Hyundai Tucson problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 4,541 owner complaints and 28 recalls on file for the Hyundai Tucson (2005–2026). The 2016 Tucson has the most serious complaints, most often about body & structure.

Complaints
4,541
Recalls
28
Model years
22
Worst year
2016

Complaints by model year

1720052012200794200920532011101137201314817920151,06083720173583622019178792021385135202398286202563
NHTSA complaints per Hyundai Tucson model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Hyundai Tucson years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2016 Hyundai Tucson — 1,060 complaints, 6 crashes, 22 fires; top problem: Body & Structure
  2. 2017 Hyundai Tucson — 837 complaints, 9 crashes, 23 fires; top problem: Engine
  3. 2022 Hyundai Tucson — 385 complaints, 25 crashes, 4 fires; top problem: Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
  4. 2025 Hyundai Tucson — 286 complaints, 32 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
  5. 2019 Hyundai Tucson — 362 complaints, 13 crashes, 10 fires; top problem: Engine

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2009 (4 complaints).

Every Hyundai Tucson model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Tucson6314075Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2025 Tucson286321196Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2024 Tucson9812064Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2023 Tucson13512152Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2022 Tucson385254543Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2021 Tucson792371Engine
2020 Tucson1785251Engine
2019 Tucson362131091Engine
2018 Tucson35812891Engine
2017 Tucson83792363Engine
2016 Tucson1,06062245Body & Structure
2015 Tucson1793431Engine
2014 Tucson1480212Engine
2013 Tucson13711103Engine
2012 Tucson1012623Engine
2011 Tucson530245Brakes
2010 Tucson200124Brakes
2009 Tucson42001Airbags
2008 Tucson91321Engine
2007 Tucson121111Body & Structure
2006 Tucson201101Suspension
2005 Tucson171100Airbags

Most common Hyundai Tucson problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    1,933 complaints
  • Brakes
    647 complaints
  • Electrical System
    549 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    544 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    495 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    362 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    316 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    172 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    84 complaints
  • Lighting
    80 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Hyundai Tucson received by NHTSA each month.

Hyundai Tucson recalls

  • Recall 26V400000Jun 23, 202696,310 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026

    Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V316000May 18, 2026423,062 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026

    Risk: Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V254000Apr 20, 20262,931 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 26V047000Jan 26, 202641,651 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V893000Dec 18, 202551,587 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 25V809000Nov 20, 2025258 vehiclesModel years 2025

    Risk: Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 25V549000Aug 25, 202529 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

  • Recall 24V877000Nov 20, 202442,465 vehiclesModel years 2025

    Risk: A transmission that can shift out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V691000Sep 13, 202465 vehiclesModel years 2025

    Risk: Without the glove box label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

  • Recall 24V412000Jun 5, 2024795 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V651000Sep 22, 20231,649,478 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 23V556000Aug 4, 202330 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A label that incorrectly states spare tire pressure when there is no spare tire on-board may cause confusion during an emergency tire replacement, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 23V526000Jul 27, 202352,109 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

    Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 23V038000Jan 31, 202316,104 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V056000Feb 3, 2022357,348 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V938000Dec 2, 202112 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: Inoperative headlights or taillights can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V727000Sep 17, 202195,515 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V543000Sep 4, 2020652,024 vehiclesModel years 2016–2021

    Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

  • Recall 19V063000Feb 5, 2019120,000 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013

    Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V842000Nov 21, 20166,172 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017

    Risk: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V628000Aug 30, 201641,000 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V348000May 24, 201681,000 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V147000Mar 10, 20162,263 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the communication of the driver's intent, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V057000Jan 28, 201611,176 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V245000May 13, 2014137,500 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014

    Risk: An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.

Other Hyundai models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology