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P0420 on HYUNDAI TUCSON

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
12
Most Affected
2019, 2016, 2020

What P0420 Means on Your HYUNDAI TUCSON

Real HYUNDAI TUCSON Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Initial issues on vehicle presented in january 2021 with various check engine light codes including p0133. although vehicle passed emissions in 2020, various check engine codes for mass air flow sensor, oxygen sensors, misfire for various cylinders."

— 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 05/08/2021

"On [XXX], I purchased a 2016 Hyundai Tucson Sport, at the Landover-Jaguar South Hills dealer in Canonsburg, PA. On [XXX] the “check engine” light came on. Since I was 2 hours from home, I purchased a code reader to assess the issue. It read “A P0420 code”."

— 2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON owner • ENGINE • Filed 11/03/2024

"Hyundai dealership just gave me my vehicle back after having it for 3 months replacing the engine due to engine failure which a class action law suite was filed about."

— 2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 05/14/2022

"My 2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.6 liter is experiencing severe engine issues that closely mirror those subject to recent class action lawsuits. The engine exhibits excessive oil consumption. I have experienced a sudden loss of power on roadways in traffic as well as on the highway."

— 2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON owner • ENGINE • Filed 07/14/2025

"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the vehicle had been experiencing excessive oil consumption, and the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that while driving 25-30 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering."

— 2019 HYUNDAI TUCSON owner • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING • Filed 03/25/2025

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0420 on HYUNDAI TUCSON

41.7%
25%
8.3%
8.3%
8.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2005
1
2016
2
2017
1
2019
6
2020
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

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  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0420 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026