2026 Hyundai Tucson
2 recalls · 15 complaints · Safety Score B
Recall History
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.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026 | Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance | The automatic emergency braking system has literally locked the brakes up 5 times in the last several months since the c... | No | No |
| 04/06/2026 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes indepe... | No | No |
| 03/30/2026 | Electrical System | I am writing to formally document a serious, recurring safety defect in ou 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, purchased less th... | No | No |
| 03/26/2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Forward Collision W... | Yes | No |
| 03/23/2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Multiple times the vehicles forward collision system has slammed on the brakes almost causing rear end collisions. Usual... | No | No |
| 03/18/2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Purchase my new car December 2026. My car has done that with people are calling Phantom breaking three times since I bou... | No | No |
| 03/15/2026 | Service Brakes | I was parking my 2 month old car going only about 5 mph & had to press the brake all the way to the floor to stop. There... | No | No |
| 03/14/2026 | Electrical System | After 3 months and 840 miles, my 2026 Hyundai Tucson wouldn't respond one morning. No power at all, including to unlock ... | No | No |
| 03/13/2026 | Steering,power Train,electrical System | Wife was driving car and the steering locked up and she could not turn it for about 5 seconds. second issue was put it... | No | No |
| 03/10/2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | I purchased the car about 30 days ago. in that short time on two occasions, with absolutely NO REASON the 'Forward Safe... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 15.
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has a Safety Score of 63/100 (Grade B). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson received a Safety Score of B. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. There are 3 crash reports on file.
Contact your nearest Hyundai dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).