2026
Hyundai Tucson
CR MPG:
CR MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Predicted Reliability
We expect the 2026 Tucson will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023, 2024 and 2025 models.
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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Hyundai vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Redesign year
Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010*
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
NA
2016*
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022*
2023
2024
2025
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability
information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for
about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential
trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes,
to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 25, 2025
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Summary:
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V549000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
29
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