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2018 Hyundai Tucson: recalls and problems

1 recall and 398 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

1recalls
398complaints
13crashes reported
9fires reported
10injuries reported
1 recall with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine243 · 61%
  • Power Train101 · 25%
  • Unknown Or Other44 · 11%
  • Electrical System27 · 7%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System22 · 6%
  • Service Brakes21 · 5%
  • Service Brakes (Hydraulic)20 · 5%
  • Vehicle Speed Control16 · 4%
  • Exterior Lighting13 · 3%
  • Engine And Engine Cooling8 · 2%

What owners report

Electrical System,Exterior Lighting

Issues: 1. stop lights failure light turns on and off. 2. engine light failure notification turns on and off. 3. headlights low bims failure notification turns on and off. actions taken: 1. headlights low bims bulbs were changed. 2. engine light codes reviewed and updated as report showed; however, warning light still turning on. 3. stop light fuse has been changed, light bulbs still working.

Electrical System,Unknown Or Other

While driving to work, the vehicle abruptly shut down in the middle of the highway. there were no signs or warning given. the vehicle was towed almost 100 miles home. the vehicle was later jump started and the alternator and battery were tested and it passed all tests.

Engine

Engine stalls jurks lose of power engine light blinking excessive oil use

Power Train

There is a definite known problem with the transmissions in all 2018 hyundai tucsons and maybe other model years as well. this is well documented via the internet by the number of articles concerning this ongoing problem! this problem seems to have been unresolved over a pretty long period of time now! it is most definitely a safety issue and should be addressed. when issue happens it leaves the vehicle at the mercy

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

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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