Does the 2020 Hyundai Nexo have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Nexo, the most recent reported on October 11, 2024 (Fuel/propulsion system, Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly, pressure relief devices). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (5 complaints), followed by engine (2).

How many 2020 Hyundai Nexo complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 Hyundai Nexo recalls and problems

4 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Hyundai Nexo.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2020 Hyundai Nexo recalls

Fuel/propulsion system · Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly, pressure relief devices

NHTSA campaign 24V761000 · reported October 11, 2024 · Hyundai Motor America · 1,545 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
The 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, beginning January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Service at 800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 269.

Electrical system: propulsion system, fuel cell · Fuel system, other: delivery

NHTSA campaign 22V258000 · reported April 14, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 922 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: A hydrogen gas leak can increase the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
The 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 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 225.

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, electric, control module, software

NHTSA campaign 20V748000 · reported December 1, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · 8,176 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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 · reported April 9, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · 11,870 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel/propulsion system5
Engine2
Power train2
Electrical system1
Fuel system, other1
Unknown or other1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 16, 2025 · Engine
Hyundai sells Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell vehicles with known Fuel Cell stack issues, leading to severe safety issues from sudden power loss when driving, especially when overtaking and driving on highways and/or uphill. The power loss issue was diagnosed to originate from a fuel-cell stack failure, one of the Nexo’s main…

Jun 30, 2025 · Fuel system, other
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Nexo. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V761000000 (Fuel system, Other, Fuel/Propulsion System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…

Dec 9, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system
PLEASE SEE ATTACH FOR DETAILS 1. Component or System Involved The Fuel Cell System and Accelerator Pedal Control System are suspected to have malfunctioned. The issue is characterized by the vehicle's failure to respond to input from the accelerator pedal, particularly at speeds between 45-65 mph, which may be linked…

Aug 1, 2022 · Engine
I received a safety recall on this car via mail. I brought it to the dealership service center in van nuys, ca, to which they said no recall currently exists on this car. A month later, I’m now experiencing a sensor of the fuel cell system failure. In addition, the CarPlay function on my car has not been working for 2…

Feb 18, 2022 · Unknown or other
The city I live is located on top of a hill/low mountain. When I drive uphill by following speed limits to my home the car often can't keep recommended speed (45 mph). The speed drops significantly(can go even 25 mph) and unpredictable. At the beginning I believe the car was able to keep the speed but it slowly…

Nexo model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2019	4	3
2020	4	7
2021	2	5
2022	1	1
2023	1	6

All Hyundai Nexo years →

Questions

Does the 2020 Hyundai Nexo have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Nexo, the most recent reported on October 11, 2024 (Fuel/propulsion system, Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly, pressure relief devices). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Nexo?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (5 complaints), followed by engine (2).
How many 2020 Hyundai Nexo complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 16, 2025.