NHTSA has received 148 owner complaints about the 2024 Hyundai Tucson, or 53.0 per year on the road — more complaints than typical (complaint index 1.31, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #71 of 89 by complaints per year (#1 = fewest). Against other Hyundai models its rate is about the same; against other Compact SUVs it is 12% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2023-09-20 and 2026-10-10. Median delay from incident to filing: 10 days.
148Complaints
53.0Complaints per year on the road
1.31Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
4Recalls · ⚠ 2
12.2%Share involving a crash or fire
68Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2023) drew 47.5 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2025) drew 243.9 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2024 model collected 84 complaints, 20% higher than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Electrical (15.5% of complaints), followed by Brakes (14.2%) and Driver-assist systems (14.2%). 18 reports (12.2%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 12 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 16 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the first year (37% of incidents). In the last 12 months 68 new complaints were filed, versus 38 in the 12 months before — up 79%.
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for this model year, 2 with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning.
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles1.31
vs. other Hyundai models0.98
vs. other 2024 models1.37
vs. other Compact SUVs0.88
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (84)1.2
I was driving at a low speed (10-15mph) with a safe distance between me and the vehicle in front of me when the semi truck in front came to an abrupt stop. I reacted appropriately by pressing on the brake, however, my car accelerated into the vehicle instead.
Driver-assist systems · 2026-08-25 · ODI 11759594 · Crash
While driving my 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid at approximately 20-25 mph approaching a red light, a sudden and total loss of brake power-assist occurred. Upon applying the brakes, the pedal became instantly rigid and rock-hard.
Brakes · 2026-06-24 · ODI 11746111 · Crash
While driving on the highway, my vehicle suddenly jerked, lost power, and displayed a “Check Hybrid System” warning. The diagnostic codes P112000 and P064A00, which were recorded by Hyundai Bluelink following today’s malfunction.
Transmission / powertrain · 2026-10-10 · ODI 11770270
NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY COMPLAINT Vehicle Information: * Year: 2024 * Make: Hyundai * Model: Tucson * VIN: [XXX] * Mileage: Approximately 65,000 * Dealership: Hyundai of [XXX] Complaint Description: I am filing this formal safety complaint regarding my 2024…
Electrical · 2026-10-08 · ODI 11769873
I was notified about a recall for the tow hitch wiring harness. I took it to the dealer to have it repaired. Instead of repairing it, they just removed the wiring harness from the vehicle.
Electrical · 2026-09-25 · ODI 11766857
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Summary: 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.
Remedy: 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.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Campaign 24V412000 · 2024-06-05
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 261.
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson vehicles. The tire and loading information label may incorrectly indicate information about a spare tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A label that incorrectly states spare tire pressure when there is no spare tire on-board may cause confusion during an emergency tire replacement, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire and loading information label, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 247.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP Campaign 23V526000 · 2023-07-27
⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning
Summary: 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.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: 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.
