Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 11 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 5 complaints
- Power Train 4 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
- Seat Belts 2 complaints
- Unknown or Other 2 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 2 complaints
Of the 11 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 11 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid receives an average reliability rating, with notable issues in the powertrain and electrical systems, but no major safety recalls. With routine maintenance and awareness of common failures, it should serve owners reliably.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| powertrain | 60,000–90,000 miles | $1,000–$1,500 | common |
| electrical system | 50,000–70,000 miles | $200–$800 | common |
| seat belts | 30,000–60,000 miles | $150–$300 | occasional |
| vehicle speed control | 70,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 5,000 miles
- Battery check every 15,000 miles
- Brake inspection annually
- Tire rotation every 5,000 miles
- Coolant system check every 30,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Powertrain noises or shudders
- Electrical malfunctions or warning lights
- Unusual seat belt operations
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.