2007 Hyundai Tucson
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 185 |
| 2006 | 135 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 124 |
| 2012 | 255 |
| 2013 | 266 |
| 2014 | 201 |
| 2015 | 226 |
| 2016 | 1617 |
| 2017 | 1084 |
| 2018 | 394 |
| 2019 | 377 |
| 2020 | 175 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 379 |
| 2023 | 132 |
| 2024 | 94 |
| 2025 | 278 |
| 2026 | 59 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
22% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS IN A HEADON COLLISION IN MY 2007 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE AIRBAGS SIS NOT DEPLOY AND I ENDED UP GETTING HIT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO MY CHEST. THE OTHER VEHICLE INVOLVED AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE FRONT OF MY VEHICLE WAS GREATLY DAMAGED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20081121
I WAS HIT ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF MY 2007 HYUNDAI TUCSON AT ABOUT 25-30MPH. MY VEHICLE WAS TOTALED AND THE DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20080327
STRUCK THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF ME AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH IN THE REAR, COMPLETELY CRUSHING THE FRONT MY VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED! SUSTAINED BRUISES TO CHEST FROM SEAT BELT, STIFF AND SORE NECK AND BACK. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20070923
12% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and underbody shields.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHEN TRYING TO BRAKE AS THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME WAS BRAKING, MY BRAKES WOULD NOT WORK AT ALL. I SLAMMED INTO THE TRUCK AT APPROXIMATELY 47 MPH. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND MY SEAT BELT DID NOT TIGHTEN. NOTHING WORKED THE WAY IT WAS SUPPOSED TO.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150910
Also filed under ENGINE
The rear passenger control arm broke off of the subframe due to severe corrosion despite Hyundai applying a corrosion preventative under recall 17-01-013 on 12/1/2015.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240823
Also filed under STEERING
11% of complaints: service brakes — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph when the contact noticed smoke coming from the front driver's side brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 20211019
9% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
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.
Campaign 06V445000 — check if this car was fixed
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 FR
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
Campaign 07V197000 — check if this car was fixed
STOP LAMP SWITCH FAILURE
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
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.
Campaign 09V122000 — check if this car was fixed
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 P
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.
Campaign 09V280000 — check if this car was fixed
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, 2008-2
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 13V113000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Hyundai Tucson — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V445000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V197000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V122000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V280000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V113000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Hyundai Tucson is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Hyundai Tucson?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Hyundai Tucson have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.