2016 Hyundai Tucson acceleration & cruise control problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Jun 12, 2026NCEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   The vehicle severely shudders, jerks, and hesitates from a stop and while making a turn, during both acceleration and deceleration, making it entirely unsafe to drive. The vehicle has been completely un-driveable for the past 6 days. The check engine light illuminated, and on 4/9/26, the dealer documented a failed transmission judder test and kept the car, issuing a loaner. A temporary software patch failed after two weeks. Upon return, the dealer reported they were unable…

   NHTSA complaint #11743723 · source
2. Filed May 13, 2026PAEngineOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Oil drains very fast even with regular oil changes and maintenance. The vehicle began shaking and then completely stopped with very little warning. Check engine light flashed for under 60 seconds then vehicle would not move forward on the highway creating a major safety hazard. Engine smelled hot and like burning rubber.

   NHTSA complaint #11737712 · source
3. Filed Mar 10, 2026PREngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   "On [XXX], my 2016 Hyundai Tucson (VIN [XXX] ) experienced severe engine power loss and mechanical noise under load while driving uphill, creating a dangerous safety situation. This occurred 2 days after a dealer visit (February 19, 2026) where an open KSDS Service Campaign (TSB HCE22-14-E600-TL, Issue 10D021) — directly related to engine monitoring — was left incomplete. The dealer subsequently denied an engine evaluation citing mileage over 150,000, despite the open…

   NHTSA complaint #11723436 · source
4. Filed Dec 16, 2025FLCrashOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Drove into a parking space, with the foot pressing on the brake pedal, the car suddenly and without warning rapidly accelerated uncontrolled causing the vehicle to accelerate past the end of the parking space causing property damage.

   NHTSA complaint #11705267 · source
5. Filed Sep 29, 2025TXEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   Engine or transmission The vehicle has stalled randomly multiple times on the freeway, business roads and intersections, not accelerating and burning through oil Dealership says they cannot figure out or replicate the issue No check engine light or warning of any kind given

   NHTSA complaint #11690448 · source
6. Filed Sep 10, 2025MOEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering

   I leased a 2016 hyundai tucson from Metcalf Auto Plaza [XXX]. Every week since then i have had to return the car for repairs. It got to a point where Neil suggested he can trade it for another but each and every vehicle i test drove to replace my car was NOT ready to be on the road but according to them every car had just got out the shop. Instead of trying to have issues resolved the mechanics decide to make "jokes" as if your pain and suffering is a joke. Since i did not…

   NHTSA complaint #11686397 · source
7. Filed Aug 14, 2025ARFireElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   My catalytic converter caught on fire a couple months back then I hit a code for the knock sensor replaced it and it started to act up again I can’t go over 49 burning oil took it to Hyundai now they are saying my engine is going out and I’m still panting carmart got the car

   NHTSA complaint #11680549 · source
8. Filed Aug 6, 2025TXEngineOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise Control

   original owner. Car shook badly and hesitated losing speed at 61k. dealership replaced all or four ignition coils and spark plugs. Car started and burning oil at 61,000 despite regular oil changes at 3500. Mostly done by the dealership. Car has been burning oil uses 1 quart every 500 miles. All four window regulators have stopped working. I replaced one.

   NHTSA complaint #11678719 · source
9. Filed Mar 10, 2025CAEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   car is in limp mode,will not accelerate.Oil consultant over a few years.Dealership has requested new engine twice and denied by Hyundai USA.i have to put flashers on just to get on highway so im not killed.I will drive down the street and back and my engine will be extremely hot for hours.I am limited to my hometown only.I can not go out of my hometown due to heat of engine and blowing hoses and water pumps which has happened.This car is a danger and I am in financial burden…

   NHTSA complaint #11647278 · source
10. Filed Nov 1, 2024CAEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    When accelerating, like taking off from a red light or through a turn, my car begins to shake like it’s unable to change gears correctly, and sometimes leads to the car stalling in the middle of the street and intersection putting my in danger of being hit from other drivers. It’s also happened that when I press the gas after being stopped at a light, my car RPM goes up but I don’t move and then the car jolts forward quickly. This has been happening for years and when I take…

    NHTSA complaint #11623056 · source
11. Filed Sep 26, 2024VABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechAcceleration & Cruise Control

    I had multiple occasions where the car would blink lates and make screaming noises when acceleration. The vehicle never had a smooth process of stopping and going. When stopped at a light, you could press the acceleration and it idle or not speed up than rev the RMPs and start to catch speed. It was very unsafe, I tried several attempts years ago at getting the vehicle maintenanced but only got rotors repaired from shaking and two other shops stating it was a recall and they…

    NHTSA complaint #11616543 · source
12. Filed Jul 9, 2024CAEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    Oil consumption is excessive it has caused the engine to have a knocking noise even though routine oil changes have been up to date. Yes available for inspection. This may cause the engine to seize at any given point while in motion. No, I have not been able to take the vehicle to a dealership yet. No, vehicle has not been inspected. No, no check engine/warning light has turned on. Knocking noise began June 28th 2024.

    NHTSA complaint #11600655 · 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