Hyundai Tucson complaints by model year
6,285 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 62 | 14 | 0 | 5 |
| 2025 | 286 | 32 | 1 | 6 |
| 2024 | 97 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 134 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 | 383 | 25 | 4 | 3 |
| 2021 | 79 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 178 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | 380 | 15 | 11 | 1 |
| 2018 | 397 | 13 | 9 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1,089 | 13 | 26 | 3 |
| 2016 | 1,620 | 14 | 26 | 5 |
| 2015 | 228 | 7 | 8 | 1 |
| 2014 | 202 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| 2013 | 266 | 16 | 18 | 3 |
| 2012 | 255 | 12 | 13 | 3 |
| 2011 | 124 | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| 2010 | 59 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| 2009 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 43 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| 2007 | 65 | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| 2006 | 135 | 15 | 3 | 5 |
| 2005 | 185 | 12 | 3 | 8 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 598 | 244 | 196 | 73 | 39 | 115 | 23 | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Power train | 290 | 101 | 41 | 9 | 8 | 64 | 14 | 4 | 15 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 138 | 43 | 26 | 28 | 10 | 54 | 32 | 22 | 58 | 11 |
| Service brakes | 48 | 42 | 118 | 44 | 12 | 33 | 18 | 16 | 39 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 83 | 27 | 47 | 19 | 11 | 53 | 26 | 19 | 64 | 8 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 2 | 13 | 12 | 6 | 38 | 28 | 23 | 149 | 34 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 75 | 22 | 25 | 6 | 8 | 132 | 18 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 87 | 16 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 14 | 17 | 9 | 14 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Hyundai Tucson recalls (36)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Tucson model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V400000 | Jun 23, 2026 | Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101 | 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V316000 | May 18, 2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance System May Activate Brakes Unexpectedly | 2025, 2026 | 29.2% |
| 26V254000 | Apr 20, 2026 | Misassembled Air Bag Sensors | 2026 | 48.5% |
| 26V047000 | Jan 26, 2026 | Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101 | 2026 | 92.5% |
| 25V893000 | Dec 18, 2025 | Tow Hitch Wiring Harness May Short Circuit | 2022, 2023, 2024 | 29.8% |
| 25V809000 | Nov 20, 2025 | Side Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy Properly | 2025 | 64.7% |
| 25V549000 | Aug 25, 2025 | Loss of Drive Power from Loose Engine Bolts | 2025, 2026 | 100% |
| 24V877000 | Nov 20, 2024 | Vehicle Roll Away from Improperly Routed Wiring | 2025 | 96.5% |
| 24V691000 | Sep 13, 2024 | Missing Glove Box Air Bag Warning Label/FMVSS 208 | 2025 | 98.4% |
| 24V412000 | Jun 5, 2024 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2024 | 96% |
| 23V651000 | Sep 22, 2023 | ABS Unit May Cause Engine Compartment Fire | 2010–2013 | 31.7% |
| 23V556000 | Aug 4, 2023 | Incorrect Information On Label/FMVSS 110 | 2024 | 92.9% |
| 23V526000 | Jul 27, 2023 | Electric Oil Pump Assembly May Cause Fire | 2023, 2024 | 93.5% |
| 23V038000 | Jan 31, 2023 | Roof Moldings May Detach | 2022 | 89.6% |
| 22V056000 | Feb 3, 2022 | ABS Unit May Cause Engine Compartment Fire | 2014, 2015 | 77.5% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv early release fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Hyundai Tucson FAQ
How many recalls has the Hyundai Tucson had?
NHTSA lists 36 recall campaigns that cover at least one Hyundai Tucson model year from 2005 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Hyundai Tucson year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2016 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,620) and the 2009 the fewest (18). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Hyundai Tucson problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Hyundai Tucson get?
EPA rates the 2026 Hyundai Tucson at 26 to 38 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.