Owners have reported 28 crashes, 5 fires and 56 injuries to NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
Owner complaints82
POWER TRAIN
Owners of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues related to the powertrain, particularly involving fuel injector failures and transmission problems. Complaints often describe sudden loss of power, difficulty accelerating, and vehicles entering limp mode, with several incidents occurring at highway speeds or during merging, presenting significant safety risks. Some reports involve the vehicle failing to restart or requiring towing, typically around 30,000 miles. Two crashes are noted, one due to unintended acceleration and another involving a child inadvertently shifting gears. These issues, combined with repeated repair attempts and unresolved problems, suggest potential reliability concerns for prospective buyers.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
Owner complaints78
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Owners report frequent failures of fuel injectors in the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, often resulting in misfiring, engine stalling, and loss of power. Complaints frequently mention symptoms such as the check engine light activating, rough idling, and sudden decreases in speed, sometimes occurring at highway speeds. These issues are typically reported around 20,000 to 30,000 miles, with some instances leading to systemic failures affecting other fuel system components. A few reports describe safety risks, including near-crash situations due to sudden deceleration and one confirmed crash. Additionally, some owners experience issues with the fuel door actuator, preventing refueling, which adds to the inconvenience and potential safety risks of running out of fuel.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
Owner complaints59
ENGINE
Owners report frequent issues with the fuel injectors in the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, with multiple complaints of injector failures leading to engine stalling and power loss. Symptoms commonly described include engine shaking, rough idling, misfires, and sudden loss of power, often occurring without warning lights. These issues typically emerge between 16,000 and 88,000 miles, with some owners experiencing repeated failures over time. Safety concerns are evident, as several owners mention incidents of stalling on highways, creating risks of collisions. Buyers considering a used 2022 Tucson should be aware of these recurring fuel injector problems and the potential for sudden power loss.
Owner complaints57
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with the electrical system, particularly involving malfunctioning horns and dashboard warning lights. Symptoms include horns failing multiple times, often requiring repeated replacements, and dashboard lights turning on unexpectedly, sometimes leading to power steering lockup or sudden vehicle shutdowns. These problems often occur at mileage ranging from around 28,000 to 76,500 miles. Safety implications are notable, with reports of fires starting in the engine bay and instances of vehicles stalling on highways, leading to dangerous situations. Buyers should be aware of these potential electrical issues and the associated safety risks when considering this model.
Severity signals: 3 crash, 1 fire, 2 injury reports
Owner complaints50
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Owners report several issues with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, particularly involving the panoramic sunroof shattering unexpectedly and fuel injector failures. Sunroof incidents often occur at highway speeds, with descriptions of loud bangs and shattered glass, while fuel injector issues lead to loss of power and vehicle stalling, typically around 30,000 miles. Complaints also highlight problems with the vehicle's collision avoidance system, which can trigger false alarms and unexpected braking, and electrical issues affecting audio systems and vehicle acceleration. Safety implications include crashes and fires, with some incidents resulting in property damage and potential risk to occupants. These patterns provide potential buyers with insights into recurring issues and associated safety risks.
Severity signals: 4 crash, 2 fire, 0 injury reports
Owner complaints19
SERVICE BRAKES
Owners of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with the service brakes, including automatic emergency braking activating unexpectedly and brake system failures. Typical symptoms include brakes not engaging, soft or unresponsive brake pedals, and the vehicle's automatic systems erroneously activating, leading to sudden stops without cause. Several complaints occur at a range of mileages, with some issues appearing as early as 8,000 miles. Safety implications are significant, with reports of three crashes, one fire, and two injuries linked to brake failures. Potential buyers should be aware of these patterns, which include both manual and automatic braking system malfunctions.
Severity signals: 3 crash, 1 fire, 2 injury reports
Owner complaints11
AIR BAGS
Owners of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with air bags failing to deploy during crashes, with nine out of eleven complaints involving accidents and some resulting in injuries. Common symptoms described include a lack of airbag deployment despite significant impacts and no prior warning lights or error messages. The complaints also mention airbag indicator lights activating around 62,000 miles, and concerns about brake failures leading to crashes. Safety implications are significant, with reports of crashes, injuries, and in one case, a fire following a collision. These patterns suggest potential reliability concerns for used car buyers considering this model, especially in terms of airbag functionality and overall vehicle safety.
Severity signals: 9 crash, 1 fire, 48 injury reports
Owner complaints11
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners report that the 2022 Hyundai Tucson's forward collision avoidance system frequently experiences unprompted emergency braking, often at highway speeds, which could increase the risk of rear-end collisions. Complaints frequently mention sudden, unnecessary braking with no obstacles present, sometimes accompanied by warning messages about blocked forward safety features. Several owners describe the system reactivating even after being manually disabled, and issues seem to arise at various mileages, with some reports as early as 500 miles. One incident involved a crash with an injury when the system failed to engage, highlighting potential safety implications. Buyers should be aware of these reported issues, especially for vehicles with mileage around 10,000 to 19,000.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
Owner complaints10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners report several issues with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson related to vehicle speed control, with a common pattern of unintended acceleration and difficulties in maintaining or achieving desired speeds. Symptoms frequently mentioned include the vehicle accelerating unexpectedly, failing to accelerate despite pressing the pedal, and cruise control settings changing without input. Mileage ranges from as low as 200 to over 47,000 miles, indicating these issues can occur at various points in the vehicle's life. Safety implications are notable, with two incidents involving crashes, one resulting in injury, and several owners describing near-miss situations. This information may be particularly relevant for potential buyers considering the vehicle's performance and reliability in speed control.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
Owner complaints6
STEERING
Owners of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with the steering system, particularly the steering wheel locking or becoming extremely difficult to turn while driving. This issue is often accompanied by warning lights on the dashboard, including those related to advanced driver assistance systems. Several complaints describe these steering problems occurring at low mileage, with one report at just 300 miles. One owner reports a crash linked to the unexpected engagement of the emergency brake, which they associate with ongoing steering and electrical issues. These complaints indicate potential safety risks, including loss of vehicle control and the risk of accidents, which prospective buyers should consider.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
