2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 24 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
7 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing sensors.
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Two different scenarios with this cruise control are problems with this vehicle. When it is raining the system with the cruise control does not work and the shop told me it happens with other vehicles. A warning light appears when this happens.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-05-25
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the auto-hold warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-08
06/08/21 first day I brought my new car Hyundai Ioniq 2021 model at Hyundai Lincolnwood. After use the car about 2 months, the engine light has been showing up that something wrong about the auto hold and EPB.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-25
Service brakes
3 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Auto brake fault has been a constant issue with this 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-06
On a recurring basis, the warning lights come on forâAUTO HOLDâ and âEPBâ or emergency parking brake. Car continually beeps and gives warning until car is reset.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-13
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 13 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 13 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Engine
1 of 13 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.