2015 Hyundai Tucson brakes problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

66 owners have reported brakes problems with the 2015 Hyundai Tucson, 37% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 78,750 mi.

Brakes complaints
66
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Injuries
3
Related recalls
1
Median mileage
78,750 mi

Specific components reported

Brakes covers: Service brakes (hydraulic, electric, air), ABS and parking brake.

ComponentComplaints
Service brakes, hydraulic52
Service brakes14
Service brakes, air:antilock:abs warning light1

Brakes complaints across Hyundai Tucson years

42006222008727201131392013506620154539201739117201944122021341920231639202515
Brakes complaints by model year. The 2015 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

Under 10k10k–30k130k–60k760k–100k1100k–150k1150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 22V056000Feb 3, 2022357,348 vehiclesPark outside
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

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

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.

What owners say

  1. Filed Jul 9, 2026118,000 miTXTowedBrakesEngine
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The engine turned over but failed to restart. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic shop and then to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine seized; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The dealer advised that there was no…
    NHTSA complaint #11749344 · source
  2. Filed Jun 22, 2024PABrakesElectrical SystemEngine
    Bought the vehicle as is with "1 owner, who was older" drove it off the lot and rest drove it, at 57,000 miles. Perfect...that was november 2023.. 3 days later my car was a little low on gas due to they didn't fill it and I left it be, started it drove about 15 miles and it starts sputtering and almost stalls out. Now here I am in June and beginning of June I hear ticking under hood, thinking it's my oil, I changed it (myself) and here it is 3 weeks later oil keeps burning…
    NHTSA complaint #11595845 · source
  3. Filed Dec 19, 202273,000 miLA1 injuredBrakes
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. A chemical odor was detected coming through the air vents…
    NHTSA complaint #11498116 · source
  4. Filed Oct 31, 2022NJBrakesOther / UnknownWheels & Tires
    I called Wayne Mazda on 9/7/22 to make an appointment to fix this brake recall and to have my car serviced. I was given an appointment for January 17, 2023, which is 4 months later. I called several times to try and get a current appointment and was denied each time, so I contacted Hyundai and filed a complaint. My case number is 20485596. Also my dashboard light showing low tire pressure stays on, even though AAA came and filled the tires. We are seniors and my husband is…
    NHTSA complaint #11491592 · source
  5. Filed Oct 21, 202296,000 miTXCrash1 injuredTowedBrakes
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving in stop and go traffic, the braking system malfunctioned. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the pedal extended to the floor causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of a second vehicle. During the failure, the contact sustained an injured left forearm from the air bag deployment. No medical attention was required. A police report was filed at the scene…
    NHTSA complaint #11490268 · source
  6. Filed Oct 11, 2022CAFireTowedBrakes
    The contact owned a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH with her son in the front passenger seat and her daughter in the rear seats, she heard an abnormal sound coming from underneath the hood. The contact veered to the side of the road and exited the vehicle along with her children. The contact saw flames of fire underneath the hood of the vehicle. The contact stated that the fire extended and burned the entire vehicle. There were no physical…
    NHTSA complaint #11488787 · source
  7. Filed Sep 19, 2022TXBrakes
    The contact owned a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list as she no longer owns the vehicle. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.
    NHTSA complaint #11485245 · source
  8. Filed Sep 16, 2022FLBrakes
    The contact's father-in-law owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact's father-in-law received three interim recall notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). However, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and a case was opened. The contact…
    NHTSA complaint #11484860 · source
  9. Filed Sep 13, 2022WIBrakes
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts…
    NHTSA complaint #11484189 · source
  10. Filed Aug 23, 2022CABrakes
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and a case was opened. The contact had…
    NHTSA complaint #11480852 · source
  11. Filed Aug 23, 2022KYBrakes
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
    NHTSA complaint #11480754 · source
  12. Filed Aug 23, 2022LABrakes
    The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect
    NHTSA complaint #11480752 · source

Other 2015 Hyundai Tucson problem areas

  • Engine (94)
  • Other / Unknown (19)
  • Transmission & Drivetrain (13)
  • Electrical System (11)
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (9)
  • Body & Structure (7)
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control (4)
  • Steering (3)
  • Airbags (2)
  • Wheels & Tires (2)
  • Lighting (1)
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (1)
  • Seats & Seat Belts (1)

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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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology