Hyundai Ioniq AE-FL
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Generations
Engine Overview
The Hyundai Ioniq AE-FL is available with 2 engine variants — from 105 to 204 hp.
The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid (Petrol Hybrid, 141 PS) has the G4LE (1.6L GDi Hybrid (Smartstream)) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Hyundai Permanentmagnet-Synchronmotor (Electric, 136 PS) has the EM10 (Permanentmagnet-Synchronmotor) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 13 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Ioniq AE-FL (2019–2022).
Ioniq (G4LE, 2019–2022) — Be Careful: Hybrid Battery Cooling Fails at High Ambient Temperature, GDI Direct Injection Causes Intake Valve Carbon Buildup, Elevated Oil Consumption from Piston Ring Tolerances. Power: 105 PS.
Ioniq (EM10, 2019–2022) — Be Careful: Electric motor bearing wear from electrical current, 12V battery discharge, Traction battery capacity loss from DC fast charging. Power: 136 PS.
What to watch out for with the Hyundai Ioniq? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee