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
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2020 Hyundai nexo at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints7
Combined57 mpg

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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…

Fuel System, Other:delivery 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 7 Oct 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.

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 free.

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.