Hyundai Tucson Steering Problems
Owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the Hyundai Tucson across 22 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (22). The words owners use most often: “steering column” (15% of reports).
- 112steering complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 28%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.
- Steering column: mentioned in 17 of 112 complaints (15%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 57 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 112 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 6 an injury.
Hyundai Tucson steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tucson | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2025 Tucson | 5 | 2% | 500 |
| 2024 Tucson | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2023 Tucson | 6 | 4% | — |
| 2022 Tucson | 6 | 2% | 11,064 |
| 2021 Tucson | 2 | 3% | — |
| 2020 Tucson | 4 | 2% | 400 |
| 2019 Tucson | 3 | 1% | — |
| 2018 Tucson | 4 | 1% | 92,622 |
| 2017 Tucson | 7 | 1% | — |
| 2016 Tucson | 22 | 1% | 50,000 |
| 2015 Tucson | 3 | 1% | — |
| 2014 Tucson | 4 | 2% | 6,750 |
| 2013 Tucson | 6 | 2% | 37,500 |
| 2012 Tucson | 6 | 2% | 33,000 |
| 2011 Tucson | 1 | 1% | 40 |
| 2010 Tucson | 1 | 2% | 4,100 |
| 2009 Tucson | 1 | 6% | 106,000 |
| 2008 Tucson | 4 | 9% | 58,000 |
| 2007 Tucson | 4 | 6% | 83,350 |
| 2006 Tucson | 13 | 10% | 50,500 |
| 2005 Tucson | 8 | 4% | 64,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Steering:electric power assist system
Model years: 2024
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 261.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an engine replacement due to a separate issue; however, during the service, the dealer discovered that the front axle was leaking and noted that the steering was becoming stiff. The contact had not experienced any…
Subject: Formal Safety Complaint Regarding Steering Failure â 2017 Hyundai Tucson To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint to request that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigate a potentially serious safety defect involving the Motor-Driven Power…
While traveling on the highway the car began to lose speed rapidly until coming to a complete stop, no warning lights were present prior.
I am writing regarding a serious vehicle safety issue involving my 2023 Hyundai Tucson Limited purchased from on [XXX] with approximately 61,000 miles. About one month after purchase, during a drive from Pennsylvania to Florida in October 2025, the vehicle experienced multiple dangerous steering…
In August/September 2025 my mother's Tucson would randomly shut down on her (completely stall while driving) and she would not be able to turn it back on. If she waited a little while, then she would be able to turn the car back on but it was unknown when the issue would happen again. We took it to…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Tucsons have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 112 owner complaints about steering 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 steering?
Yes: 1 safety recall list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about steering problems on the Hyundai Tucson?
The most frequent phrase is “steering column”, in 17 of 112 complaints.
Other Hyundai Tucson problems
- Engine problems (2,381)
- Power Train problems (1,215)
- Electrical System problems (730)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (388)
- Structure problems (384)
- Service Brakes problems (379)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (359)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (341)
See all Hyundai Tucson problems.