Model year guide

2020 Hyundai nexo

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Hyundai nexo is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2020 Hyundai nexo — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2020 Hyundai nexo at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints7
Combined57 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Hyundai nexo recalls 4

Fuel/propulsion System NHTSA Campaign #24V761000 · manufacturer #269 · 11/10/2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Nexo vehicles. The thermally activated pressure relief device (TPRD) may break and cause a hydrogen gas leak, which can result in a fire while parked.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the TPRD, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 8, 2024. Final owner notification letters will be mailed in phases…

Electrical System:propulsion System:fuel Cell NHTSA Campaign #22V258000 · manufacturer #225 · 14/04/2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Nexo vehicles. The hydrogen gas detection sensors may fail to detect leaks in the hydrogen gas delivery system.

Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the hydrogen gas detection sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #20V748000 · manufacturer #199 · 01/12/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #20V213000 · manufacturer #191 · 09/04/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Nexo and Sonata vehicles. The Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) software may fail to prevent vehicle movement upon detection of an RSPA system malfunction.

Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RSPA software, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 191.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2020 Hyundai nexo common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Other
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2020 Hyundai nexo MPG & running costs

Combined57 mpg
City59 mpg
Highway54 mpg
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range354 mi
Passenger volume101 cu ft
Cargo volume30 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,000 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Dimensions & weight

Length
183.9 in
Width
73.2 in
Height
64.6 in
Wheelbase
109.8 in
Curb weight
4,059 lb
Front track
63.4 in
Rear track
63.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2020 Hyundai nexo. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 34

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 34.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not suppl…

Bulletin DTN DL · Air Bags · Apr 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been iden…

Bulletin DTN DCS · Air Bags · Apr 2026

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lam…

Bulletin 25-BD-012H TSB · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connectio…

Bulletin 25-01-024H-1 TSB · Electrical System · May 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon's communication network. If you are experiencing issues with remote commands, or other…

Bulletin 25-01-024H EM · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reestablish the connectio…

Bulletin 25-01-024H TSB · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated…

Bulletin 24-BD-001H · Visibility, Visibility/wiper · Feb 2024

This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

Bulletin 23-EM-005H · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2023

Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the…

Bulletin 23-BD-007H · Structure · Apr 2023

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lam…

Bulletin 23-BD-002H · Visibility · Jan 2023

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the NEXO FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai nexo. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

Issue: On certain vehicles, the safety valve for the hydrogen fuel system may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the valve could fail and cause a hydrogen fuel leak. Safety Risk: A hydrogen fuel leak can create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. Corrective Action: To reduce the safety risk, Hyundai advises that you should park yo…

Transport Canada #2024603 · Oct 2024

Label

Issue: On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words listed on the label for "Tires", "Rims", "Front" and "Rear" appear in English only, when they should be listed as "Tires/Pneus", "Rims/Jantes", "Front/Avant" and "Rear/Arriere". Canadian regulations require this information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safet…

Transport Canada #2024552 · Sep 2024

Fuel System

Issue: Over time, the sensors to detect a hydrogen gas leak may degrade (and not work properly). If this happens, and there is a hydrogen fuel leak, the driver warning light may not turn on. Safety Risk: An undetected hydrogen fuel leak can create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked. Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take…

Transport Canada #2022192 · Apr 2022

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, an abnormal sensor signal to the Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system could cause a sudden reduction in braking performance. If this happens, a brake warning light will turn on in the instrument cluster. Safety Risk: Reduced brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Hyundai will…

Transport Canada #2020593 · Dec 2020

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Hyundai nexo

The Hyundai Nexo is a hydrogen fuel cell powered crossover SUV that was revealed at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show on 8 January 2018. Replacing the Hyundai Tucson FCEV, the Nexo is the flagship for Hyundai's "eco car" portfolio. The car is named after the Danish city Nexø.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2020 Hyundai nexo trims & engines on record

Trims
Blue

2020 Hyundai nexo vehicles on record

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2020 Hyundai nexo — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai nexo have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai nexo. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai nexo?

Across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, power train, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai nexo get?

The 2020 Hyundai nexo has a U.S. EPA estimate of 57 mpg combined (59 city / 54 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.