2013 Hyundai Tucson Engine Problems
Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the 2013 Hyundai Tucson, 59% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 86,993 miles. The words owners use most often: “oil pan” (8% of reports).
- 156engine complaints
- 86,993median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $7,400typical repair cost reported by owners
- 69%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Oil pan: mentioned in 13 of 156 complaints (8%)
- Engine seized: mentioned in 12 of 156 complaints (8%)
- Metal shavings: mentioned in 10 of 156 complaints (6%)
- Started knocking: mentioned in 8 of 156 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine repair on the 2013 Hyundai Tucson at $7,400, and half of them between $6,600 and $9,100.
Based on 13 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2018–2022), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 110 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 156 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 9 a fire.
Hyundai Tucson engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tucson | 2 | 3% | — |
| 2025 Tucson | 12 | 4% | — |
| 2024 Tucson | 14 | 14% | 17,500 |
| 2023 Tucson | 23 | 17% | 22,871 |
| 2022 Tucson | 115 | 30% | 34,219 |
| 2021 Tucson | 39 | 49% | 34,904 |
| 2020 Tucson | 73 | 41% | 80,000 |
| 2019 Tucson | 199 | 52% | 41,580 |
| 2018 Tucson | 244 | 61% | 60,000 |
| 2017 Tucson | 599 | 55% | 56,000 |
| 2016 Tucson | 423 | 26% | 56,000 |
| 2015 Tucson | 119 | 52% | 69,700 |
| 2014 Tucson | 110 | 54% | 92,000 |
| 2013 Tucson | 156 | 59% | 86,993 |
| 2012 Tucson | 160 | 63% | 98,500 |
| 2011 Tucson | 40 | 32% | 100,000 |
| 2010 Tucson | 7 | 12% | 140,000 |
| 2009 Tucson | 1 | 6% | 106,000 |
| 2008 Tucson | 5 | 12% | 91,273 |
| 2007 Tucson | 5 | 8% | 115,000 |
| 2006 Tucson | 12 | 9% | 130,000 |
| 2005 Tucson | 18 | 10% | 81,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I was driving on the highway going 65 mph and scared when the engine started clicking and shaking a tiny bit. Plus it was slowing down no matter what i did. Well in a 4 lane highway. There was No engine light, no previous issues. The car drove great until this issue. I had the car only 3 months…
My 2013 Hyundai Tucson with 89,417 miles experienced complete engine failure due to severe rod knock from connecting rod bearing wear. This vehicle was brought to our local Hyundai dealership with confirmed diagnosis. This is a well-documented manufacturing defect in the 2.4L Theta II engine. This…
On Monday, [XXX], I was traveling northbound on [XXX] headed towards Roanoke from Salem at an approximate speed of 65 MPH. At approximately mile marker [XXX], before the exit to [XXX] , the vehicle started to lose power rapidly, and the car began to go into what I perceived as "limp mode" and was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2013 Hyundai Tucsons have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 156 owner complaints about engine for the 2013 Hyundai Tucson (59% of the 266 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Hyundai Tucson engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine problems start?
The median reported mileage is 86,993 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix engine problems on the 2013 Hyundai Tucson?
Owners report a typical cost of $7,400 (half paid between $6,600 and $9,100), from 13 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine problems on the 2013 Hyundai Tucson?
The most frequent phrase is “oil pan”, in 13 of 156 complaints, followed by “engine seized” (12).
See all 2013 Hyundai Tucson problems or engine problems across all Tucson years.