2020 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson. Part of Generation 3 — 2016–2021.

20192021
Complaints
214
per 10K Sold
17.3
US Sales
123,657
Crashes
5
Fires
3
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#160 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:76,671 mi
Fires:1
#225 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:4,076 mi
#317 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:50,505 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson.

Engine Problems
60
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
76,671
Brakes
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,076
Electrical Faults
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50,505
Hydraulic Brakes
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,714
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
5,700
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
50,000
Back Over Prevention:Display Function
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
350
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Key/Sender
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Bulbs
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Autohold Brake System/Brake Hold:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2020 Hyundai Tucson

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~652,024 vehicles.

20V543000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~652,024 affected

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 cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

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2020 Hyundai Tucson — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2020 Hyundai Tucson has 214 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 60 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Tucson?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (60 complaints, avg 76,671 mi); Brakes (25 complaints, avg 4,076 mi); Electrical Faults (17 complaints, avg 50,505 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Hyundai Tucson?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,573 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Hyundai Tucson?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson include 5 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2020 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 652,024 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2020 Hyundai Tucson?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Tucson reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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