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Hyundai Nexo FE

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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1.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

Engine Overview

The Hyundai Nexo FE is available with one engine variant at 163 hp.

Brennstoffzellen-Stack · Wasserstoff· 163 PS
2018 2026
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
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The Hyundai Brennstoffzellen-Stack (Wasserstoff, 163 PS) has the Hyundai-FCEV (Brennstoffzellen-Stack) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: fuel cell stack defective

Hyundai recalled approximately 15,000 Nexo examples worldwide due to defective fuel cell stacks. Defective stacks can cause complete drivetrain failure. Repair costs outside warranty are very high.

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●Incomplete refuelling

The hydrogen tank cannot be filled completely if the station has been used by multiple vehicles beforehand. The H2 compressed to 700 bar must first cool down before the tank can be fully refilled.

Symptoms: Reduced range after refuelling, refuelling session ends prematurely, fill level does not show 100%
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
18 complaints · 2018–2026
Fuel System
10
Other
4
Engine
4
Electrical
3
Brakes
2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Fuel System (10 complaints)
⚠ Other (4 complaints)
⚠ Engine (4 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 9 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Nexo FE (2018–2026) — 6 engine-related and 3 vehicle-related. One problem engine: Hyundai-FCEV (Brennstoffzellen-Stack). Typical issues affect Other, Electronics.

Nexo (Hyundai-FCEV, 2018–2026) — Stay Away!: Fuel cell stack premature failure, Fuel cell stack failure (recall), Energy management system fault. Power: 163 PS.

What to watch out for with the Hyundai Nexo? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Hyundai Nexo FE have? +
The Hyundai Nexo FE has 6 known engine weaknesses and 3 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Hyundai Nexo FE? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
None of the available engines are rated 'Good Choice'. Stay away! The most fun to drive is the Hyundai-FCEV (Brennstoffzellen-Stack). Problem engine: Hyundai-FCEV (Brennstoffzellen-Stack) — stay away!
Which Hyundai Nexo FE engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Hyundai Nexo FE — rated: "Decent". {description} The Nexo is a hydrogen pioneer — technically fascinating, but absolutely not a driving machine.
Is the Hyundai Nexo FE worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Hyundai Nexo FE — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Hyundai Nexo FE? +
The Hyundai Nexo FE is available with engine variants from 163 to 163 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee