2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid: 2 recalls, 13 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Hybrid system Vehicle recall #18V704000 · 2018 · 10,575 vehicles
What's wrong: The main relay within the power relay assembly (pra) May have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
Why it matters: The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the pra, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power relay assembly (pra) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the pra will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019.
Hybrid system Vehicle recall #22V459000 · 2022 · 10,575 vehicles
What's wrong: The power relay assembly (pra) located underneath the rear seat May overheat.
Why it matters: An overheated pra increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the main relay or pra, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), door / lock issues (2).
- Engine (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (3): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (3), warning light on (2).
The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid has 13 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 6 Ioniq Hybrid model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 21). Complaints peaked in 2018 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 2,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (42 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (16 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (3), electrical (3), engine (3).
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