NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Safety Record
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In 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 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In stands as an anomaly in the federal safety data, presenting a limited but clear picture of its record. With no NHTSA crash-test ratings or Safety Index available, the model year provides no star ratings of any kind. Its federal record shows a "Clean" burden band for both recalls and owner complaints. Specifically, there are zero recalls on file and only a single owner complaint for this vehicle.
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In 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 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In?
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In has not been subjected to crash testing by NHTSA, leaving a significant gap in its safety profile. No data from sibling model years are available to provide structural reference. However, the vehicle's record for recalls and complaints is notably clean, positioning it in the lightest category. This 2020 model year shows a zero-recall count. A single unverified complaint, filed in April 2025, addresses an Electrical System issue and reports no crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. This minimal complaint record indicates that federal regulators have not initiated investigations or campaigns for the 2020 Ioniq Plug-In.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In have any recalls?
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. No recall campaigns are recorded, and no park-outside or do-not-drive guidance has been issued for this model year.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In, filed against the Electrical System. This is an unverified consumer allegation reported to NHTSA and has not been confirmed as a defect. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths were alleged.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In?
Any used example of the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In should be checked by VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm no open recalls have been added after the original vehicle sale.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2020 model year, and no park-outside or do-not-drive guidance has been issued by NHTSA.
- One unverified owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA against the Electrical System, with no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths attached to that report.
- The Clean burden band reflects the minimal recall and complaint footprint in NHTSA records but is not a crash-safety grade and should not be read as one.
FAQ2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In safety questions
Was the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In 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 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In 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 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In. 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 Plug-In 2020.
- 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.