MYRModel Year Report

2013 Hyundai Tucson

◆ Worse than typical
2013 Hyundai Tucson
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had 30% to 100% more 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Tucson Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2005: 185 complaints 2005 2006: 135 complaints 2007: 65 complaints 2008: 43 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2010: 57 complaints 2011: 124 complaints 2011 2012: 253 complaints 2013: 265 complaints 2013 2014: 200 complaints 2014 2015: 223 complaints 2016: 1611 complaints 2017: 1073 complaints 2017 2018: 384 complaints 2019: 369 complaints 2020: 170 complaints 2020 2021: 72 complaints 2022: 361 complaints 2023: 122 complaints 2023 2024: 84 complaints 2025: 255 complaints 2026: 43 complaints 2026
2013: 265 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005185
2006135
200765
200843
200918
201057
2011124
2012253
2013265
2014200
2015223
20161611
20171073
2018384
2019369
2020170
202172
2022361
2023122
202484
2025255
202643

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 58%

58% of complaints: engine — 155 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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2013 HYUNDAI TUCSON ENGINE MALFUNCTIONED WHILE IN MOTION AND THIS IS A NATIONAL THING BECAUSE THE DEALERSHIPS CAN NOT KEEP UP WITH FIXING THE ISSUE AND PARTS ARE ON BACK ORDER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181128

AT HIGHWAY SPEED VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHUDDER THEN LOUD "CLUNK" AND LOST POWER. SMALL ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE DEVELOPED BUT THEN THANKFULLY WENT OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180808

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 12%

12% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 31 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231127

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 21 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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I was driving on the highway and was notified by passing motorists that there was smoke coming from my vehicle, I proceeded to pull to the shoulder and parked my vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231227

POWER TRAIN 6%

6% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
AIR BAGS 4%

4% of complaints: air bags — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH MY CAR WAS COMPLETELY TOTALED. I WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN I WAS REAR-ENDED AT FULL SPEED, WHICH CAUSED MY VEHICLE TO RICOCHET ONTO THE ONE AHEAD OF ME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180302

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE TIRE TRACTION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140709

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A POLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140613

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2013 — complaint volume: 265
R 20140509 — air bags

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013.

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.

Campaign 14V245000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190819 — engine and engine cooling

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.

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.

Campaign 19V063000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20220912 — DP (closed 20231212)

Loss of Motive Power

I 20231117 — AQ (open)

Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

R 20240410 — service brakes, hydraulic

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,...

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.

Campaign 23V651000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Hyundai Tucson — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (155 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (31 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V245000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V063000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V651000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Hyundai Tucson is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Hyundai Tucson?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Hyundai Tucson have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.