The most-reported Tucson run is KM8J33A29GU (2016 builds) with 61 complaints, 12× the typical run. Engine problems make up 34% of reports; 2016 is the worst model year at 19.3 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 36 recall campaigns for Tucson model years 2005–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Tucson has 1,188 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 5% of every Tucson complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KM8J33A29GU•••••• | 2016 | 1 | — | |
| KM8J33A28GU•••••• | 2016 | 1 | 1 | |
| KM8J3CA25GU•••••• | 2016 | — | 2 | |
| KM8J33A20GU•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| KM8J33A23GU•••••• | 2016 | 1 | 1 | |
| KM8J33A21GU•••••• | 2016 | — | 1 | |
| KM8J33A22GU•••••• | 2016 | 1 | 2 | |
| KM8J3CA2XGU•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| KM8J33A2XGU•••••• | 2016 | 1 | — | |
| KM8J33A26GU•••••• | 2016 | — | 3 | |
| KM8J3CA22GU•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| KM8J3CA27GU•••••• | 2016 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 1,176 Tucson runs has 47 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 412 Tucson VINs so far, most often 2026, 2025, 2024 builds; 8 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Hyundai Tucson the gap between build years is 13.8×: a 2016 car draws 19.3 complaints per run, a 2009 one 1.4.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 52 | 42 | 14 | |
| 2025 | 284 | 119 | 32 | |
| 2024 | 96 | 64 | 11 | |
| 2023 | 133 | 74 | 12 | |
| 2022 | 381 | 142 | 24 | |
| 2021 | 78 | 45 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 175 | 58 | 5 | |
| 2019 | 376 | 66 | 14 | |
| 2018 | 389 | 75 | 13 | |
| 2017 | 1064 | 70 | 13 | |
| 2016 | 1586 | 82 | 14 | |
| 2015 | 221 | 49 | 5 | |
| 2014 | 195 | 45 | 4 | |
| 2013 | 256 | 33 | 12 | |
| 2012 | 244 | 31 | 11 | |
| 2011 | 116 | 34 | 4 | |
| 2010 | 54 | 24 | 2 | |
| 2009 | 14 | 10 | 2 | |
| 2008 | 39 | 24 | 4 | |
| 2007 | 58 | 35 | 4 |
Heaviest year here is 2016 at 19.3 complaints per run; lightest is 2026 at 1.2. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 34% of everything Hyundai Tucson owners report: Engine, 2,335 of 6,090 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 20 | 88 | |
| Power Train | 30 | 9 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 | 29 | |
| Service Brakes | 46 | 23 | |
| Electrical System | 21 | 34 | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 11 | |
| Structure | 14 | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 | 2 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 36 recall campaigns on the Hyundai Tucson; the 6 below cover build years 2006 to 2024. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 20V543000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2016–2021 |
| 13V113000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2006–2011 |
| 14V245000 | Air Bags | 2011–2014 |
| 23V651000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2010–2013 |
| 25V893000 | Trailer Hitches | 2022–2024 |
| 19V063000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 2011–2013 |
20V543000 was opened in 2020 on cars built from 2016: 4 years on the road before the recall.
The Tucson against its rivals
The Tucson draws 5.1 complaints per production run; the Toyota RAV4 2.3, the Jeep Wrangler 4.7 and the Honda CR-V 3.7. That is the highest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson | 6,090 | 1,188 | 3.8% | |
| Toyota RAV4 | 8,453 | 3,661 | 8.5% | |
| Jeep Wrangler | 14,316 | 3,055 | 3.2% | |
| Honda CR-V | 14,848 | 4,017 | 5.1% |
How serious were they
Of the 6,090 reports on the Hyundai Tucson, 3.8% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Hyundai Tucson | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 6,090 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 229 (3.8%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 138 (2.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 211 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 34% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Hyundai Tucson share of that is 6,090 complaints over 1,188 runs, 0.55% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Tucson VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 6,090 NHTSA complaints from 1,188 Tucson runs and 36 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Tucson production run has the most complaints?
KM8J33A29GU, a 2016 build, with 61 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Tucson run has 5.1.
Which Tucson years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2016 is heaviest at 19.3 complaints per run and 2026 lightest at 1.2.
Does the Tucson get more complaints than the Toyota RAV4?
Yes: 5.1 complaints per production run for the Tucson against 2.3 for the Toyota RAV4.
How many Tucson complaints involve a crash?
3.8% of 6,090 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 138 involved a fire.
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