Is the Hyundai Tucson Reliable?
2005–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Tucson Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 18 | 5 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2025 | 3 | 208 | 9 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2024 | 2 | 89 | 9 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2023 | 0 | 128 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 410 | 14 | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2021 | 0 | 44 | 5 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 101 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 253 | 5 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | 250 | 7 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 699 | 10 | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Tucson Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Tucson scores 4 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Hyundai Tucson Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2200 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Tucson reliable?+
The Hyundai Tucson scores 64/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 8 recall campaigns and 2200 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Tucson is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Tucson achieved the highest reliability score of 75/100 with 1 recall and 18 complaints.
How many miles does a Tucson last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Tucson owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Tucson will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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