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2023 Hyundai Tucson recalls & problems

The 2023 Hyundai Tucson has 2 safety recalls and 136 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (36 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints136filed by owners
Crashes · fires12 · 1reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4–5 ★crash-test stars
2023 Hyundai Tucson in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

2 recalls for this model year carry an NHTSA park outside advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Safety recalls

Trailer hitchesDec 18, 2025

Trailer hitches

Recall 25V89300051,587 vehicles

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

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.
Risk
Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will remove the trailer wiring harness and install a dust cap over the wiring receptacle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Power trainJul 27, 2023

Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Pump

Recall 23V52600052,109 vehicles

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

Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Risk
An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

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

2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk17.4%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk15.9%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2023 Hyundai Tucson PHEV SUV AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2023 Hyundai Tucson NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2023 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

28mpg combined
City / highway25 / 32 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,400/year to fuel

Tucson AWD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/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*
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking; Warnings368002,250 mi
Unknown or other33401—
Electrical systemHorn2711021,000 mi
Engine2301022,870 mi
Fuel/propulsion system18100—
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal17502—
Service brakes16200—
Power train1430215,500 mi
Steering7001—
Exterior lighting5000—
Lane departureBlind spot detection; Warning5100—
Visibility/wiper4000—

*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.