Hyundai Ioniq 9 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 5, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2025–2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9, Ioniq 5

Recall number

26V068000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 27 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 294. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.