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2014 Hyundai Tucson recalls & problems

The 2014 Hyundai Tucson has 2 safety recalls and 202 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (110 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints202filed by owners
Crashes · fires4 · 3reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars
2014 Hyundai Tucson in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

1 recall for this model year carries an NHTSA park outside advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Safety recalls

Service brakes, hydraulicFeb 3, 2022

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module

Recall 22V056000357,348 vehicles

NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from buildings until repaired (fire risk).

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Risk
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
Air bagsMay 13, 2014

Air bags

Recall 14V245000137,500 vehicles

Problem
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.
Risk
An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2014 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk17.6%

2014 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk18%
2014 Hyundai Tucson NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2014 Hyundai Tucson NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Tucson 2WD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Tucson 2WD

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Tucson 4WD

22mpg combined
City / highway20 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

Tucson 4WD

22mpg combined
City / highway21 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine11011192,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulicFoundation components › Disc › Rotor4101079,000 mi
Electrical system12v/24v/48v battery1501024,679 mi
Service brakes1500010,500 mi
Unknown or other13010—
Power train1110078,410 mi
Fuel/propulsion system701065,000 mi
Steering40006,750 mi
Vehicle speed control3000—
Engine and engine cooling3000—
Wheels2000—
TiresPressure monitoring and regulating systems2000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations