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2026 Hyundai Tucson Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 4 NHTSA recalls and 38 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Hyundai Tucson

The 2026 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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67/100

Use Caution — 2026 Hyundai Tucson

The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

4
NHTSA Recalls
4 recalls on record
38
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
9
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2026 Hyundai Tucson (4)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Hyundai dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #25V549000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #26V047000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #26V254000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #26V316000
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Most Common Problems — 2026 Hyundai Tucson

Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Forward Collision Avoidance
12
Service Brakes
12
Unknown Or Other
4
Electrical System
3
Lane Departure
2
Tires
1
Engine
1
Exterior Lighting
1
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Hyundai Tucson — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2026 model year is highlighted.

2020 164 complaints 2021 67 complaints 2022 355 complaints 2023 116 complaints 2024 81 complaints 2025 246 complaints 2026 38 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2022 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2021, 2026 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2026 Hyundai Tucson

Is the 2026 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson has 4 recalls and 38 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Tucson have?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has 4 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson are: Forward Collision Avoidance, Service Brakes, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2026 Hyundai Tucson safe to buy?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 4 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Hyundai Tucson should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Hyundai Tucson are: 2021, 2026. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2022.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.