Is the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

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2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-10-31T17:45:13.891Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 148
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Forward collision avoidance

Complaints per year

2025: 148 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2022	112
2023	35
2024	48
2025	148
2026	33

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Forward collision avoidance

59% · 87 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASHINJURY

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The automatic braking has almost caused me to be rear-ended, and the enraged driver behind me Leaned on his horn and flipped me off. Today, it caused a rear-end collision behind me because of the unwarranted abrupt locking of the brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-20

The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to decelerate, an unknown warning light was illuminated and a beeping sound was engaged.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-03

My vehicle is subject to the Hyundai Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) safety recall (NHTSA Campaign 26V316 / Hyundai Recall 302).

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14

Also filed under Service brakes

Electrical system

36% · 53 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASHFIRE

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Previously reported issues to dealership about issues with instrument cluster going black and had it brought in for recalled software updates. Received paperwork stating completion of Campaign 302 and 304 on July 18th, 2026.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-16

Also filed under Lane departure

Lane departure

19% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing assist and warning.

CRASH

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The heads-up display, all warning signs and the instrument cluster showing the speed unpredictably goes off - sometimes comes back on right away, sometimes doesn't for hours. The car is available if needs to be reviewed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-08

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Vehicle speed control

18% · 26 reports

CRASH

Back over prevention

8% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and rearview system braking.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2026-03-24Electrical system26V047000 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.

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.

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2026-06-22Forward collision avoidance26V316000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles.

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.

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Date not on fileElectrical system26V400000 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.

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.

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2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

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Forward collision avoidance: 87 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 53 reports on file for this year.
Lane departure: 28 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V400000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V047000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V316000 · Forward collision avoidance

FAQ

Is the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?: The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.