10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 19
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 1
Average Mileage:
18,874 miles

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problem #133

Dec 022021

Tucson

  • 56,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 45 - 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact's husband was able to pull over but could not restart the vehicle. The oil warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that they were backed up with other vehicles and could not diagnose the vehicle until next month. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.

- Hackettstown, NJ, USA

problem #132

Nov 082021

Tucson

  • miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Kailua Kona, HI, USA

problem #131

Nov 012019

Tucson

  • 31,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving up a mountain at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was making a knocking noise and then stalled. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to turn the key in the ignition or move the vehicle. The contact called AAA for roadside assistance who arrived and performed an unknown reset and the vehicle was restarted. The received an unknown recall regarding the failure. The local dealer was contacted but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000.

- Ventura, CA, USA

problem #130

Nov 222021

Tucson

  • miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer had yet to be notified about the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Russellville, KY, USA

problem #129

Sep 212021

Tucson

  • miles
On 9/21/21 the motor stopped while on the roadway sitting at an intersection and would not turn over. The vehicle was towed to Underriner Motors in Billings, MT and diagnosed with an engine failure.

- Belgrade, MT, USA

problem #128

Oct 092021

Tucson

  • 34,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Louisburg, KS, USA

problem #127

Nov 222021

Tucson

  • 59,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH and pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light and an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and parked. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred that same day while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) the next day. The dealer advised the contact that they could not repair the vehicle under the recall due to the mileage on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

- Farmers Branch, TX, USA

problem #126

Oct 012021

Tucson

  • miles
We have had an issue with the engine and the oil pressure warning light. Our car seems to also be leaking gas and our repair people have asked us to come in every 1500 miles because there seems to be an issue they do not know how to remedy. We are worried that this is going to get worse and could act up on the highway and result in injury or death. My wife is a 2nd grade teacher and drive this car on the highway everyday.

- Corinth, TX, USA

problem #125

Nov 022021

Tucson

  • 88,005 miles
The contact owned a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that she received recall notifications for NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 17V226000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and 20V543000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC), however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while at the stoplight, she smelled a strong burning odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that she was able to continue to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle the next day, the vehicle was shuddering and she heard abnormal knocking sounds coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that she was able to drive the vehicle to work; however, while her son was driving the vehicle and was at a stoplight, he saw smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The ABS warning light, the check engine warning light, and other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that her son was able to restart the vehicle and he veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that as her son exited the vehicle, the engine exploded and the vehicle caught fire. There were no injuries sustained. The fire was extinguished with the assistance of the fire department. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot, where it was totaled. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered the contact a buyback. The approximate failure mileage was 88,005. (RECALL RELATED INCIDENT)

- Moncks Corner, SC, USA

problem #124

Nov 152021

Tucson

  • miles
Manufacturer Recall Number 209 NHTSA Recall Number 21V727000 Recall Status Recall Incomplete NHTSA Information This appears to be a dangerous issue. What are owners to do and when can we hope for a fix?

- Southbury, CT, USA

problem #123

Oct 102021

Tucson

  • miles
2017 Hyundai Tucson Hesitates When Starting From A Stop and at lower speeds. It also shutters when moving out into traffic slowly and fades to almost a stall. Very dangerous when attempting to pull out in traffic. Below is a blog with many complaints filed with Hyundai. https://www.carcomplaints.com/Hyundai/Tucson/2017/transmission/hesitates_when_starting_from_a_stop-2.shtml

- Southbury , CT, USA

problem #122

Oct 232021

Tucson

  • miles
I was driving my car and heard a rattling noise. The car suddenly started stalling and it cut off completely. Fortunately it cut off seconds before I entered the roundabout at a very busy intersection and i was able to roll into a shopping center parking lot. It wouldnt start again. Currently my car is at Bob Mayberry Hyundai. They ran diagnostics on or around Nov 9th. As far as I can understand I would possibly have to replace the engine. I was told they have to take a picture of the engine with the valve removed and send it to Hyundai and he said Hyundai also need all service records and they would able to obtain them. My car has around 65000 miles so its no longer covered under warranty.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #121

Nov 022021

Tucson

  • miles
when I am in heavy traffic where I am constantly stopping and going the car hesitates, like it is going to stall. When i push on the accelerator the car makes noises and doesn't accelerate like it should. When I accelerate to get on the highway it does the same thing. This has been an on going problem with this SUV since we have owned it. We have taken it to the dealership many times and other automotive places and no one can tekk us why it does this,

- Greenwood Lake, NY, USA

problem #120

May 172021

Tucson

  • miles
I have had an ongoing issue with my 2017 Hyundai Tucson since May 17, 2021. Like many other owners, I have recently learned about the recall on engines for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson. In the information with the announcement of the recall, the article stated, -??The issue has caused at least 18 fires, but no injuries, according to documents from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration-??. I wanted to know if my vehicle was one of these 18 fires" If it was, I would like to know that I will be covered under this recall, and the engine in my vehicle will be replaced. I can begin to be reimbursed for the $1,000s of car rentals that I was told would be reimbursed before my warranty claim was denied. If it is not one of those 18 cars? Why not? I will give more information below on what happened to me and my car. Through further research, Attachment A on the NHTSA website states that -??As of the date of this filing, Hyundai is aware of 45 fires related to the recall condition-??. Once again, I ask if my vehicle is on this list" If not- why was it not after the engine fire and the below happenings occurred to me in May 2021. Happenings On May 17, 2021, I was driving home from work on Interstate 195 in New Jersey. My check engine light came on the previous week, and I immediately brought my car into an auto body to receive an oil change and a 25 point maintenance inspection. But, unfortunately, the check engine light went off. While traveling on the freeway at approximately 65 - 70 miles per hour, I could feel my acceleration beginning to get slower and slower and harder to use. I was pressing entirely on the accelerator, and the car continued to go slower Suddenly, the acceleration stopped completely, and all the lights on the dashboard went on. I noticed smoke started to appear from under the hood and from the tail of the vehicle. After nearly being hit by another car, I was barely able to get into the shoulder. I just so happened to break down on the part

- Atlantic Highlands, NJ, USA

problem #119

Oct 312021

Tucson

  • miles
Catastrophic engine failure on a highway in which the engine seized and a connecting rod was ejected outside of the engine and through the crankcase.

- Vancouver, WA, USA

problem #118

Oct 262021

Tucson

  • 87,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a screeching type noise was present coming from the front of the vehicle. While driving approximately 70 mph smoke was suddenly present coming from under the hood. After stopping the engine compartment became engulfed in flames. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. A fire and a police report were taken and the vehicle was towed away. The local dealer was contacted regarding the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 87,000.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #117

Oct 112021

Tucson

  • miles
The wastegate on the turbo malfunctioned, causing the turbo to need a complete replacement. Prior to fixing the issue, the vehicle would not accelerate correctly. The vehicle was not capable of reaching highway speeds quickly. The engine warning light was on (low turbo boost) but it only came on once acceleration was affected. The mechanic shop has a photo of the failed wastegate and the bottom portion where it connects was completely broken off.

- Saint Marys, OH, USA

problem #116

Oct 112021

Tucson

  • miles
Car stalled with no warning/check engine lights. There is still no fix. I don-??t want to keep paying on a car that is going to cause an accident while driving! I-??m lucky I wasn-??t going at high speeds when it stalled. My children and myself could have died! No one ever called to do any testing but they knew about the recall in July when they told me about it. I-??m very concerned that this will happen again even if they do -??fix it-?? this is a problem on multiple vehicles from Kia and Hyundai.

- Sturtevant, WI, USA

problem #115

Sep 012021

Tucson 4-cyl

  • miles
My 2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.6 L Turbo has been stalling, bumping, knocking, and using copious amounts of oil for the past several months. I checked the oil level and discovered that the engine had nearly completely run out of oil. I immediately brought the vehicle to my local dealership and they seemed completely mystified by the problem. They advised that I run the car through an expensive oil consumption diagnostic test. I did not, opting instead to do some research myself. Lo and behold, I quickly discovered that both Hyundai corporate and local franchisees have been well aware of the issue for some time. It involves connecting rod bearing failure. A class action suit was filed over the issue in California federal court and Hyundai corporate agreed to fix the problem through a voluntary settlement. Unfortunately, that settlement only covered Tucson models before and after my model year. If you wish to learn more about this issue, it has its own website (HyundaiThetaEngine Settlement.com). To further complicate matters, Hyundai corporate has in the interim issued a voluntary recall for my model year 2017. Unfortunately, it appears my specific model may be excluded. I can be reached at [XXX] or at [XXX]. Please get back to me ASAP, preferably before my car completely runs out of oil and the engine explodes. Thank you for your time. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- St Augustine, FL, USA

problem #114

Aug 012021

Tucson

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the oil level was low, and the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and oil was added. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to pay for the repair and be reimbursed later. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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