This page covers 5 recalls, 451 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson.
26–37 mpg combined
6.4–9 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson received a four-star overall rating from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program for US-market vehicles. In frontal crash testing, it earned four stars. Side crash protection was rated at five stars, as was performance in the side pole test. Rollover resistance received a four-star rating. NHTSA applies these ratings across model years until a significant redesign occurs, so this assessment covers the Tucson through the model years shown.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints about the 2022 Hyundai Tucson cluster heavily around the fuel/propulsion system and engine. On the propulsion side, owners frequently describe sudden, unexpected acceleration or lurching while braking, particularly at low speeds or in stop-and-go traffic, sometimes paired with a loss of power immediately afterward. Engine complaints center on abrupt, catastrophic failures, often with little or no warning, including rocker arm failures that lead to full engine replacement. Misfires, most commonly on cylinder 3, show up repeatedly as well, with owners reporting rough running, shaking, and check engine lights. The powertrain category adds reports of jerking or hesitation under normal driving conditions. A recurring thread across the engine complaints is that failures tend to arrive suddenly, without the usual warning signs owners might expect.
451
Total Complaints
29
Crash-Related
4
Fire-Related
11
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has 5 recalls, the most serious involving the optional trailer wiring harness, which can allow water into the wiring and cause trailer lights or the vehicle's own brake lights to stop working, or trigger an electrical short that raises the risk of a fire.
The lighting concerns extend beyond the trailer system. A software incompatibility in the central control unit can cause the headlights and taillights to stop functioning entirely, leaving the vehicle dark and less visible to other drivers. On hybrid models, the daytime running lights fail to activate when using the Remote Smart Parking Assist feature, so a moving vehicle may not be visible to nearby pedestrians or drivers.
On the structural side, roof moldings on certain vehicles can detach while driving and become road debris, posing a hazard to other vehicles.
At a glance
What can fail
The tow hitch wiring harness may be installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture buildup can cause trailer lights to stop working or create an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a protective cap on the wiring harness at no charge to prevent water entry and restore proper function.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 4 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The trailer wiring harness may not be properly sealed, allowing water to enter and damage it. This can cause trailer lights or vehicle stop lights to fail or the harness to short circuit.
What the fix does
Hyundai will contact you in writing. The repair procedure is being developed and will be communicated when ready.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The roof moldings may detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the roof moldings and replace or secure them as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Integrated Central Control Unit software may be incompatible with the vehicle, causing headlights and/or taillights to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers update the Integrated Central Control Unit software at no cost. All affected vehicles have been repaired.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
On some hybrid vehicles, the daytime running lamps don't turn on when you use Remote Smart Parking Assist. Canadian law requires these lamps to be on whenever the vehicle moves.
What the fix does
Hyundai will mail you instructions to bring your vehicle to a dealer for a software update.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
