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Hyundai Tucson recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 36 recall campaigns and 6,267 owner complaints for the Hyundai Tucson, covering model years 2005 to 2026. The 2016 model year drew the most complaints (1,619), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 36 recall campaigns on file
  • 6,267 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 22 model years with data (2005–2026)
  • most complaints: 2016 (1,619 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (2,367 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V400000 (reported Jun 23, 2026)
  • 246 complaints reporting a crash (3.9%)
  • 142 complaints reporting a fire (2.3%)
  • 150 complaints reporting an injury (2.4%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a death (<0.1%)

Hyundai Tucson complaints by model year

22 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2016 model year has the most complaints: 1,619 of 6,267, or 25.8%. Next come 2017 (1,086) and 2018 (396). The fewest are for 2009, with 18 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Hyundai Tucson owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2005–2026Column chart of 6,267 complaints across 22 model years. The highest is 2016 with 1,619. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2005: 185 complaints18520052006: 135 complaints13520062007: 65 complaints6520072008: 43 complaints4320082009: 18 complaints1820092010: 59 complaints5920102011: 124 complaints12420112012: 255 complaints25520122013: 266 complaints26620132014: 201 complaints20120142015: 227 complaints22720152016: 1,619 complaints1,61920162017: 1,086 complaints1,08620172018: 396 complaints39620182019: 379 complaints37920192020: 177 complaints17720202021: 79 complaints7920212022: 381 complaints38120222023: 133 complaints13320232024: 96 complaints9620242025: 283 complaints28320252026: 60 complaints602026
Show the figures for all 22 model years
Hyundai Tucson complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Hyundai Tucson complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2005185123110
2006135153120
2007657260
2008435530
2009183010
2010593220
20111245330
2012255121380
20132661618100
20142014320
20152277860
20161,619142560
20171,0861326121
201839613980
2019379151170
20201775240
2021792360
2022381254100
202313312140
20249612050
2025283321170
20266014070
All model years6,2672461421501

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Hyundai Tucson components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 2,367 complaints (37.8% of all 6,267), followed by Power Train (1,210) and Electrical System (719).

Components named most often in Hyundai Tucson complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Hyundai Tucson complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine2,36737.8%
Power Train1,21019.3%
Unknown or Other81313.0%
Electrical System71911.5%
Structure3846.1%
Fuel/Propulsion System3826.1%
Service Brakes3786.0%
Vehicle Speed Control3555.7%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3405.4%
Forward Collision Avoidance3165.0%
Latches/Locks/Linkages1923.1%
Air Bags1873.0%
Exterior Lighting1392.2%
Steering1121.8%
Engine and Engine Cooling1041.7%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Hyundai Tucson recalls

36 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Tucson, newest first. The 36 campaigns cover model years 2005 to 2026. The 2005 model year appears in the most campaigns (8).

  • 36 recall campaigns
  • 5 “Park Outside” advisories
Hyundai Tucson recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2005: 8 campaigns2006: 5 campaigns2007: 5 campaigns2008: 1 campaign2009: 1 campaign
2010: 4 campaigns2011: 5 campaigns2012: 3 campaigns2013: 3 campaigns2014: 2 campaigns2015: 1 campaign2016: 5 campaigns2017: 3 campaigns2018: 1 campaign2019: 1 campaign
2020: 1 campaign2021: 1 campaign2022: 3 campaigns2023: 2 campaigns2024: 4 campaigns2025: 6 campaigns2026: 5 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 26V400000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

    Model years 2025–2026

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

    Consequence:
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 22, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 304. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 25, 2026.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  2. NHTSA campaign 26V316000

    Reported

    Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking

    Model years 2025–2026

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.

    Consequence:
    Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 302. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 20, 2026.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  3. NHTSA campaign 26V254000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Sensor › Side Impact

    Model year 2026

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.

    Consequence:
    Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 299. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 22, 2026.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  4. NHTSA campaign 26V047000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

    Model year 2026

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

    Consequence:
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  5. NHTSA campaign 25V893000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches

    Model years 2022–2024

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  6. NHTSA campaign 25V809000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain

    Model year 2025

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson, 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2026 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.

    Consequence:
    Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reinstall the side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 29, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 289 and 029G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 22, 2025.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  7. NHTSA campaign 25V549000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Critical Fasteners

    Model years 2025–2026

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.

    Consequence:
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  8. NHTSA campaign 24V877000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring

    Model year 2025

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The console extension wiring assembly may be routed improperly, allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal.

    Consequence:
    A transmission that can shift out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking the vehicle. Dealers will reroute the console extension wiring assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 273.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  9. NHTSA campaign 24V691000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels

    Model year 2025

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson vehicles. The glove box air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence:
    Without the glove box label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 268.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  10. NHTSA campaign 24V412000

    Reported

    Steering › Electric Power Assist System

    Model year 2024

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

    Consequence:
    A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 261.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

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  1. NHTSA campaign 23V651000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2010–2013

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    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 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  2. NHTSA campaign 23V556000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels

    Model year 2024

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson vehicles. The tire and loading information label may incorrectly indicate information about a spare tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    Consequence:
    A label that incorrectly states spare tire pressure when there is no spare tire on-board may cause confusion during an emergency tire replacement, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the tire and loading information label, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 247.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  3. NHTSA campaign 23V526000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Fluid/Lubricant › Pump

    Model years 2023–2024

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

    Consequence:
    An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  4. NHTSA campaign 23V038000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars; Structure › Critical Fasteners

    Model year 2022

    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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  5. NHTSA campaign 22V056000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2014–2015

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  6. NHTSA campaign 21V938000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Software; Exterior Lighting

    Model year 2022

    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.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  7. NHTSA campaign 21V727000

    Reported

    Engine

    Model year 2017

    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.

    Consequence:
    A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on November 16, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 209.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  8. NHTSA campaign 20V543000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2016–2021

    NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.

    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 internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

    Consequence:
    An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  9. NHTSA campaign 19V063000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model years 2011–2013

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.

    Consequence:
    A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  10. NHTSA campaign 16V842000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches; Electrical System › Wiring

    Model years 2016–2017

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  11. NHTSA campaign 16V628000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Software; Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    Model year 2016

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 20, 2015 through May 31, 2016 and equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission. Certain driving conditions and high temperatures may cause the vehicle to not move if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released repeatedly.

    Consequence:
    Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 149.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  12. NHTSA campaign 16V348000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch

    Model year 2016

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015 to March 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately secure the hood to prevent it from opening while the vehicle is in motion.

    Consequence:
    If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 145.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  13. NHTSA campaign 16V147000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights

    Model year 2016

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured May 26, 2015 to January 15, 2016 and equipped with an accessory trailer hitch harness either included with the accessory trailer hitch or sold as a service part. In the affected vehicles, when the vehicle's engine is running and the brake lights are illuminated, if the turn signal is activated, the trailer turn signal lights will either turn off or remain continuously illuminated (not flash). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the communication of the driver's intent, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9640. Hyundai's number for this recall is 142.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  14. NHTSA campaign 16V057000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines

    Model year 2011

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured July 22, 2010, to October 31, 2010. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

    Consequence:
    If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission fluid cooler hose, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 139.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  15. NHTSA campaign 14V245000

    Reported

    Air Bags

    Model years 2011–2014

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.

    Consequence:
    An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  16. NHTSA campaign 13V113000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch

    Model years 2006–2011

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.

    Consequence:
    Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  17. NHTSA campaign 11V259000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting

    Model year 2010

    Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2010 Tucson vehicles manufactured from February 27, 2010, through April 17, 2010 for failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," for the photometry requirements of the rear reflector assemblies installed in the rear bumpers.

    Consequence:
    This could lead to reduced visibility of the rear of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the rear reflector assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  18. NHTSA campaign 10V061000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

    Model year 2010

    Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2010 Tucson vehicles. Properly seated adult right front seat passengers weighing over approximately 240 pounds cause the passive occupant detection system (pods) module program to illuminate the "air bag" warning lamp.

    Consequence:
    If "air bag" warning lamp is illuminated, the passenger air bag will deploy if a crash of sufficient force to require front air bag deployment is experienced, and will not be deactivated if a child is seated in the right front seating position, which may increase the risk of injury to a child front passenger.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the pods module free of charge. Hyundai anticipates owners notification began by telephone on February 15 2010 and the notification was mailed on March 5, 2010. Owners may contact Hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  19. NHTSA campaign 09V280000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting

    Model years 2005–2007

    Hyundai is recalling 3,011 model year 2005-2007 elantra, tucson, sonata, azera and accent vehicles. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A defective stop lamp switch may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission would not be able to be shift out of the "park" position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.

    Consequence:
    Any of these malfunctions could lead to a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2009. Owners may contact Hyundai of Puerto Rico customer service at 1-787-999-4310.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  20. NHTSA campaign 09V122000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch

    Model years 2005–2007

    Hyundai is recalling 532,633 MY 2006-2007 accent, entourage, sonata, MY 2007 azera, elantra and santa fe, MY 2005-2007 tucson and MY 2007-2008 veracruz vehicles. The stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A stop lamp switch malfunction may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission shifter would not be able to be shifted out of the park position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.

    Consequence:
    Any of these malfunctions, alone or in combination, may lead to a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2009. Owners may contact the Hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  21. NHTSA campaign 07V197000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2005–2007

    On certain vehicles, static air bag deployment testing conducted by NHTSA using fifth percentile female dummies indicated that a small stature adult driver not wearing a seat belt and involved in a frontal or near frontal crash, the deployment of the driver air bag may not occur.

    Consequence:
    This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the driver air bag module with one that is designed to provide an increased margin of compliance for low risk deployment for small stature adults who are not properly wearing the seat belts. The recall began on September 6, 2007, and will be performed in two mailings. Owners may contact Hyundai de Puerto Rico at 1-800-981-0188.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  22. NHTSA campaign 06V445000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2005–2007

    On certain sport utility vehicles, during static air bag deployment testing conducted by NHTSA using fifth percentile female dummies indicated if a small statured adult driver, not wearing a seat belt, is involved in a frontal or near frontal crash, deployment of the driver air bag may result in an insufficient margin of compliance as measured by the test dummy used in the NHTSA test.

    Consequence:
    This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the driver air bag module. The recall began on January 29, 2007, and will be conducted through six mailings. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  23. NHTSA campaign 05V342000

    Reported

    Parking Brake

    Model year 2005

    On certain passenger vehicles, the parking lever ratchet pawl was not properly manufactured and may damage the teeth of the parking lever ratchet. Damaged parking brake lever ratchet teeth may prevent the parking brake from engaging or may allow the parking brake to release after it has been engaged.

    Consequence:
    The inability to engage or the inadvertent release of the parking brake lever, may allow your vehicle to roll while it is parked and may result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly. The recall began on September 12, 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai of Puerto Rico at 1-800-981-0188.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  24. NHTSA campaign 05V315000

    Reported

    Parking Brake

    Model year 2005

    On certain sport utility vehicles, the parking brake lever ratchet pawl was not properly manufactured and my damage the teeth of the parking brake lever ratchet. Damaged parking brake lever ratchet teeth may prevent the parking brake from engaging or may allow the parking brake to release after it has been engaged.

    Consequence:
    The inability to engage, or the inadvertent release of, the parking brake lever may allow your vehicle to roll while it is parked and may result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly. The recall began on July 29, 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  25. NHTSA campaign 05V177000

    Reported

    Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (ASC)

    Model year 2005

    On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.

    Consequence:
    Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit. The recall is expected to begin during May 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai de Puerto Rico at 1-800-981-0188.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

  26. NHTSA campaign 05V119000

    Reported

    Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (ASC)

    Model year 2005

    On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.

    Consequence:
    Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

    Filed by Hyundai Motor America

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Hyundai Tucson questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Hyundai Tucson have?

NHTSA lists 36 vehicle recall campaigns for the Hyundai Tucson, covering model years 2005 to 2026. The most recent, 26V400000, was reported on June 23, 2026 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2005 model year is covered by the most campaigns (8).

Which Hyundai Tucson model year has the most complaints?

The 2016 model year, with 1,619 of the 6,267 complaints in NHTSA’s file (25.8%). The next are 2017 (1,086) and 2018 (396). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Hyundai Tucson complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 2,367 complaints, or 37.8% of all 6,267. Power Train (1,210) and Electrical System (719) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Hyundai Tucson?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Hyundai dealer.

How many Hyundai Tucson complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 6,267 complaints, 246 report a crash, 142 a fire, 150 at least one injury and 1 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.