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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 problems

A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is now a year old, so an average example has covered around 13,500 miles. The final model year of the generation · generally the most sorted build, so mileage, servicing and condition matter more than build-year faults. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2025 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.

Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team

Quick answer

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a year old, so an average example has covered roughly 13,500 miles. At that mileage most documented faults are still ahead of it, so servicing evidence matters more than wear. A further 2 typically appear later in the car's life.

Faults that appear at any mileage

Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.

ElectricalMedium

Infotainment and instrument cluster software glitches requiring updates

Typically appears
Age-related
What to inspect
Check the car has the latest software update and test all screens for freezing
InteriorLow

Dashboard and door trim rattles on rough roads

Typically appears
Age-related
What to inspect
Drive over rough surfaces and listen for interior rattles
BodyworkLow

Panoramic sunroof wind noise and seal issues

Typically appears
Age-related
What to inspect
Check for wind noise around the sunroof at motorway speed if fitted

Faults still ahead of this car

Typically appear later than this year's average mileage · worth budgeting for rather than inspecting.

ElectricalMedium

12V battery drain issues on early production cars

Typically appears
20,000+ miles
What to inspect
Check the 12V battery health and ask about any history of failed starts
SuspensionMedium

Rear suspension knocking from worn bushes

Typically appears
40,000+ miles
What to inspect
Check for knocking noises over speed bumps at the rear

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 · frequently asked questions

Is the Ioniq 5 reliable?

Yes, it has a strong reliability record, with most issues being minor software glitches.

Should I check the 12V battery?

Yes, early cars had some 12V drain issues, so checking its health is a sensible precaution.

Is battery degradation a concern?

Battery health is generally strong under the manufacturer warranty, but a health check report is still worthwhile.

Are there any structural concerns?

None significant, though checking for panoramic sunroof wind noise is worthwhile if fitted.

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