This page covers 1 recall, 160 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson.
23–25 mpg combined
9.4–10.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Owners of the 2020 Hyundai Tucson report problems centered heavily on the engine, with excessive oil consumption being the most common theme. Many owners describe needing to add a quart or more of oil between regular oil changes, with some reporting consumption rates as high as two quarts per thousand miles. This ongoing oil loss has led to related issues in several cases, including catalytic converter damage and, in some instances, engine stalling or complete engine failure. Brake complaints make up the second-largest group, though the reports there are less concentrated around a single symptom. Electrical system issues round out the top three reported systems. The oil consumption pattern is the clearest thread running through this model year's complaints, with owners frequently discovering low oil levels on the dipstick well before their next scheduled service interval.
160
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit can corrode internally, causing an electrical short that may start an engine compartment fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the HECU fuse and update ESC software on 2019-2021 models at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
