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HYUNDAI TUCSON (2005–2025) — Technical Guide, Fault Codes & Maintenance
Built 2005–2025 · all production years covered on this single page
2.0L I4 Nu Flex • Gasoline
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Every figure on this Hyundai Tucson (2005–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Hyundai Tucson (2005–2025) is powered by a 2.0L I4 Nu Flex engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
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COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
1.0h
€70 – €90
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.1h
€77 – €99
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.4h
€28 – €36
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
2.0h
€140 – €180
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| ABS Pump | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Brake Booster | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Coolant Flush | 1.0h | € 45–€ 75 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Alternator | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Amplifier | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Antenna | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Camshaft R&R | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| DEF Injector | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| DEF Tank | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| DPF Delete Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Diesel Particulate Filter | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| AC Compressor | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Condenser | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Evaporator | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Idler Arm | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Kickdown Cable | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Cable | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Linkage | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Solenoids - All | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Torque Converter | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
📋 RECALLS & TSB (35)
NHTSA 23V038000
Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars
Date: 31/01/2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
NHTSA 16V628000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
Date: 30/08/2016
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 i…
NHTSA 16V057000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit And Lines
Date: 28/01/2016
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…
NHTSA 23V526000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Fluid/Lubricant › Pump
Date: 27/07/2023
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.
NHTSA 05V342000
Parking Brake
Date: 27/07/2005
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE PARKING LEVER RATCHET PAWL WAS NOT PROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MAY DAMAGE THE TEETH OF THE PARKING LEVER RATCHET. DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET TEETH MAY PREVENT THE PARKING BRAKE FROM ENGAGING OR MAY ALLOW THE PARKING BRAKE TO RELEASE AFTE…
NHTSA 05V177000
Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc)
Date: 27/04/2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY BECOME TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY RECALIBRATE INACCURATELY. WHILE DRIVING THE ESP PROGRAM MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE TO REDUCE POWER AND MAY CAUSE A BRAKE AT ONE OF THE WHEELS TO BE…
NHTSA 25V549000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Critical Fasteners
Date: 26/08/2025
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
NHTSA 11V259000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 26/04/2011
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TUCSON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 27, 2010, THROUGH APRIL 17, 2010 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT," FOR THE PHOTOMETRY REQUIREMENT…
NHTSA 05V119000
Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc)
Date: 25/03/2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY BECOME TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY RECALIBRATE INACCURATELY. WHILE DRIVING THE ESP PROGRAM MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE TO REDUCE POWER AND MAY CAUSE A BRAKE AT ONE OF THE WHEELS TO BE…
NHTSA 10V061000
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Date: 25/02/2010
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TUCSON VEHICLES. PROPERLY SEATED ADULT RIGHT FRONT SEAT PASSENGERS WEIGHING OVER APPROXIMATELY 240 POUNDS CAUSE THE PASSIVE OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) MODULE PROGRAM TO ILLUMINATE THE "AIR BAG" WARNING LAMP.
NHTSA 16V348000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Date: 24/05/2016
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015 to March 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately se…
NHTSA R/2005/123
Parking Brake May Not Engage
Date: 24-10-2005
Certain vehicles were produced with improperly manufactured parking brake pawls. This may cause the parking brake lever not to engage when applying the lever.
NHTSA 06V445000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 22/11/2006
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DURING STATIC AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTING CONDUCTED BY NHTSA USING FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE DUMMIES INDICATED IF A SMALL STATURED ADULT DRIVER, NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT, IS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL OR NEAR FRONTAL CRASH, DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AIR B…
NHTSA 23V651000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 22/09/2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicl…
NHTSA 25V809000
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain
Date: 21/11/2025
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson, 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2026 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
NHTSA 16V842000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 21/11/2016
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory tra…
NHTSA 09V280000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 21/07/2009
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE B…
NHTSA 24V877000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 20/11/2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The console extension wiring assembly may be routed improperly, allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal.
NHTSA 25V893000
Trailer Hitches
Date: 19/12/2025
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lig…
NHTSA 21V727000
Engine
Date: 17/09/2021
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
NHTSA 09V122000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 15/04/2009
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE…
NHTSA 24V691000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 13/09/2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson vehicles. The glove box air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA 14V245000
Air Bags
Date: 13/05/2014
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.
NHTSA R/2021/220
The Side Curtain Airbag Could Potentially Be Assembled In A Twisted Condition
Date: 12-07-2021
The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition.
NHTSA 16V147000
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights
Date: 10/03/2016
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured May 26, 2015 to January 15, 2016 and equipped with an accessory trailer hitch harness either included with the accessory trailer hitch or sold as a service part. In the affe…
NHTSA 07V197000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 08/05/2007
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, STATIC AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTING CONDUCTED BY NHTSA USING FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE DUMMIES INDICATED THAT A SMALL STATURE ADULT DRIVER NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT AND INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL OR NEAR FRONTAL CRASH, THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AIR BAG MAY NOT OCCUR.
NHTSA R/2021/035
The Abs/Esc Control Unit May Short Circuit
Date: 08-03-2021
The ABS/ESC control unit may short circuit.
NHTSA 05V315000
Parking Brake
Date: 07/07/2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET PAWL WAS NOT PROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MY DAMAGE THE TEETH OF THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET. DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET TEETH MAY PREVENT THE PARKING BRAKE FROM ENGAGING OR MAY ALLOW THE PARKING BRAKE …
NHTSA 24V412000
Steering › Electric Power Assist System
Date: 05/06/2024
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.
NHTSA 19V063000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 05/02/2019
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
NHTSA 20V543000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 04/09/2020
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode…
NHTSA 23V556000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 04/08/2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson vehicles. The tire and loading information label may incorrectly indicate information about a spare tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbe…
NHTSA 22V056000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 03/02/2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartmen…
NHTSA 21V938000
Electrical System › Software
Date: 02/12/2021
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson vehicles. The software installed in the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) may be incompatible with the vehicle, which could result in inoperative headlights and/or taillights.
NHTSA 13V113000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 01/04/2013
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, a…
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1
Powertrain
P0171
System Too Lean Bank 1
Powertrain
P0300
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature
Powertrain
P0455
EVAP System Leak Detected (Gross Leak)
Powertrain
P0700
Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
Powertrain
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P3893
powertrain
HIGHP3892
powertrain
MODERATEP3891
powertrain
MODERATEP3890
powertrain
MODERATEP3881
powertrain
HIGHP3880
powertrain
HIGHP3871
powertrain
CRITICALP3870
powertrain
MODERATEP3852
powertrain
CRITICALP3851
powertrain
HIGHP3850
powertrain
MODERATEP3839
powertrain
MODERATEP3838
powertrain
MODERATEP3837
powertrain
MODERATEP3836
powertrain
MODERATEP3835
powertrain
MODERATEP3834
powertrain
MODERATEP3833
powertrain
HIGHP3832
powertrain
HIGHP3831
powertrain
MODERATE
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
57 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
TPMS Warning (Hyundai)Tyres
e-4WD Fault (Hyundai)Chassis
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
Lane Keeping Assist Off (Hyundai)ADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
BlueLink Connected (Hyundai)Electrical
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
5958 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Hyundai Tucson across model years 2005–2025. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
215 crash reports 139 fires 217 injuries 1 death
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 20161599
Model year 20171063
Model year 2018374
Model year 2019363
Model year 2022348
Model year 2013263
Model year 2012253
Model year 2025229
Most reported components (all years)
Engine2090
Power Train1063
Unknown Or Other726
Service Brakes659
Electrical System617
Structure362
Sample reports
MANY 2010S HYUNDAIS HAVE AN ISSUE WITH DOORS GETTING STUCK CLOSED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ANY KNOWN CAUSE. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE AND HYUNDAI IS CHARGING $1000+ TO FIX IT. HERE IS A LINK WITH MANY OTHER OWNERS EXPERIENCING THE SAME… (MY 2013)
THE AUTOMATIC DUAL CLUTCH HESITATES WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE AND HAS ALMOST CAUSED MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS ON THE EXPRESSWAY DUE TO THIS ISSUE, ESPECIALLY WHEN MERGING OR TURNING. VEHICLE STALLS FOR 30 SECONDS OR MORE. (MY 2017)
I RECIEVED A RECALL ON MY 2019 HYUNDAI TUCSON BUT THE DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THEY ARE UNABLE TO GET THE PART TO FIX IT. (MY 2019)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V543000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MA… (MY 2019)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 2005–2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Hyundai Tucson have any safety recalls?
Yes — 32 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC), EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.
What does fault code P0003 mean on the Hyundai Tucson?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0002 mean on the Hyundai Tucson?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0001 mean on the Hyundai Tucson?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are transmission problems common on the Hyundai Tucson?
Yes — 618 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the transmission. One owner reported: “VEHICLE WILL START MOVING IF ON AN INCLINE WHILE IN PARK. DEALER HAS ADJUSTED SHIFTER CABLE SEVERAL TIMES AND KEEPS RETURNING TO THE BEING ABLE TO PUSH THE CAR WHILE IN PARK CONDITION 9-12 MONTHS LAT…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Hyundai Tucson?
Yes — 1226 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “I acquired my vehicle as a used car. Although, to my knowledge my vehicle air bags have not deployed, the air bag light is illuminated on my dash panel and this issue is preventing me from obtaining a…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are engine problems common on the Hyundai Tucson?
Yes — 1679 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the engine. One owner reported: “INITIAL ISSUES ON VEHICLE PRESENTED IN JANUARY 2021 WITH VARIOUS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODES INCLUDING P0133. ALTHOUGH VEHICLE PASSED EMISSIONS IN 2020, VARIOUS CHECK ENGINE CODES FOR MASS AIR FLOW SENSO…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Hyundai Tucson (2005–2025)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Hyundai Tucson (2005–2025) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Hyundai Tucson (2005–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
Have a specific fault code on your Hyundai Tucson (2005–2025)? Search the code in the OBD2 section of this page or use the full TroubleAtlas DTC database. Need tyres? Compare prices and compatible sizes in the TroubleAtlas comparator.