Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Tow Hitch Wiring Harness May Short Circuit
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.
- Consequence
- Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will remove the trailer wiring harness and install a dust cap over the wiring receptacle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Roof Moldings May Detach
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
- Consequence
- A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.
Inoperable Headlights and/or Taillights
- Summary
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson vehicles. The software installed in the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) may be incompatible with the vehicle, which could result in inoperative headlights and/or taillights.
- Consequence
- Inoperative headlights or taillights can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers updated the ICU software, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 214.
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Owner complaints (383)
383 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel/propulsion system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 383 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 132 | 34.5% |
| Engine | 115 | 30% |
| Power train | 64 | 16.7% |
| Unknown or other | 54 | 14.1% |
| Electrical system | 53 | 13.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 38 | 9.9% |
| Service brakes | 33 | 8.6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 3.7% |
| Air bags | 12 | 3.1% |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 2.1% |
How 2022 compares with other Tucson years
Best and worst Tucson years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1,089 | 3 |
| 2018 | 397 | 1 |
| 2019 | 380 | 1 |
| 2020 | 178 | 1 |
| 2021 | 79 | 1 |
| 2022 | 383 | 3 |
| 2023 | 134 | 2 |
| 2024 | 97 | 4 |
| 2025 | 286 | 6 |
| 2026 | 62 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2022 Hyundai Tucson suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 38 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 238 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 38 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 38 / 38 / 38 | $1,750 | 238 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 35 / 35 / 35 | $1,900 | 100 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 33 / 29 | $2,300 | 314 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 29 / 26 | $2,600 | 349 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2022 Tucson for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2022 Hyundai Tucson FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 25V893000 (trailer hitches), 23V038000 (structure), 21V938000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Tucson problems?
Owners filed 383 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel/propulsion system (132), Engine (115), Power train (64) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · Automatic version at 38 city, 38 highway and 38 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2022 Hyundai Tucson get?
NHTSA rated the 2022 Hyundai Tucson suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2022 Tucson compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Hyundai Tucson model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (79) and the 2017 the most (1,089). The 2022 drew 383. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.