The vehicle dossier US · 2023

2023 Hyundai
TUCSONProblems & recalls

133 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 78 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.

Snapshot Sep 28, 2026Live NHTSA complaint API How this dossier is compiled

01 / Owner-reported evidence

What owners reported.

Categories attached to 133 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.

Other components78 reports
Electrical system26 reports
Engine23 reports
Brakes18 reports
Fuel system18 reports
Transmission & drivetrain14 reports
Visibility7 reports
Steering6 reports
Air bags4 reports
Body & structure3 reports
Suspension2 reports
See original component labels
UNKNOWN OR OTHER32
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25
ENGINE23
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING19
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM17
SERVICE BRAKES16
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL15
POWER TRAIN14
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS12
STEERING6
EXTERIOR LIGHTING5
VISIBILITY/WIPER4
AIR BAGS4
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION3
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL2
WHEELS2
STRUCTURE:BODY2
SUSPENSION2
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING1
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT1
STRUCTURE1
BACK OVER PREVENTION1
PARKING BRAKE1
TIRES1
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN1
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
TRAILER HITCHES1

These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.

The reporting timeline

When reports arrived.

Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 5 years with reports.

Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Sep 17, 2026
Mileage, where supplied

17,120 miles is the median among 18 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 2,500–22,600 miles.

This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.

02 / Official safety campaigns

2 recall campaigns on file.

A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.

Dec 18, 2025 Safety recallTRAILER HITCHESCampaign 25V893000

A park-outside advisory is recorded. Verify applicability immediately with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

Reported concern

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 lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will remove the trailer wiring harness and install a dust cap over the wiring receptacle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.

Manufacturer campaign: 290

Read campaign 25V893000 at NHTSA
Jul 27, 2023 Safety recallPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMPCampaign 23V526000

A park-outside advisory is recorded. Verify applicability immediately with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

Manufacturer campaign: 246

Read campaign 23V526000 at NHTSA
Check this car’s VIN at NHTSA

03 / The manufacturer’s record

Instructions. Updates. Responses.

56 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.

Aug 4, 2026 Warranty Program/ExtensionZ08 OLCertain 2022 – 2025 model year Santa Cruz and 2022 – 2025 model year Tucson vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. At Hyundai, we are committe…NHTSA ID 11036205

Certain 2022 – 2025 model year Santa Cruz and 2022 – 2025 model year Tucson vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. At Hyundai, we are committed to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and value. In an effort to meet this commitment, the warranty coverage for the Wiper Motor Crank Arm Nut under these conditions has been extended to 10 years/100,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners.

Campaign / software reference: Z08

Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036205 at NHTSA
Jul 6, 2026 Warranty Program/Extension26-BD-007H DCSSome Tucson (NX4A and NX4M) and Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the wip…NHTSA ID 11035138

Some Tucson (NX4A and NX4M) and Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the wiper motor crank arm nut under this condition to 10 years / 100,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever comes first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners. Follow the procedure in Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 26-BD-007H to replace the wiper motor crank arm nut to address this condition.

Campaign / software reference: Z08

Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11035138 at NHTSA
Jul 6, 2026 Warranty Program/Extension26-BD-007H DNSome Tucson (NX4A and NX4M) and Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the wip…NHTSA ID 11035137

Some Tucson (NX4A and NX4M) and Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the wiper motor crank arm nut under this condition to 10 years / 100,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever comes first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners.

Campaign / software reference: Z08

Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11035137 at NHTSA
Jul 6, 2026 Warranty Program/Extension26-BD-007H TSBSome Tucson (NX4A and NX4M) and Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the wip…NHTSA ID 11035136

Some Tucson (NX4A and NX4M) and Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may have front wipers that do not return to the designated park position due to a loose wiper motor crank arm nut. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the wiper motor crank arm nut under this condition to 10 years / 100,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever comes first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the wiper motor crank arm nut to address this condition.

Campaign / software reference: Z08

Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11035136 at NHTSA
Jun 17, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions26-EE-007H TSBSome Palisade (LX2), Tucson (NX4), and Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV) vehicles may experience battery drain due to continuous operation of the cooling fan after vehicle ignition has been turned off, potentially resulting in a no-start…NHTSA ID 11034027

Some Palisade (LX2), Tucson (NX4), and Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV) vehicles may experience battery drain due to continuous operation of the cooling fan after vehicle ignition has been turned off, potentially resulting in a no-start condition. The continuous cooling fan operation is caused by a stuck relay in the engine room PCB block. This bulletin provides instructions to replace the engine room PCB block to ensure the proper operation of the cooling fan.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11034027 at NHTSA
May 27, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions26-GI-002H TSBThis bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation sy…NHTSA ID 11033710

This bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update Key Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11033710 at NHTSA
Apr 18, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions26-EE-003H TSBSome vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic …NHTSA ID 11031400

Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11031400 at NHTSA
Apr 10, 2026 OtherDTN DLThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN…NHTSA ID 11032523

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during deployment, posing a serious risk of injury or death due to metal fragments entering the vehicle cabin. To date, Hyundai is aware of three people who have died while driving a Hyundai vehicle with one of these substandard replacement airbag inflators that deployed in what likely would have been a survivable crash. NHTSA has issued a public advisory urging vehicle owners and service professionals to have vehicles inspected if there is reason to believe that a non-genuine replacement airbag may have been installed. Vehicles with salvage or rebuilt titles, prior airbag deployments, or unknown repair histories may present a higher risk. NHTSA strongly cautions against self-inspection by vehicle owners and recommends inspection by trained technicians.

Components: AIR BAGS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11032523 at NHTSA
Apr 10, 2026 OtherDTN DCSThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co.…NHTSA ID 11032522

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached announcement, provided by NHTSA, for more details.

Components: AIR BAGS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11032522 at NHTSA
Feb 25, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions26-AD-001H TSBSome 2019MY and newer vehicles equipped with a front view camera may illuminate certain warning lights and trigger DTC C272246 fault code for the front camera. In the following cases, the front camera auto-calibration range may…NHTSA ID 11029906

Some 2019MY and newer vehicles equipped with a front view camera may illuminate certain warning lights and trigger DTC C272246 fault code for the front camera. In the following cases, the front camera auto-calibration range may be exceeded while driving: • If the front camera is not properly installed and is completely or partially detached. • In case of excessive changes affecting the vehicle's balance (e.g., loading excessively heavy cargo in a specific location of the vehicle, or significant under-inflation of the tires). • Specific road conditions affecting the vehicle's balance (e.g., excessive road crown) This TSB provides instructions on how to service the vehicle when the front camera related warning light(s) are triggered due to system out of calibration (DTC_C272246).

Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS · LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST · LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11029906 at NHTSA
Feb 21, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions26-AT-002HSome Santa Fe (TMA) and Tucson (NX4A) vehicles equipped with a 2.5L GDI engine and 8 speed automatic transmission may have DTC U028700 (Lost Communication With Trans Fluid Pump Module) set by the transmission Electric Oil Pump …NHTSA ID 11028968

Some Santa Fe (TMA) and Tucson (NX4A) vehicles equipped with a 2.5L GDI engine and 8 speed automatic transmission may have DTC U028700 (Lost Communication With Trans Fluid Pump Module) set by the transmission Electric Oil Pump (EOP). This DTC can cause the Idle Stop & Go (ISG) system to become inoperative. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the Electric Oil Pump on affected vehicles.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11028968 at NHTSA
Feb 12, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions26-BE-003H TSBSome Tucson (NX4A) vehicles may have an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. This bulletin provides instructions on how to replace both inoperative horns.NHTSA ID 11028954

Some Tucson (NX4A) vehicles may have an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. This bulletin provides instructions on how to replace both inoperative horns.

Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11028954 at NHTSA
Browse all manufacturer records by page

Records below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.

04 / Agency investigations

Official inquiries.

An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.

No investigation records matched this model-year in the snapshot.

Your next step

Take good questions
to the inspection.

Use these prompts with a qualified inspector. This page is research, not a diagnosis or a substitute for a hands-on inspection.