2016 Hyundai Tucson fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Oct 27, 2025NCFire1 injuredElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   As I was driving I was stopped & told my car was on fire. I immediately stopped & hopped out & less than 30 seconds later half of the hood caught heat/fire & flew into the windshield breaking it. At least half The car is burnt to ashes

   NHTSA complaint #11695722 · source
2. Filed Aug 21, 2025MDEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   1. "Transmission or ECU" 2. There is a lag and sometimes almost stall when accelerating from a stop. I was turning into a lane from a stop sign and the car decided to not move for 3-4 seconds after pressing accelerator. If people had come around the blind corner when that happened I would have been T boned. 3. All four people living in my house...... and our mechanic. Yes 4.No, because were not paying for something that has had a recall. 5. We inherited this car from my…

   NHTSA complaint #11682228 · source
3. Filed Aug 4, 2025NCEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I have been dealing with ongoing engine performance problems for over a year. My Tucson consumes oil at an abnormal rate, and I constantly have to refill it. There is also sluggish acceleration, and the Check Engine Light has stayed on despite multiple inspections and maintenance efforts. I’ve seen hundreds of complaints about this exact issue from other Hyundai owners. I also found that an NHTSA investigation is ongoing, yet Hyundai continues to deny responsibility, often…

   NHTSA complaint #11678180 · source
4. Filed Jun 18, 2025GAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The vehicle does not accelerate entering roadway, transmission replaced in 2022, catalytic convertor replaced in 2024. Several instances occurred when entering highway vehicle lost power and failed to merge safely, ultimately requiring hasty exit to roadside to avoid collision. The vehicle was purchased used but has been a safety risk since purchase date. Originally diagnosed transmission, then catalytic convertor, then knock control sensor. Engine oil is replaced more often…

   NHTSA complaint #11667704 · source
5. Filed Apr 22, 2025INEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   Car started to not accelerate when pressing on gas pedal the RPMs would not raise or lower during this time it could be on a hill or on a flat surface at any type of stops whether it was a stop sign or a stoplight it didn't matter how much gas you gave the car it would not move and then it would start bouncing what I would describe as hopping the car would start jerking constantly until you released off the gas and gave it more gas until it would finally go this was…

   NHTSA complaint #11656193 · source
6. Filed Mar 27, 2025TXEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Fuel injectors no warning…went to get breaks checked, while they were checking them the engine light turned on after that they couldn’t get my car to start again.

   NHTSA complaint #11651110 · source
7. Filed Mar 8, 2025SCEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSuspension

   Engine is burning oil and has been for sometime. Won’t Accelerate and sputters Tie rods are worn out. This car is a lemon and dangerous to drive

   NHTSA complaint #11647147 · source
8. Filed Dec 14, 2024PABody & StructureEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   All my doors stick and sometimes I have to fight with my car to even get a door open. Also, when trying to accelerate sometimes my throttle response is slow and i will not move for a few seconds.

   NHTSA complaint #11630710 · source
9. Filed Nov 29, 2024ILFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Over the last 5-6 years, the 2016 Tucson has experienced an acceleration issue. When making a turn after a stop, the car will not accelerate above 30 mph. The RPMs will go up to 3000-4000, but the car will not go above 30 miles per hour. This has happened 5 times. I have had my mechanic look at the car, but because it was intermittent, they could not determine the cause. The fuel pump as well as the purge solenoid have been replaced on the car. If I turn the car off and let…

   NHTSA complaint #11627986 · source
10. Filed Nov 25, 2024MDElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    There is a lot of oil consumption, and the turbo is shot. It sits in the back of the engine, which is not collecting air.

    NHTSA complaint #11627188 · source
11. Filed Sep 26, 2024NJEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

    I had my top engine block (not sure why not a full engine replacement) replaced under warranty June 2023. Shortly after the fix my AC unit stopped working. Once I got my AC unit fixed, about 1.5 months after my engine was not performing. My car would not turn over and when it did, it was in limp mode and would not run properly. I had it towed to dealership who could not find the issue until after they took out of the bay and went to move it, it wouldn't start. They replaced…

    NHTSA complaint #11616561 · source
12. Filed Jul 23, 2024LAFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

    At certain times my car doesn’t want to start. Like when there were carburetors in cars way back in the day, I literally have to pump the gas to make it start. And then once it does, it’s very hesitant to go on the road like it has no power. And then another time my car totally just shut down in the middle of traffic and would barely go, like it had no speed ability. This happens often my car is not under warranty. And it is not included in the recall with some kind of fuel…

    NHTSA complaint #11604153 · source

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