NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV Safety Record
The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA. Consequently, no federal star ratings or a Safety Index score are available for this model year. The vehicle's administrative record reflects a Clean recall and complaint burden band, with no open recalls. A single unverified owner complaint is on file. While these data points sketch a quiet administrative record, they do not substitute for crash-test results. The absence of testing should not be interpreted as either an endorsement or a concern regarding the vehicle's safety performance.
The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and holds a Clean recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV?
The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV sits in the Clean burden band, the quietest tier in the recall and complaint framework. Its zero recall campaigns mean no manufacturer-acknowledged safety defects have triggered federal action for this model year. The solitary Electrical System complaint on file is an unverified consumer allegation; standing alone, it does not establish a pattern. No tested sibling years exist in the data set, so there is no adjacent crash-score record to reference as context. The Clean band reflects a thin administrative footprint, but it speaks only to the recall and complaint record, not to how this vehicle would perform in a controlled crash sequence.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV have any recalls?
The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no active recall campaigns, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this model year.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV?
NHTSA shows one owner complaint on file for the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV. That single unverified allegation targets the Electrical System. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported in connection with it. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established findings.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV?
Before purchase, run the specific VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recall campaigns are attached to that individual unit, since recall completion rates vary across the used-vehicle supply.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file with NHTSA for the 2021 model year, with no park-outside or do-not-drive directives issued.
- One unverified owner complaint targeting the Electrical System has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with no associated crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths alleged.
- The Clean burden band reflects the recall and complaint record only and is not a crash-safety grade; shoppers should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov for any open recall status.
FAQ2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV safety questions
Was the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV 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 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Ioniq EV 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.