Recall 26V068 covers 27 2025-2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 9 SUVs with a loose battery bus bar. Free repair at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 27 2025-2026 Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 9 vehicles because an improperly tightened bus bar in the high voltage battery system can cause a short circuit. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire, and Hyundai dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The battery system assembly in the 2025-2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 9 is the high-voltage battery pack that stores and sends power to the propulsion system. Inside that pack, bus bars are metal conductors that connect battery circuits so current moves through the correct path. Those connections need precise clamp force because a loose electrical joint creates heat and resistance.
On affected vehicles, a bus bar inside the high-voltage battery system was not tightened correctly during production or rework. Hyundai traced the condition to reworked battery system assemblies that returned to the line after part of the automated torque confirmation process was bypassed. If the fastener is loose, the connection can short-circuit inside the battery system.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard message, noise, smell, or drivability symptom before the electrical fault occurs.
Who's affected?
Covers the Ioniq 5 across 2025 and 2026 and the Ioniq 9 for 2026, with the same high-voltage traction battery component listed for each.
| 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 27 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the short, so schedule the dealer inspection and repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free high-voltage battery inspection; the dealer tightens the bus bar retention bolts and replaces the battery system assembly as necessary to fix the short-circuit risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you received one. If not, reference recall number 26V068 when you call.
- Call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
- Keep the repair appointment even if the vehicle drives normally; this recall concerns the high-voltage battery bus bar inside the traction battery system.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician inspects the high voltage battery bus bar retention bolts and tightens them if they are loose. If the inspection shows damage or a related battery-system issue, the technician replaces the battery system assembly. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid out of pocket for repairs tied to this recall condition, Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring repair invoices, receipts, and payment records to the service desk or contact Hyundai customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 5, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 7, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 3, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 6, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 6, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 6, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V068?
Recall 26V068 covers 27 2025-2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 vehicles with a high voltage battery bus bar that was not tightened properly. An electrical short in that battery system increases fire risk. Hyundai dealers will inspect and repair it for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V068. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and ask for recall 294. The dealer will inspect and tighten the bus bar retention bolts and replace the battery system assembly if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Hyundai's remedy states that dealers will perform the inspection, bus bar bolt tightening, and battery system assembly replacement if needed free of charge at a franchised Hyundai dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short in the high voltage battery system. The recall involves an improperly tightened bus bar inside the battery system. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair before relying on the vehicle for regular driving.
When were owners notified about this Hyundai recall?
Hyundai mailed owner notification letters on April 3, 2026. VINs became searchable on February 7, 2026. If you bought the vehicle used or did not receive a letter, check your VIN and give the dealer recall 294 when scheduling service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V068000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V068 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V068000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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