2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V482)
Hyundai Motor America · 10 vehicles · Reported July 23, 2025
Hyundai Motor America is recalling 10 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit. An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire. Park outside and away from buildings until it is repaired.
Recall 25V482 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V482000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 280 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | July 23, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Vehicles | 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 |
| Units affected | 10 |
| Build dates | June 12, 2025 to June 13, 2025 |
| Component | Electrical System > Propulsion System > Traction Battery |
| Safety risk | An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 in recall 25V482?
The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
Is it safe to drive a 2025 Ioniq 5 with recall 25V482?
Park it outside. NHTSA lists a fire risk for recall 25V482, so keep the vehicle away from buildings until it is repaired.
NHTSA lists this as a Park Outside recall because of a fire risk. Park the vehicle outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, even if you have not noticed any problem.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V482?
Recall 25V482 covers 10 vehicles: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5.
NHTSA lists 10 vehicles in this campaign, built June 12, 2025 to June 13, 2025. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hyundai | Ioniq 5 |
What is the fix for the Ioniq 5 high-voltage battery recall?
Yes. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is complete.
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect and repair the high voltage battery system, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 280.
When was recall 25V482 announced?
Hyundai Motor America reported recall 25V482 to NHTSA on July 23, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 25, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | First affected vehicle built (per Hyundai Motor America's filing). |
| June 13, 2025 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| July 23, 2025 | Hyundai Motor America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V482000. |
| August 25, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 14 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 1 days. If your Ioniq 5 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Ioniq 5 is part of recall 25V482?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V482 is open on your Ioniq 5, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 25V482000 is open on your Ioniq 5, it will be listed there, along with Hyundai recall number 280. You can also ask any Hyundai dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Ioniq 5 owners do about recall 25V482?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V482000 applies to your Ioniq 5.
- Park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Hyundai dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any traction battery symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Ioniq 5 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 297 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 226 of them about the ev and hybrid battery.
Since recall 25V482 was reported on July 23, 2025, owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA about the ev and hybrid battery on these vehicles. 13 of them (6%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the ev and hybrid battery and were received on or after July 23, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related ev and hybrid battery issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 297 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 226 of them involve the ev and hybrid battery. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5: 297 complaints in total, 226 about the ev and hybrid battery
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
These cars still have problems keeping the 12v charged. Car was leased on Jan 19. 12v first died on Feb 15, took it to dealer where they trickle charged it. 12v died again on Feb 18, dealer replaced the 12v. The 12v died again on Mar 11 and is still at dealer service center.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11649366, filed March 19, 2025
The vehicle was charging to 100% and once it reached 81%, jumped to 100% and stopped charging. Two days later, the vehicle populated an error “Battery Management System”. The vehicle was checked in to a dealer and it was confirmed that there was a faulty cell, and the high voltage battery must be replaced.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11672967, filed July 11, 2025
2025 “EV Battery Electronic Coolant Pump” issue tied to U1118 error message failed at 1072 miles. Dashboard flashed warning messages and A/C cooling failed.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11674904, filed July 20, 2025
Can recall 25V482 make my Ioniq 5 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V482000 does not automatically make your Ioniq 5 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Battery and electric drive repairs are among the slowest repairs in the industry. A 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 waiting on a battery module or drive unit can sit at the dealer for weeks, and every day counts toward the 30-day figure in California's lemon law presumption.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
Recall repairs depend on parts. Owners can wait days, weeks or months, usually about one to three months in our cases, and those days count toward California's 30-day out-of-service rule.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V482
Did the recall 25V482 fix work?
Since recall 25V482 was reported on July 23, 2025, owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA about the ev and hybrid battery on these vehicles. 13 of them (6%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 25, 2025.
Is the 25V482000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Ioniq 5 is part of recall 25V482000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Can a battery recall reduce my EV's range?
Some battery recalls limit the state of charge or range until a module or pack is replaced. Check your owner letter for any interim limits, and keep notes if range or charging changes after the repair.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V482000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Hyundai. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.