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2021 Hyundai Tucson recalls & problems

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson has 1 safety recall and 80 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (39 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints80filed by owners
Crashes · fires2 · 3reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2021 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, hydraulicSep 4, 2020

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

Recall 20V543000652,024 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

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

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.

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

2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk16.2%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk15.5%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2021 Hyundai Tucson NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2021 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 FWD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Tucson FWD

25mpg combined
City / highway22 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Tucson AWD

23mpg combined
City / highway22 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Tucson AWD

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/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*
Engine3902234,903 mi
Electrical system12000—
Unknown or other10010—
Service brakes9000—
Fuel/propulsion system8000—
Power train8000—
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking; Warnings6001—
Service brakes, hydraulic3000—
Vehicle speed control3000—
Engine and engine cooling3000—
Steering2000—
Air bags2202—

*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