Hyundai Tucson reliability
The Hyundai Tucson fails its MOT about as often as most cars up to 5 years old: 14.8% of 59,372 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
14 DVSA recalls for the Hyundai Tucson
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Some vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle
Some vehicles may face a concern where the instrument cluster panel may reboot during vehicle operation potentially resulting in a blank instrument cluster display screen.
Fix: To correct this an ‘Over the Air ‘ software update to the vehicles will be deployed remotely.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 3,227 vehicles
The subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may e reduced. The foot brake will still operate but in a manner of a vehicle without a functioning brake booster (less assistance)
The subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced. The foot brake will still operate but in a manner of a vehicle without a functioning brake booster (less assistance).
Fix: Engine control unit software update
Recalled models: TUCSON NX4e · 3,225 vehicles
The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition.
The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition
Fix: Check the installation of the side curtain airbag installation and rectify or replace the curtain airbag as required.
Recalled models: TUCSON NX4e
Certain Tucson vehicles equipped with rear door power windows may experience a malfunction of the anti-pinch function during its operation.
Certain Tucson vehicles equipped with rear door power windows may experience a malfunction of the anti-pinch function during its operation.
Fix: Both left-hand and right-hand rear door power window regulator motors will be replaced.
Recalled models: TUCSON NX4e · 2,746 vehicles
Subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced
Subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced.�
Fix: Inspect and remove the vacuum pump oil passage mesh if installed.
Recalled models: TUCSON TLe · 6,518 vehicles
The vehicle immobiliser may not function correctly due to incorrect vehicle software
The vehicle immobiliser may not function correctly due to incorrect vehicle software.
Fix: Apply a software update to the Hybrid Control Unit to correct the immobiliser operation.
Recalled models: TUCSON NX4e · 4,023 vehicles
Potential manufacturing defect within the component of the right hand rear caliper
A manufacturing defect may be present within the right-hand rear brake calliper which may result in impaired brake performance.
Fix: Visually inspect and if the right-hand rear brake calliper is confirmed to be fitted with the affected batch code (1J24) it will be replaced.
Recalled models: TUCSON NX4e · 1,706 vehicles
Vehicles equipped with smart key system may have an immobiliser malfunction
Vehicles equipped with smart key system may have an immobiliser malfunction.
Fix: Apply update to the hybrid control unit to correct the immobiliser operation.
Recalled models: TUCSON NX4e HEV/PHEV · 3,587 vehicles
The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition
The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition.
Fix: Affected vehicles will be inspected to ascertain if the airbag is correctly installed. If the airbag is twisted it will be removed and reinstalled correctly.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 46 vehicles
The abs/esc control unit may short circuit
The ABS/ESC control unit may short circuit.
Fix: ABS/ESC control unit wiring to be reworked together with amended amp fuses. Depending on specification the control unit software may also be updated.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 117,438 vehicles
IN THE EVENT OF eCALL TRIGGER THE VIN NUMBER INFORMATION MAY NOT BE SENT
The vehicle VIN information may not be registered correctly within the eCall unit.
Fix: Register the VIN information within the vehicle by resetting the E-call unit and updating.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 1,879 vehicles
Secondary bonnet catch may not function correctly
If the bonnet is not shut correctly on the main bonnet catch and the bonnet then opens to the secondary catch the secondary bonnet catch is not strong enough to hold the bonnet in a closed position. At high motorway speeds the bonnet can then fly open and block the driver�s view. There is also a warning light to inform the driver that the bonnet is not closed correctly which is not functioning as intended.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the secondary bonnet catch for a new stronger item. A new program will be downloaded into the cluster to make the bonnet open warning light work correctly.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 14,775 vehicles
Brake lights may malfunction
The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.
Fix: Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 87,795 vehicles
Parking brake may not engage
Certain vehicles were produced with improperly manufactured parking brake pawls. This may cause the parking brake lever not to engage when applying the lever.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles to have the pawls replaced with quality assured parts.
Recalled models: TUCSON · 1,150 vehicles
Checking a Hyundai Tucson before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.