Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA)
Hyundai/Kia · 2.0L GDI I4
2011–2020
"Piston ring defect causes oil consumption and potential engine seizure. Massive recall. Rod bearing failures. Avoid."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 1
Rod bearing failure — Engine Litigation II
▸Engine knock, seizure, fire risk
Covered in Engine Litigation II (secondary lawsuit after Theta II). Same root cause.
AVOID entirely. Not safe for Greek market purchase.
Models with Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA) 2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA) reliable?
The Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA) scores 30/100 with a verdict of AVOID. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €4,000 and €15,000.
What are the common problems with the Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA)?
The most common issues are:
- Rod bearing failure — Engine Litigation II — critical, repair cost €4,000–€15,000, 50,000 km–130,000 km
What cars use the Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA)?
The Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA) is found in:
- Tucson (2015–2021)
- Sportage 2.0 GDI (2015–2021)
How much does it cost to repair the Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA)?
Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €4,000 to €15,000. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA) produced?
The Hyundai/Kia Nu 2.0 GDI (G4NA) was produced from 2011 to 2020. It is a 1999cc I4 petrol na engine.
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