2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 6, 2026 · 113 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tucson Hybrid years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version)

Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Tucson Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (41 complaints, 36%), typically at around 22,857 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine41 · ~22,857 mi
Unknown or Other29
Electrical System27 · ~35,200 mi
Power Train24 · ~16,420 mi
Fuel/propulsion System19
Forward Collision Avoidance11 · ~9,750 mi
Service Brakes11
Vehicle Speed Control11 · ~24,100 mi
Visibility6 · ~22,495 mi
Exterior Lighting5
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine4136%22,857——
Unknown or Other2926%———
Electrical System2724%35,200——
Power Train2421%16,420——
Fuel/propulsion System1917%———
Forward Collision Avoidance1110%9,750——
Service Brakes1110%———
Vehicle Speed Control1110%24,100——
Visibility65%22,495——
Exterior Lighting54%———
Structure44%———
Air Bags33%———
Lane Departure22%———
Tires22%20,000——
Communications11%———
Engine and Engine Cooling11%575——
Hybrid Propulsion System11%4,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic11%17,000——
Steering11%———
Visibility/wiper11%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 39 complaints
2021: 4202142022: 202022202023: 392023392024: 232024232025: 142025142026: 13202613

n = 113 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact stated that the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed with force and the vehicle…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Oct 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769292

My vehicle suffered a disabling failure 325 miles from home due to an open Safety Recall campaign. The vehicle is repaired under Campaign Claim #43195279, but Hyundai Corporate is actively denying both a reunite transport tow and travel rental accommodations to retrieve the vehicle. The…

Unknown or Other · received Aug 31, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11761059

System/Component Failed & Inspection: The vehicle suffers from recurring failures across the engine, powertrain, electronic throttle control, and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) control systems (DTCs P0524, P0642, P2118, P022100). The vehicle is fully available for inspection upon request. Safety…

Power Train · received Aug 19, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11758103

While driving my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, the vehicle suddenly lost power, began shaking, and all warning lights illuminated at once. The car would not accelerate properly and became unsafe to operate in traffic. After pulling over and restarting the vehicle, the warnings cleared, but the issue…

Electrical System · received Aug 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11755202

I am reporting a critical Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve and electrical circuit failure on my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. The failure resulted in the check engine light illuminating, diagnostic codes identifying an EGR system malfunction, and visible corrosion found within the EGR connector…

Engine · received Aug 4, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11754790

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 41 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tucson Hybrid model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version) overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.