Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 28, 2026 · 24 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid, across 5 model years (2022–2026). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2023, with 10 complaints
2022: 7202272023: 102023102024: 3202432025: 3202532026: 120261

n = 24 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid year: 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2023 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2022 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2025 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid: 3 complaints, 3 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System1040
Power Train1030
Engine420
Forward Collision Avoidance420
Air Bags222
Service Brakes211
Vehicle Speed Control220
Visibility/wiper220
Hybrid Propulsion System110
Lane Departure110
Structure111

All Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2026 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid14—Electrical System
2025 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid33—Electrical System
2024 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid30—Air Bags
2023 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid100—Electrical SystemFar more complaints than other years
2022 Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid70—Power Train

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Frequently asked questions

Which Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2023 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid?

Electrical System, with 10 complaints across 4 model years.

How many recalls does the Hyundai Tucson Plug-IN Hybrid have?

4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.