283 of the 2,247 complaints about the Hyundai Tucson (12.6%) concern Brakes, making it the model's second-largest problem area. That share is 2.1× the Brakes share across all tracked vehicles.
283Complaints · Brakes
12.6%Share of complaints
2.08×vs. all vehicles
68Last 12 months
12.4%Share involving a crash or fire
1Related recalls
Analysis
By model year, Brakes complaints peak with the 2019 model (101, 27% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2021 model (9). 68 Brakes complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 26 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
Owners most often describe: “notification brakes”, “brakes hydraulic”, “hydraulic recall”, “confirmed available” and “distribution”. 36 of these reports (12.4%) describe a crash or fire, with 19 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
1 recall campaign relates to this area, most recently campaign 20V543000 (2020-09-04, model years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021).
ABS light on dash is illuminated due to no known cause. Mechanic explained that the ABS system will not work when the light is illuminated which, I believe, contributed to a "fender bender" my vehicle was involved in due to the ABS system failure.
Brakes · 2026-08-28 · ODI 11760202 · Crash
Unintended acceleration and brake failure. While in the parking lot at [XXX]. The check brake warning light came on and prior to this when pressing the gas pedal the car was not responding or going very slow.
Brakes · 2026-08-10 · ODI 11755864 · Crash
All four rotors warped with 7,209 miles it still had 8mm of metal and the dealership is saying it for hard braking which just about impossible!!
Brakes · 2026-08-31 · ODI 11761069
When the vehicle in front of me stopped quickly, I braked quickly but did not hit the car. At that time, all the lights on my dashboard went off and were still on when I took the car to dealer for a diagnosis.
Brakes · 2026-08-20 · ODI 11758362
I was sold this vehicle as new. Then I look it up and it has these recalls. They should have to buy it back
Brakes · 2026-08-14 · ODI 11756929
My 2025 Hyundai Tucson required the front brake rotors to be resurfaced at approximately 12,200 miles. The Hyundai dealership diagnosed the rotors as overheated and warped, despite the brake pads being in good condition.
Brakes · 2026-08-08 · ODI 11755663
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Campaign 20V543000 · 2020-09-04 · Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning
Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.
How common are Brakes problems on the Hyundai Tucson?
283 of the 2,247 complaints about the Hyundai Tucson (12.6%) concern Brakes, making it the model's second-largest problem area. That share is 2.1× the Brakes share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Hyundai Tucson model years have the most Brakes complaints?
By model year, Brakes complaints peak with the 2019 model (101, 27% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2021 model (9).
Is there a recall for Hyundai Tucson Brakes problems?
1 recall campaign relates to this area, most recently campaign 20V543000 (2020-09-04, model years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021).