NHTSA data · free2020 Hyundai TucsonProblems: Top Complaints, Recalls & Failures (NHTSA)
Every owner complaint and safety recall the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has on file for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson, ranked by the component that failed most.
Complaints on file
176
Recalls issued
1
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
2
What breaks most
- Engine71 complaints · 40.3%
- Service Brakes44 complaints · 25%
- Electrical System19 complaints · 10.8%
- Hydraulic17 complaints · 9.7%
- Forward Collision Avoidance12 complaints · 6.8%
Recalls on this model year
- Park outsideService Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
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. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and caus
Campaign 20V543000 · reported 04/09/2020 · recall work is free at any franchised dealer
What owners report
Engine
- The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while the vehicle was receiving a routine oil change, the contact was informed that the oil pan was empty. The contact was advised to ta
- 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. A diagnostic sc
- High excessive oil consumption and premature piston ring failure leading to excessive oil consumption
Service Brakes
- In August/September 2025 my mother's Tucson would randomly shut down on her (completely stall while driving) and she would not be able to turn it back on. If she waited a little while, then she would
- Component: Engine / Electrical System / Fuel System Incident Date: February 9th, 2026 Vehicle Speed: 45-50 MPH Description: While traveling at highway speeds on a major roadway, the vehicle experienc
- I have experienced 4 repeated issues within 4 months with my vehicle. Starting in September 2025 and the 4th and current issue today 1/12/26. Driving when all of a sudden all of my brake components la
Electrical System
- While driving on the expressway my car hit a bump and all the power from the vehicle was lost. I’ve been having issues with my car and have taking it to Hyundai dealership. Everytime I take it they ar
- On December 27, 2025, while driving, the engine suddenly lost power and the vehicle entered limp mode and became undriveable. A warning light appeared and diagnostic code P1326 was later confirmed, in
- I have experienced 4 repeated issues within 4 months with my vehicle. Starting in September 2025 and the 4th and current issue today 1/12/26. Driving when all of a sudden all of my brake components la
Hydraulic
- The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled and failed to accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning light was
- The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact smelled an abnormal odor and heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. Additio
- The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V543000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not ye
Forward Collision Avoidance
- In August/September 2025 my mother's Tucson would randomly shut down on her (completely stall while driving) and she would not be able to turn it back on. If she waited a little while, then she would
- I have experienced 4 repeated issues within 4 months with my vehicle. Starting in September 2025 and the 4th and current issue today 1/12/26. Driving when all of a sudden all of my brake components la
- Was told by dealership that forward camera assist is not functioning, but could not tell me why it failed all of a sudden. No accidents. $1586 to repair because no longer under warranty. Vehicle is on
Excerpts are anonymized owner complaints as filed with NHTSA, trimmed to 200 characters.
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