VIN REPORT

5NMJFCAE5NH1521522022 HYUNDAI TucsonSEL Convenience Pkg

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Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
Clear
No open recalls
Safety Grade
B-
80/100 composite
Complaints
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
4 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2022 HYUNDAI Tucson was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. No open recalls, complaints, or auction appearances were found — a clean result.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2022 HYUNDAI Tucson

2022 HYUNDAI Tucson was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. No open recalls, complaints, or auction appearances were found — a clean result.

Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
HYUNDAI
Model
Tucson
Year
2022
Trim / Series
SEL Convenience Pkg
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
4-cyl 2.5L
Transmission
Automatic
Doors
4
Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR MANUFACTURING ALABAMA LLC (HMMA)
Assembly
ALABAMA, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

B-
Score: 80/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety30/30
Complaint History30/30
0/100Clear

✓ No high-risk recall components found

65/100
Advanced
10 of 20 safety features detected

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision WarningStandard
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard
Pedestrian AEBStandard
Rear AEB?Unknown
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Lane Keep AssistStandard
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot Monitoring?Unknown
Rear Cross Traffic Alert?Unknown
Adaptive Cruise Control?Unknown
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High BeamStandard
Parking Assist?Unknown
Backup CameraStandard
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data Recorder?Unknown
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard
Keyless Ignition?Unknown
Recalls

Deferred Failure Risk

Components and defects approaching or past their known service milestones

28/100
Monitor Deferred Risk
3 component(s) approaching service intervals within the next 20,000 miles. Factor routine maintenance costs into your ownership budget.
No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~48,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
DUE SOONHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 60,000 mi · Est. ~48,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Transmission Fluid / Service service before 60,000 mi
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighDifferential / Transfer Case Fluid
Service interval: 4 yr · Vehicle age: 4 yr · Past due by age
Service Differential / Transfer Case Fluid immediately — already past the 50,000 mi / 4 yr interval
On 4WD/AWD vehicles, neglected differential or transfer case fluid causes metal-on-metal wear. Replacement costs $1,500–$4,000.
DUE SOONHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~48,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Coolant Flush service before 100,000 mi
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.

NHTSA Safety Recalls

CLEAR
0found
No Recall Campaigns Found
NHTSA has no active or historical recalls for this 2022 HYUNDAI.
Complaints
Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$40,109
~$668/mo over 5 yrs
$0.8/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$14,025
Maintenance
$7,500
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$7,084

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $40,109 (~$668/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2022 HYUNDAI Tucson — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$2,190–$2,780/yr
~$183–$232/mo
Liability Only
$530–$680/yr
~$44–$57/mo
Category: MainstreamCritical surcharge risk
Very High theft risk model: +30% to comprehensive premium

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Market & Background Signals

Theft risk, fleet history, dealer patterns, and emissions compliance

Very High
6.8× national average · 72/1,000 vehicles
Recovery rate:65%of stolen HYUNDAI Tucsons are recovered

HYUNDAI Tucson has a Very High theft risk — 6.8× the national average. Insurance premiums are likely significantly above class average.

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

HYUNDAI has been fined $131M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2022: Failure to promptly recall vehicles with engine fire risk.

2020$81MFailure to recall vehicles with Theta II engine defect in a timely manner
2022$50MFailure to promptly recall vehicles with engine fire risk

State-Specific Legal Protections

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN5NMJFCAE5NH152152
Model Year2022
MakeHYUNDAI
ModelTucson
TrimSEL Convenience Pkg
SeriesWagon Body Style
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Doors4
Seat Rows5
Drive Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel TypeGasoline
TransmissionAutomatic

Engine

Engine Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2.5

Manufacturer

ManufacturerHYUNDAI MOTOR MANUFACTURING ALABAMA LLC (HMMA)
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)5NM
Check Digit (Char 9)5
Model Year Code (Char 10)N
Plant Code (Char 11)H
Sequence (Chars 12–17)152152

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count0
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

5
1
N
2
M
3
J
4
F
5
C
6
A
7
E
8
5
9
N
10
H
11
1
12
5
13
2
14
1
15
5
16
2
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
5
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
N
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
M
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
JFCAE
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
5
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
N
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
H
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
152152
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (5)
Model Year Character
"N" → 2022
Could also be 1992
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 6/19/2026, 9:10:23 AM.