Fuel/propulsion system
Park outsideRisk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2023 Hyundai Nexo, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 24V-761 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 4, 2026. Updated daily.
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Nexo median. How we score
2023 Hyundai Nexo SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle has a material operability limitation related to its fuel/propulsion system that was not disclosed at the time of sale. After purchase, the vehicle’s real-world operation is materially restricted due to fuel availability and system limitations that prevent reliable use as represented.…
Vehicle: 2023 Hyundai Nexo Limited VIN: [XXX] Mileage at failure: ~12,077 Location: California What is the problem? After Hyundai performed Safety Recall 269 (thermally-activated pressure relief device) on my vehicle, the vehicle developed a hydrogen leak and was declared unsafe. Hyundai advised…
The vehicle uses hydrogen fuel which is stored in three high pressure cylinders. Any fires or damage to the vehicle that affects the fuel system can result in an explosion. During a recent recall, customers were recommended not to park near structures because the car can explode and cause property…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.