Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2020 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA data on file today
The 2020 Hyundai Tucson has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 179 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #20V543000 ABS Unit may cause Engine Compartment Fire NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 73 complaints
- Unknown or Other 28 complaints
- Service Brakes 26 complaints
- Electrical System 19 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 17 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 13 complaints
Of the 179 complaints on file, 5 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 179 complaints, owners report 5 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2020 Hyundai Tucson shows a moderate number of owner complaints and just one recall, indicating average reliability. Engine and brake issues are the most common concerns, suggesting these components may require attention. Limited recall data implies these problems may not be widespread, although potential costs associated with repairs could affect ownership expenses over five years.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 60,000–100,000 miles | $1,000–$5,000 | common |
| Service brakes | 50,000–90,000 miles | $300–$1,200 | common |
| Electrical system | Unknown | $200–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Tire rotations
- Brake inspections
- Coolant flushes
- Transmission fluid changes
- Battery tests
- Spark plug replacements
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Brake warning lights
- Electrical failures
- Reduced braking efficiency
- Warning lights on dash
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.