2020 Hyundai Tucson
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 185 |
| 2006 | 135 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 124 |
| 2012 | 255 |
| 2013 | 266 |
| 2014 | 201 |
| 2015 | 226 |
| 2016 | 1617 |
| 2017 | 1084 |
| 2018 | 394 |
| 2019 | 377 |
| 2020 | 175 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 379 |
| 2023 | 132 |
| 2024 | 94 |
| 2025 | 278 |
| 2026 | 59 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
40% of complaints: engine — 70 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
My adult son was driving and under the hood started to smoke. He pulled over and opened the hood to take a look and then a fire started under the hood!
NHTSA ODI report, 20251114
The engine lost power while driving, and the vehicle entered a reduced-power mode. The check engine light began flashing, and the engine made a loud knocking noise during acceleration.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260728
High excessive oil consumption and premature piston ring failure leading to excessive oil consumption
NHTSA ODI report, 20260723
25% of complaints: service brakes — 43 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing key/sender.
7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
5% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Proceeding with flow of traffic, Southbound on a 2 lane st, I was in the curb lane. A truck exiting interstate ran through, at approx 50-60 MPH, a red light. Initial contact was made on passenger side front and rear door.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220224
Also filed under AIR BAGS
SAFETY TIMELINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge.
Campaign 20V543000 — check if this car was fixed
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BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Hyundai Tucson — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (70 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (43 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V543000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Hyundai Tucson is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Tucson?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Tucson have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.