NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Hyundai Ioniq Safety Record
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 16 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq, the federal record offers no crash-test data. This model year was not evaluated by NHTSA, leaving it without an official Safety Index score or star ratings. The available information indicates a single recall campaign and 16 owner complaints. This limited data set provides neither an endorsement of safety nor a specific caution; it simply reflects the absence of federal crash-test assessments for the 2019 Ioniq.
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 16 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq?
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq presents a concerning ratio of crash and injury reports within its complaint volume. Of the 16 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA, five allege a crash and four allege an injury. This is a significant proportion, particularly given the total complaint volume. The leading complaint category, Vehicle Speed Control, accounts for six of these 16 filings. Two complaints specifically cite Forward Collision Avoidance, a feature set in the Ioniq. This model year registered only one federal safety recall, addressing rear wheel lug nut torque. The overall recall and complaint volume places the Ioniq in the "Light burden" band, indicating a low volume relative to other vehicles in the NHTSA dataset. No crash-test data is available for this specific model year, nor for any adjacent model years, preventing a structural safety assessment based on federal crash-test ratings.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq have any recalls?
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq carries one recall, covering the right-side rear wheel lug nuts, which may have been improperly torqued. Loose lug nuts can allow a wheel to separate while driving, a condition NHTSA considers a serious safety risk. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data on file, but owners should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the remedy has been completed.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS19V720000
Risk: A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.
Reported 2019-10-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq?
Sixteen complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2019 Ioniq. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently reported components are Vehicle Speed Control (6 reports), Electrical System (4 reports), Service Brakes (3 reports), and Engine (3 reports). Five of the 16 reports allege a crash, and four allege an injury.
16 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq?
A notable concern for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq centers on its wheel lug nut recall. Prospective owners should verify that this recall has been addressed by checking the vehicle's 17-digit VIN against the NHTSA recall database. The responsibility for resolving any outstanding recall transfers with the vehicle itself, not with the seller.
- The 2019 Ioniq has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year.
- One recall is on file for this model year, targeting right-side rear wheel lug nuts that may not have been torqued to specification, a condition that can lead to wheel separation.
- Vehicle Speed Control is the single most reported complaint component, with six unverified consumer allegations filed, followed by Electrical System with four.
- Five of the 16 complaints on record allege a crash and four allege an injury, which shoppers should note even though all complaints are unverified allegations, not confirmed incidents.
FAQ2019 Hyundai Ioniq safety questions
Was the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq 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 1 recall and 16 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 16 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Hyundai Ioniq 2019.
- 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.