Model year 2021 · Large Cars, Midsize Cars
2021 Hyundai Ioniq: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq at 52–59 mpg combined (gas versions) and 133 MPGe combined with 170 miles of EPA-rated range across 4 versions. NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints for this model year.
Safety recalls
0
EPA combined mpg
52–59
NHTSA overall rating
—
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
NHTSA lists this vehicle as IONIQ ELECTRIC, IONIQ HYBRID, IONIQ PLUG-IN HYBRID.
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Hyundai dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2021 Hyundai Ioniq recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 0 safety recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq, newest first.
No recalls are listed for the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq in NHTSA's recall file as of Oct 27, 2026.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2021 Hyundai Ioniq fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination; electric figures are in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City/Hwy/Comb | Electric range | Fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ioniq | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic 6-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 54/56/55 mpg | — | $1,200 | 162 |
| Ioniq Blue | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic 6-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 58/60/59 mpg | — | $1,150 | 151 |
| Ioniq Electric | Electric (100 kW AC PMSM) | Single-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 145/121/133 MPGe | 170 mi 25.4 kWh/100 mi | $550 | 0 |
| Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic 6-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity / Electricity | 52/51/52 mpg 119 MPGe on electricity | 29 mi | $1,300 | 74 |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2021 Hyundai Ioniq crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Tested vehicle | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk | Forward collision warning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Hyundai Ioniq EV 4 DR FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | — | Standard |
| 2021 Hyundai Ioniq HEV 4 DR FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | — | Standard |
| 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | — | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2021 Hyundai Ioniq owner complaints
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq, most recently on Jul 16, 2026. 0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
| Component named in complaints | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 9 |
| Forward collision avoidance: Adaptive cruise control | 5 |
| Service brakes | 5 |
| Unknown or other | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 |
| Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera | 1 |
| Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery | 1 |
| Electrical system: Adas: Parking assist: Sensors | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 |
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.
Other Hyundai Ioniq model years
| Year | Combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ioniq | 52–59 mpg | 0 | 27 | — |
| 2020 Ioniq | 52–58 mpg · 133 MPGe | 1 | 31 | — |
| 2019 Ioniq | 52–58 mpg · 136 MPGe | 2 | 33 | — |
| 2018 Ioniq | 52–58 mpg · 136 MPGe | 3 | 17 | — |
| 2017 Ioniq | 55–58 mpg · 136 MPGe | 5 | 51 | — |
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Sources
- Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
- Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
- Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
- Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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