Hyundai Tucson recalls & common problems
NHTSA safety recalls and owner-reported complaints for the Hyundai Tucson across the 2010-2014, 2015-2019, 2020-2024 generations. Real, government-sourced figures — use them to gauge how common a problem actually is before you spend on parts.
Most-reported systems on the Hyundai Tucson
The component categories Hyundai owners file the most complaints about with NHTSA, summed across all generations covered.
- Engine 845
- Power Train 374
- Fuel/Propulsion System 198
- Unknown Or Other 196
- Electrical System 145
- Vehicle Speed Control 86
Recalls & complaints by model year
Jump to the generation that matches your Tucson:
| Generation | Recalls | Complaints | Diagnose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-2014 Hyundai Tucson | 3 | 253 | Codes & recalls → |
| 2015-2019 Hyundai Tucson | 3 | 1,065 | Codes & recalls → |
| 2020-2024 Hyundai Tucson | 3 | 353 | Codes & recalls → |
Recent recalls on the Hyundai Tucson
The most recent NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your specific vehicle is affected and unrepaired.
- TRAILER HITCHES Dec 2025
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 lig…
NHTSA campaign 25V893000 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicl…
NHTSA campaign 23V651000 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS Jan 2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.…
NHTSA campaign 23V038000 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE Dec 2021
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.…
NHTSA campaign 21V938000 - ENGINE Sep 2021
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.…
NHTSA campaign 21V727000 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 2020
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode…
NHTSA campaign 20V543000
More on the Hyundai Tucson
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public recalls and complaints databases. A complaint is an unverified owner report; a recall is an official safety action with a free remedy. High complaint counts often reflect high sales volume.