10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 1
Average Mileage:
11,612 miles

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problem #81

Mar 072026

Tucson

  • miles
The vehicle has a difficult time turning over when cranking, the RPMs are sticking and the car periodically shuts off at red lights. Several warning lights pop up when it won't crank and then other warnings when the car just completely shuts off at red lights. I drive the interstate in [XXX] daily for work, so with the engine stalling my safety is at risk every time I drive it. Likewise when it won't crank, my safety is at risk. I had two Hyundai recalls updated in my car in 2022, Hyundai Recall 209 which was a connecting rod bearing test and my car passed so they installed the other Hyundai Recall 966 which was software update for the knock sensor detection system to alert the driver of future issues. Those issues are now current. The software is detecting a critical failure which is why the car is shutting off - entering limp mode, or the engine is failing. On April 9th through the 11th, 2026 my vehicle was inspected by a Hyundai dealership, where a technician identified a developing engine concern and advised me to continue driving the vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #80

Jan 162026

Tucson

  • miles
Following the knock sensor detection system update, this car has a P1326 code that forces it into limp mode. Occurs during moderate-hard acceleration, e.g. getting on a highway. The car is limited to -??2000 RPM and -?? 45 mph, and rapidly decelerates to that speed if necessary. Acceleration is very limited. This occurs roughly every two weeks, despite having a brand new sensor installed by Hyundai. Hyundai has also allegedly performed cleaning on the sensor and related parts. This has been going on since November, when the recall that installed this update was performed.

- Mustang, OK, USA

problem #79

Nov 232025

Tucson

  • miles
I am writing regarding a serious incident involving negligent automotive service performed by Jiffy Lube Store #687. On October 24, 2025, I took my 2017 Hyundai Tucson to this location for a standard oil change. I trusted that the service would be completed properly and safely. However, on November 21, my vehicle-??s oil lamp unexpectedly illuminated. Concerned, I returned to Jiffy Lube on November 22, where employees informed me that they had -??sealed the small leak and topped [my] oil, -?? adding that I was entitled to two top-offs between oil changes and -??should be good for two weeks.-?? Tragically, the very next day, November 23, the oil lamp flashed again. My vehicle then shut off while I was driving, with my children in the back seat. This was a frightening and dangerous situation for all of us. I am now left confused, stressed, and unsure of the full extent of the damage.

- Cockeysville, MD, USA

problem #78

Nov 012025

Tucson

  • miles
Sensors something to do with the motor and not sure where the other sensors is related to could be the motor as well. The safety was not good due to it shut off in the middle of traffic and making wraddling noise. I took the vehicle to the dealership where purchase from. They have done nothing besides fixed one thing that I know of supposed to been the surpension. But the other problems was not fixed No it has not been inspected by anyone The warning lamp come on and just blinking none stop

- Statesboro, GA, USA

problem #77

Oct 112025

Tucson

  • miles
My 2017 Hyundai Tucson has completely broken down will not go into reverse had a diagnostics at Hyundai. I thought it was going to be covered because of the class action suit. My car apparently was not in the recall or the suit. I don-??t understand I have the identical problem of the dual clutch transmission issue. I-??ve tried to get Hyundai to do good-faith repair they refused. I-??ve contacted Carmax where I purchased the vehicle. They had the car when the lawsuit was finalized I didn-??t know anything about the lawsuit or the problem with the vehicle. I-??ve had the car for five years it-??s at 85,000 miles. I don-??t know what to do.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #76

Jul 172025

Tucson

  • miles
The controls (buttons) on the right side of my steering wheel progressed from slow to respond to completely unresponsive, and then the driver airbag light started coming on. At first it was intermittent, then constant. I didn't expect those two issues to be related but did come to learn it was the clock switch. According to my Hyundai dealer, this is a known issue in several other years/models of Hyundais and they have extended those warranties, "but it hasn't reached the Tucson yet". I was told that either 1 - my airbag wouldn't deploy or 2 - it would deploy randomly when I was driving the vehicle. I spent nearly $1000 in diagnostics and repairs.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #75

Jul 102023

Tucson

  • miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal clacking sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent certified mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic, where the catalytic converter repair was performed. The contact stated that after the repair, the contact noticed that the instrument panel would turn black and the infotainment system would become inoperable intermittently; however, both systems would reboot independently. Additionally, the vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the air compressor was replaced due to heating system failure. The contact stated that the instrument panel failure recurred intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was overheating. The check engine warning light was illuminated and the message "Engine Overheating" was displayed. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with engine misfire. The mechanic determined that the head gasket failure had caused oil to contaminate the coolant reservoir. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Albany, GA, USA

problem #74

Mar 012025

Tucson

  • miles
Power windows will go down by driver buttons but driver buttons will not work to make windows go back up. Engine is stalling, can smell exhaust, manifold is said to be needed to be replaced. Burns oil badly.

- Blue Springs , MO, USA

problem #73

Jun 302025

Tucson

  • miles
limp mode check engine light code p1326

- Piedmont , SC, USA

problem #72

Jun 072025

Tucson

  • miles
Car cuts off when driving the speed drops down automatically stops the dash lights go out and can-??t start it right away

- Paterson , NJ, USA

problem #71

Jan 272025

Tucson

  • miles
1. After driving the car and turning it off, I get a loud bang coming from a gas tank. 2. Sometimes when making a hard right or left turn steering wheel vibrates, and the warning light for all wheel drive system comes on. When I turn the car off and restart it, it goes away. 3. After software installs due to recalls, when I accelerate my radio occasionally shuts off on its own, and then we-??ll come back on on its own. 4. After turning the car off when I restart it occasionally the clock in calendar revert to 00:00 for the time and the date resets to 1/1/20.

- Schaumburg, IL, USA

problem #70

Nov 012024

Tucson

  • miles
All of the lights on the dashboard and check engines light were illuminated. The speedometer would not work and the stick shift would stick in park causing me to have to release the shift lock manually to drive. The failure mileage was 59,450.

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #69

Nov 072024

Tucson

  • miles
Rear driver side door suddenly will not open from outside or inside. A rear passenger would be essentially trapped in the car should an incident/accident happen. I googled and it seems this is a well known issue affecting several model years of Hyundai, including my 2017 model. I do not see a recall for this extremely dangerous issue.

- Norwalk, CT, USA

problem #68

Jun 012024

Tucson

  • miles
Unable to open passenger door on driver side. Unable to open from the outside or the inside.

- Round Rock, TX, USA

problem #67

May 012023

Tucson

  • miles
I am writing to report a serious issue with our 2017 Hyundai Tucson. As the first and only owners of this vehicle, we have diligently maintained it through authorized dealerships. However, in May 2023, while driving on the highway, the car suddenly lost power and would not accelerate beyond 30 mph. There were no warning lights or indications prior to this incident. My wife managed to pull the car to the side of the road and slowly drove it to the dealership. Despite having only 30,000 miles on the odometer from personal use, we were shocked to learn that the engine had suffered significant damage due to low engine oil. Notably, we had recently serviced the vehicle at the same dealership just a few months earlier. The dealership informed us that the engine needed replacement, but the process took nearly a year. During this time, we were left without our vehicle, causing considerable inconvenience and financial hardship due to renting replacement vechile. We find it concerning that an engine failure occurred despite our regular maintenance and adherence to authorized service centers. We kindly request an investigation into this matter and hope that steps can be taken to prevent similar incidents for other Hyundai Tucson owners. Additionally, we urge Hyundai to address this issue promptly and transparently.

- Sammamish, WA, USA

problem #66

Jan 012018

Tucson

  • miles
Blow up headlights bulbs and taillights bulb

- Rio Grande, PR, USA

problem #65

Jan 312024

Tucson

  • miles
Car had smoke engine overheating this is the 3rd engine I got sick from the smoke I don-??t feel safe in that car

- Ada, OK, USA

problem #64

Feb 012024

Tucson

  • miles
Unknown the car just start malfunctioning

- Farmington Hills , MI, USA

problem #63

Sep 042023

Tucson

  • miles
The vacuum pump on my 2017 hyundai has a faulty cap resulting in an electrical error to the CAN system. This causes dash lights abs 4wd parking break stability control tpms sensor check engine light to eliminate and the speedometer to not work. All of the systems are not opperating due to the system not being able to communicate. It is illegal and a safety issue to not be able to use the speedometer.

- West Salem, OH, USA

problem #62

May 012023

Tucson

  • miles
Vehicle caught fire damaging wiring harness. engine has hesitation, AC system was damaged by fire. recall shows electrical system/engine and brakes in recall. Hyandai refused to replace citing missed oil changes. oil was changed regularly but not always at the dealer. These particular problems are exactly what the recall was for, problem is design and manufacturing the oil change issue has no effect. I want these fixed as soon as soon as possible

- Ft Myers, FL, USA

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