TransmissionMedium
Dual-clutch hesitation and judder on hybrid models
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Drive in slow traffic from cold
2020 Hyundai Ioniq problems
A 2020 Hyundai Ioniq is now 6 years old, so an average example has covered around 81,000 miles. A mid-run car · most launch faults had been addressed by this point, and wear items are the main risk at this age. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2020 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq is 6 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 81,000 miles. At that mileage 1 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.
Faults a 2020 example has usually reached
Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~81k miles an average 2020 car has covered.
Faults that appear at any mileage
Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.
BatteryHigh
Traction battery health variation, particularly on ex-private-hire cars
- Typically appears
- Any
- What to inspect
- Run a state-of-health check and review charging history
BrakesMedium
Rear disc corrosion from regenerative braking
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Inspect the rear discs carefully
ElectricalMedium
12V battery faults causing multiple warning lights
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Test the 12V battery before diagnosing anything else
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Check this exact carHyundai Ioniq · frequently asked questions
Are ex-taxi Ioniqs a problem?
Not mechanically, but the interior needs work and the battery needs a documented health check.
Which version is easiest to sell?
The self-charging hybrid. It suits buyers who cannot charge at home.
Does the warranty transfer?
Hyundai's warranty transfers with the car when servicing is up to date, which is a strong selling point.