2020 Hyundai Tucson - Maintenance & Specs
The 2020 Hyundai Tucson belongs to a Hyundai Tucson lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 10 model years, from 2017 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.0L, 2.4L, 2.0L I4 / 2.4L I4. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (s6). The 2020 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2017) and later (2026) Tucson model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 4.8 qt with a new filter meeting API SP. Fluid specs on file include Long Life coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, SP-IV transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 26 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around engine (45), service brakes, hydraulic (16), unknown or other (15). A representative report reads: "In August/September 2025 my mother's Tucson would randomly shut down on her (completely stall while driving) and she would not be able to turn it back on. If..." There is 1 safety recall on record; one covers: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 23 city / 28 highway MPG, 25 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,750.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.8 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| Oil filter | Fram XG7317 |
| EPA combined | 25 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Long Life |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 1 |
| Technical service bulletins | 79 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.