2022 Hyundai Tucson problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (109) · Power Train (49) · Engine (40)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
46 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Trailer Hitches 2025-12-18 · campaign 25V893000 · 51,587 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: 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.
Risk: Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Structure:critical Fasteners 2023-01-31 · campaign 23V038000 · 16,104 vehicles
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
Risk: A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.
Electrical System:software 2021-12-02 · campaign 21V938000 · 12 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: Inoperative headlights or taillights can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers updated the ICU software, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 214.
Service bulletins (105)
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.
Electrical System 2026-10-29 · 26-01-085H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain tucson (nx4, nx4a), tucson hybrid (nx4 hev), and tucson plug-in hybrid (nx4 phev) vehicles may be eligible for the installation of the latest oem tow hitch harness on the vehicle. this bulletin provides the procedure to install the latest oem tow hitch harness.
Electrical System 2026-10-29 · 26-01-085H DN · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain tucson (nx4, nx4a), tucson hybrid (nx4 hev), and tucson plug-in hybrid (nx4 phev) vehicles may be eligible for the installation of the latest oem tow hitch harness on the vehicle.
Electrical System 2026-10-27 · 26-GI-003H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update. the changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. refer to the 2026 2nd navigation map and software update key improv
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
Showing the 6 most recent of 105 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-28 · Visibility/Wiper“the windshield wipers were set to auto during a torrential downpour. when they increased to a high speed of wiping, we heard a large crack and the windshield wiper had completely broke on us. we were going around 45 mph on a highway and were 1 hour away from our destination. we had little to no visibility for the remainder of the car ride as it con…”
2026-10-28 · Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly · 70,800 mi“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai tucson. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the sunroof glass shattered without impact. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the sunroof glass was replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 70,800.…”
2026-10-27 · Visibility · 30,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai tucson. the contact stated that while attempting to operate the windshield wipers, the wiper blades froze. the contact attempted to restart the wiper blades cycle, but the failure reoccurred repeatedly. the contact stated that the failure created a safety hazard while driving in inclement weather. the dealer was cont…”
2026-10-12 · Unknown Or Other“the fuel door doesn't work. my safety is at risk because i cannot put gas in my car. if i can't put gas in my car then it will stop working. if it starts working, the car becomes useless. there were no warning lights or anything. this is a common problem and should have a lifetime warranty.…”
2026-10-08 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings“approximately one week after having my oil changed at a hyundai dealership, i began experiencing intermittent collision safety alerts and multiple dashboard warning lights. on three separate occasions when i started the vehicle, warnings appeared for the forward and rear collision systems, along with multiple other sensor warnings and engine warni…”
2026-10-06 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 20,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 hyundai tucson. the contact stated while driving at 5 mph, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. the contact stated that the vehicle independently accelerated. the contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed with force and the vehicle stopped. the failure was intermittent at fi…”
2026-09-30 · Power Train“on three occasions my car suddenly stopped transferring power by not accelerating when the gas pedal was pressed. the first time the engine light came on and when i brought it for service they said it was a sensor covered by warranty and repaired it. the second time it happened while i was trying to merge with traffic on the highway. i took an exit…”
2026-09-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my car suddenly broke down on the side of a busy highway halfway through my workday. when attempting to restart it, all warning lights came on on the dashboard and i could see white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe while the car shook. i had it towed to the nearest hyundai dealership and they confirmed it was broken fuel injector(s). i do not…”
2026-09-10 · Fuel/Propulsion System“vehicle fuel injector code p053f84 reading on 9/9/26, this is the second time vehicle was taken to the dealership for the exact same problem, the idle button in orange, and displayed, first visit while vehicle within warranty limits technician stated couldn't find anything wrong, now vehicle is out of warranty and dealership wants $1300 to fix …”
2026-09-03 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings“i had just started accelerating from a stop light at 715 am on a clear morning. i was not close to any other cars and there was no traffic entering. without warning my collision warning came on and brought the car to a sudden stop. this is damgerous and i am lucky i was not rear ended …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.