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2016 Hyundai Tucson: recalls and problems

5 recalls and 1,626 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.

5recalls
1,626complaints
14crashes reported
26fires reported
7injuries reported
1 recall with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Power Train517 · 32%
  • Engine424 · 26%
  • Unknown Or Other264 · 16%
  • Structure227 · 14%
  • Electrical System213 · 13%
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages158 · 10%
  • Vehicle Speed Control112 · 7%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System55 · 3%
  • Service Brakes35 · 2%
  • Visibility29 · 2%

What owners report

Unknown Or Other

Description of defect: progressive, complete failure of all four (4) power window regulators on a low-mileage 2016 hyundai tucson (~29,848 miles). three windows failed in rapid succession, followed by the fourth, rendering all power windows completely inoperable. safety hazard: the inability to operate any window creates a dangerous safety risk during driving and emergency situations, including restricted egress dur

Vehicle Speed Control

When i try accelerate from a stopped position vehicles acts as if it doesn’t want to move and you need your acceleration when crossing traffic or turning onto a busy street i just got the car from carmax 6 days ago so i will take it to their service department and try to find out more

Engine

Excessive oil consumption. mileage is 116.7k miles. over 4 quarts used in approximately 3,500 miles. car went into "limp" mode with no power. top speed on level ground was 45 mph, on a hill 25 mph. had to pull over to the side of the road so that other cars could pass. drove to mechanic who saw about 1 quart remained in the car. oil light didn't go on. service engine light flashed when the car went into "limp" mode

Power Train,Electrical System,Latches/Locks/Linkages

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 side doors failed to open. the dealer was notified of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associat

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2016 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2016 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Tucson. Last refreshed 2026-11-15.