ranks 45 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 24 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 45 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV enters the record as a first-year model with no prior-year Safety Index to compare against, so the 91/100 Exceptional score stands entirely on its own merits. The crash-protection sub-score of 70/70 is the foundation of that result, reflecting a perfect five-star outcome across all four NHTSA NCAP categories including a 10 percent rollover risk and a clean dynamic tip result. The defect-record sub-score of 19/20 is bolstered by the absence of any recall campaigns at this stage of the model's life. The one clear pressure point in the Index is the avoidance-tech sub-score of 2/10. Neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is listed as standard equipment, and only electronic stability control carries a standard designation. That gap meaningfully constrains the Index from reaching a higher band. The 24 unverified consumer allegations, concentrated in the Electrical System and Fuel/Propulsion System, are worth monitoring as the model accumulates more owner miles, but they do not affect the current defect-record sub-score in a way that pulls the overall Index down. As a zero-year-old vehicle, this profile will shift as NHTSA receives more data.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV achieved a perfect rating in every crash-test category assessed by NHTSA. This includes overall, frontal, and side impact protection. Furthermore, its rollover risk is a low 10 percent, with the dynamic tip test yielding a No Tip result. No category presented a weakness or lacked a rating.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21159
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV have any recalls?
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside advisory and no do-not-drive order has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as campaigns can be opened at any time on a current-model-year vehicle.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV?
NHTSA has logged 24 unverified consumer allegations for this model year. The top reported components are the Electrical System (16 allegations), Fuel/Propulsion System (6), Power Train (5), Forward Collision Avoidance (4), and Vehicle Speed Control (4). No crashes or fatalities are alleged; four injuries are alleged. These are unverified reports, not established facts.
24 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV?
Because this is a current-model-year vehicle, shoppers should verify there are no newly opened recall campaigns by running the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before finalizing any purchase. Recall status can change quickly on a first-year model.
- The 2026 Ioniq 9 BEV is a first-year model with no prior Safety Index on record, making 91/100 Exceptional a baseline score rather than a year-over-year improvement.
- All four NHTSA NCAP categories, overall, frontal, side, and rollover, returned five stars, with a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are not listed as standard, producing an avoidance-tech sub-score of only 2/10, the single largest drag on the 91/100 Index.
- Twenty-four unverified consumer allegations have been filed with NHTSA, with 16 targeting the Electrical System, a component category worth tracking as owner miles accumulate on this new platform.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV places
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 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 9.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 24 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21159), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Ioniq 9 BEV 2026.
- 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 45 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- 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.