Hyundai Tucson Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 1,215 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Hyundai Tucson across 21 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (518). The words owners use most often: “dual clutch” (12% of reports).
- 1,215power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 30mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 24%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.
- Dual clutch: mentioned in 141 of 1,215 complaints (12%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 729 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 1,215 complaints, 30 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 6 an injury.
Hyundai Tucson power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tucson | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2025 Tucson | 15 | 5% | 11,250 |
| 2024 Tucson | 4 | 4% | — |
| 2023 Tucson | 14 | 10% | 15,500 |
| 2022 Tucson | 64 | 17% | 5,500 |
| 2021 Tucson | 8 | 10% | 4,505 |
| 2020 Tucson | 9 | 5% | 5,700 |
| 2019 Tucson | 42 | 11% | 6,900 |
| 2018 Tucson | 101 | 25% | 15,800 |
| 2017 Tucson | 291 | 27% | 8,000 |
| 2016 Tucson | 518 | 32% | 7,500 |
| 2015 Tucson | 21 | 9% | 80,000 |
| 2014 Tucson | 11 | 5% | 78,410 |
| 2013 Tucson | 16 | 6% | 60,000 |
| 2012 Tucson | 26 | 10% | 68,384 |
| 2011 Tucson | 20 | 16% | 64,500 |
| 2010 Tucson | 22 | 37% | 26,416 |
| 2008 Tucson | 2 | 5% | 41,750 |
| 2007 Tucson | 6 | 9% | 92,000 |
| 2006 Tucson | 8 | 6% | 25,549 |
| 2005 Tucson | 16 | 9% | 58,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:pumpPark outside
Model years: 2023, 2024
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.
Electrical system:software; power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Model years: 2016
Problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 20, 2015 through May 31, 2016 and equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission. Certain driving conditions and high temperatures may cause the vehicle to not move if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released repeatedly.
Risk: Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 149.
Power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Model years: 2011
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured July 22, 2010, to October 31, 2010. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Risk: If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission fluid cooler hose, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 139.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was pressed and released repeatedly at 1,200 RPM. The transmission warning light illuminated. Additionally, the rear driver's and rear passenger's…
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled and was unable to exceed 30 MPH. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the shoulder of the road, and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where…
The new 2019 Hyundai Tucson equipped with the Nu2.0L GDI engine, I purchased in 1/2020 as the original owner to this day has been diagnosed with a burnt exhaust valve due to heavy oil consumption that has been an uncorrected documented manufacturerâs defect within Hyundai motor corporation. The…
Pulled out of a parking lot into the street and there was an unusual clunking noise coming from the drivetrain of the car. Had the car towed to the dealer for diagnostics. The diagnosis from the Dealer was the transfer case splines no longer are engaging with the transmission. This problem is…
On three occasions my car suddenly stopped transferring power by not accelerating when the gas pedal was pressed. The first time the engine light came on and when I brought it for service they said it was a sensor covered by warranty and repaired it. The second time it happened while I was trying…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Tucsons have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 1,215 owner complaints about power train for the Hyundai Tucson. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Tucson power train?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Hyundai Tucson?
The most frequent phrase is “dual clutch”, in 141 of 1,215 complaints.
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