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2020 Hyundai NEXO maintenance schedule

The 2020 NEXO is part of the FE generation (2019-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2020 NEXO needs, and when

1 of these 3 items comes from Hyundai's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Hyundai's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Cabin air filter

Helps provide cleaner air inside cabin

15,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Brake fluid

Replaced to support ESC and ABS operation

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
EV coolant loops

Dedicated fuel cell coolant inspection required

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Coolant
Low-conductivity Fuel Cell Coolant

Powertrains in this generation

  • Fuel cell (Electric Motor (hydrogen fuel cell)), Single-speed reduction gear, FWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA recalls for the 2020 Hyundai NEXO

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Hyundai dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion system

NHTSA 24V761000

October 2024

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.

Remedy: 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

NHTSA 22V258000

April 2022

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.

Remedy: 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

NHTSA 20V748000

December 2020

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.

Remedy: 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

NHTSA 20V213000

April 2020

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.

Remedy: 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.

Other NEXO model years

FE (2019-2026)

20192020202120222023202420252026

Shopping new? The Hyundai NEXO guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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