2026 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.
69% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 111 regulates rear visibility systems. It requires backup cameras to shut off within a specific time or distance after moving forward to prevent driver distraction.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260722
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The contact rented a 2026 Hyundai Tucson.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260710
The brakes pushed down to the floor before the collision and wouldnât stop the car my passenger was injured no warning system on the collision prevention and nothing engaged my foot was on the floor and there was about a 10 second delay before the...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260304
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
25% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.
CRASH3% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body.
CRASH3% of complaints: exterior lighting — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles.
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.
Campaign 25V549000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 26V047000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 26V254000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 26V316000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 26V400000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2026 Hyundai Tucson — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (41 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V400000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V549000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V047000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V254000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V316000 (forward collision avoidance) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2026 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 69% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Tucson have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.