Hyundai iX35: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 13,690 Hyundai iX35 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2010 and 2025.
In a sample of 398 cars, 75.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is position light not working (properly) (21.1% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 4 recalls for this model; 41.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.9% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Position light not working (properly) | 21.1% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 20.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 17.6% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 14.6% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 14.6% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 14.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 12.6% |
| Steering ball joint has too much play | 10.6% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.5% |
Share of 398 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 16.6% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 9% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 3.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 13,690 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 41.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2010 to 2025 |
All Hyundai iX35 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-04 | electrical system | serious | 16,195 |
| 2024-10-16 | electrical system | – | 8,184 |
| 2022-11-08 | electrical system | – | 1,041 |
| 2014-04-09 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 4,198 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Hyundai iX35 fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 75.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Hyundai iX35?
The most common APK defects are: position light not working (properly) (21.1%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (20.6%), tyre tread depth insufficient (17.6%).
Does the Hyundai iX35 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 4 recalls. 41.5% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Hyundai models
i10 · Kona · i20 · Tucson · i30 · iX20 · Getz · Atos-Prime · IONIQ5 · Ioniq · Inster · Santa Fe · Matrix · Bayon · IONIQ6
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.