2013 Hyundai Tucson problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (142) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (30) · Power Train (14)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Hyundai Tucson model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
🛣️ Complaints by mileage
159 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module 2023-09-22 · campaign 23V651000 · 1,649,478 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: 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 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2019-02-05 · campaign 19V063000 · 120,000 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.
Air Bags 2014-05-13 · campaign 14V245000 · 137,500 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.
Service bulletins (119)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Back Over Prevention: Warnings 2026-10-15 · 26-GI-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (pdw) sensor(s) that may trigger various dtcs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the pdw sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. this condition may be a res
Engine 2026-10-08 · 26-EM-016H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. all internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operatio
Engine 2026-10-07 · 26-EM-015H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. this bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. all internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operatio
Air Bags 2026-04-10 · DTN DL · Other
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 vehi
Air Bags 2026-04-10 · DTN DCS · Other
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
Engine 2026-03-26 · 26-01-033H TSB · Warranty Program/Extension
this tsb references the op codes to use for claim submission and the parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from tsb 22-01-023h-2 (dtc p1326 – engine bearing inspection/engine replacement) or the latest version.
Showing the 6 most recent of 119 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-07-21 · Fuel/Propulsion System“i was driving on the highway going 65 mph and scared when the engine started clicking and shaking a tiny bit. plus it was slowing down no matter what i did. well in a 4 lane highway. there was no engine light, no previous issues. the car drove great until this issue. i had the car only 3 months. now i am afraid to drive it because i had se…”
2026-06-07 · Unknown Or Other“left front latch assembly. there is a recall on this for every other model except mine, yet i cannot get in my car because the cables have stretched and the latch will not open the door. i have to crawl in from the other side to open the driver's door. if this is a known issue and there are recalls on all other models, why would i have to spend $80…”
2026-05-30 · Engine“my 2013 hyundai tucson with 89,417 miles experienced complete engine failure due to severe rod knock from connecting rod bearing wear. this vehicle was brought to our local hyundai dealership with confirmed diagnosis. this is a well-documented manufacturing defect in the 2.4l theta ii engine. this vehicle was bought 10/28/205 with 29,494 miles. …”
2026-04-24 · Engine“on monday, [xxx], i was traveling northbound on [xxx] headed towards roanoke from salem at an approximate speed of 65 mph. at approximately mile marker [xxx], before the exit to [xxx] , the vehicle started to lose power rapidly, and the car began to go into what i perceived as "limp mode" and was shaking. in an attempt to not be stranded on one …”
2026-04-22 · Service Brakes“ dear nhtsa, i am the owner of a 2013 hyundai tucson. on march 28, 2026, my husband took our vehicle to keyes hyundai van nuys dealership for a recall repair. however, the repair was not completed because a required part (brake fuse) was not available and had to be ordered. it has now been several weeks, and we have made multiple follow-up calls…”
2026-02-03 · Engine“i am having issues with the main window switch for the second time. 1 out of 3 windows goes down but not back up. also i took it for a check up and found nothing but the engine is making a loud noise and shakes the car when in drive. i don’t feel safe driving this car sometimes.…”
2025-10-17 · Tires“the driver side front sidewall developed a shake then a crack appeared in the sidewall about 4 inches long. the other tires show signs of dry rott. they have worn away to nothing in 21k miles less than a year. can provide mechanic reports of the validity of my car's parts cause ive had a horrible vibration and sound. turns out the tires are coming …”
2025-09-04 · Unknown Or Other“driver's rear passenger door. locked and unable to open. was functional then won't open. no safety lock engaged. i can hear the locks when trying to unlock with keyfob. door handles are attached but can not use to open. poses a safety issue in case of emergency child can not exit through the door. will have to use other door to exit.…”
2025-06-06 · Power Train · 60,000 mi“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai tucson. the contact stated while driving and exceeding 30 mph, the transmission was slipping out of gear. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to a dealer located in canada, where it was diagnosed that the transmission sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired.…”
2025-05-02 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic“the contact owns a 2013 hyundai tucson. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v651000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. t…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.