Hyundai Nexo Problems by Year
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai Nexo, across 6 model years (2019–2024). The 2020 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Hyundai Nexo years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Nexo model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2020 Nexo: 7 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2023 Nexo: 6 complaints, 1 recall
- 2021 Nexo: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Hyundai Nexo problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Hyundai Nexo model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Nexo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2023 Nexo | 6 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2022 Nexo | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2021 Nexo | 5 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2020 Nexo | 7 | 4 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2019 Nexo | 3 | 4 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Hyundai Nexo years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2020 (7), 2023 (6), 2021 (5). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Nexo?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 13 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Hyundai Nexo have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.