Owners have reported 12 crashes and 9 injuries to NHTSA for the 2024 Hyundai Tucson. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
Owner complaints18
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with the vehicle's electronic systems, including failure of the horn and unexpected activation of speed limits, which can require stopping to reset. Complaints also highlight problems with the vehicle's safety features, such as non-deploying airbags during crashes and malfunctioning sensors that fail to provide adequate warnings, leading to collisions. Multiple reports involve serious safety implications, including crashes with injuries, often occurring at relatively low mileages, such as around 14,600 miles. Additionally, several owners describe persistent mold odors from the air conditioning system and water leaks, even after recall repairs, suggesting potential design flaws. These issues may impact the safety and reliability of the vehicle, which prospective buyers should consider.
Severity signals: 4 crash, 0 fire, 3 injury reports
Owner complaints12
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners report that the 2024 Hyundai Tucson's forward collision avoidance system can unexpectedly engage the emergency braking while driving at highway speeds, even when there are no vehicles nearby. Complaints frequently mention abrupt braking that reduces speed significantly, often involving the emergency brake warning light and a brief loss of control for several seconds. These incidents are described as random and difficult to replicate, with some owners noting occurrences multiple times within a short span of ownership, such as a few months. Safety implications are significant, as sudden braking at high speeds poses a risk of rear-end collisions, particularly when other vehicles are following closely. Buyers should be aware of these reports, as they may impact the perceived safety and reliability of the vehicle.
Owner complaints12
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners report issues with the 2024 Hyundai Tucson's vehicle speed control, particularly involving unexpected deceleration and unintended acceleration. Complaints frequently mention the vehicle's automatic systems, such as the manual speed limit assist and forward collision avoidance, activating without clear cause, leading to sudden speed changes. Several reports describe the vehicle braking or accelerating unexpectedly at speeds ranging from 20 to 70 MPH, often without any warning lights. Two incidents involve crashes, with one resulting in an injury, highlighting significant safety implications. These issues are noted at mileages as low as 2,900 and up to 40,000, suggesting potential concerns for both recent and moderately used vehicles.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
Owner complaints10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners report several distinct electrical system issues with the 2024 Hyundai Tucson. Common complaints include the vehicle accelerating unexpectedly, as described by one owner who experienced a crash resulting in an injury. Other issues involve the vehicle stalling at various speeds, sometimes accompanied by warning lights and instrument cluster failures, occurring around 18,000 miles. Multiple owners also mention problems with battery drainage when the vehicle is parked for several days, and issues with the horn failing, which could pose safety risks. Additionally, there are reports of automatic headlight malfunctions, causing headlights to flash erratically and dashboard displays to dim, potentially leading to misinterpretations by other drivers. These patterns suggest potential safety implications, particularly related to vehicle control and visibility.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
Owner complaints9
SERVICE BRAKES
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with the automatic emergency braking system activating unexpectedly, often at high speeds or without any apparent obstacles, leading to abrupt deceleration. These incidents are typically described as occurring while driving on highways or rural roads, with speeds ranging from 40 to 80 mph, and have resulted in at least two crashes and two injuries. Several complaints also note that the vehicles involved are relatively new, with mileage as low as 4,000. In addition to the automatic braking issue, one report involves brake noise attributed to a potential malfunction, while another describes a complete brake failure in icy conditions, leading to a crash. These patterns suggest significant safety implications, including the risk of rear-end collisions and loss of vehicle control.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports
Owner complaints4
AIR BAGS
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson report recurring issues with the airbag system and emergency braking system. Complaints frequently mention the SRS indicator light activating and airbag replacements occurring at low mileages, such as around 6,176 miles. Multiple owners describe sudden activation of the emergency braking system, causing the vehicle to stop abruptly and unexpectedly. One report involves a crash where the airbags did not deploy, resulting in two injuries. These issues often occur shortly after purchase, with vehicles having less than 8,000 miles, suggesting potential safety implications for both new and used car buyers considering this model.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports
Owner complaints4
POWER TRAIN
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson report several power train issues, with common symptoms including unexpected vehicle shutdowns and acceleration problems. One complaint details a crash where the vehicle rolled despite braking efforts, indicating potential brake or transmission issues. Another owner describes the car shutting off without warning, raising concerns about safety on highways. Additionally, multiple owners mention instances where the vehicle hesitates or fails to accelerate, sometimes accompanied by a "check hybrid system" warning, and requiring vehicle restart to temporarily resolve the issue. These problems often occur at low mileage, around 331 miles in one case, and dealers frequently struggle to replicate or diagnose the issues, leaving them unresolved.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
Owner complaints3
ENGINE
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson report issues with acceleration delay and unintended acceleration. Multiple complaints describe a 1-2 second hesitation when pressing the accelerator from a stop, which occurs in both hybrid and non-hybrid models and is perceived as a potential safety issue, especially in busy intersections. One complaint details an incident where the vehicle accelerated independently while shifting from reverse to drive, resulting in a crash involving two parked vehicles, with no injuries reported. The mileage at which these issues occur is noted at around 17,000 miles, and no warning lights or error codes are mentioned. Potential buyers should be aware of these acceleration-related concerns and their implications for safety.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
Owner complaints3
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson report issues with the exterior lighting, particularly concerning the headlights and rear turn signals. Complaints frequently mention that headlights become obstructed by slush and snow, leading to reduced visibility and triggering a dashboard warning lamp. This requires drivers to stop and clear the obstruction, which may pose a safety risk. Additionally, multiple owners describe the rear turn signals as being positioned unusually low, making them difficult to see for following vehicles, especially larger ones. Some owners note attempts to improve visibility by installing aftermarket LED lights. These issues are reported in vehicles as new as two months old, and owners express concerns about potential safety implications, such as the risk of rear-end collisions.
Owner complaints3
SEAT BELTS
Owners report issues with the seat belts in the 2024 Hyundai Tucson, particularly involving the rear seats. Complaints frequently mention the rear seatbelt twisting and jamming when fully extended, making it difficult to secure car seats or booster seats. Additionally, the middle seat belt receiver is described as too long, preventing a secure installation of car seats, and when used by passengers, it sits uncomfortably on their lap. Another issue highlighted is the recessed back seatbelt buckle, which is difficult to access and buckle, especially for children. These issues are reported shortly after purchase, indicating they may appear at low mileage. Safety implications include improper seat belt use and difficulty securing child seats, although no crashes or injuries are mentioned.
