Owners have reported 20 crashes, 2 fires and 15 injuries to NHTSA for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
Owner complaints72
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson frequently report issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, which tends to engage the brakes unexpectedly and without apparent danger. Typical symptoms include sudden, hard braking while driving at various speeds, often leading to near rear-end collisions as following vehicles struggle to react. Some complaints highlight that the system cannot be permanently disabled, requiring manual deactivation each time the vehicle is started. Incidents of this nature have occurred at mileages as low as 5,380 and have led to crashes and minor injuries. These patterns suggest potential safety risks for drivers and surrounding traffic, especially in scenarios involving close-following vehicles.
Severity signals: 11 crash, 0 fire, 4 injury reports
Owner complaints67
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners report frequent issues with the electrical system in the 2025 Hyundai Tucson, particularly involving the instrument cluster and heads-up display (HUD) going blank or flickering intermittently. Typical symptoms include loss of speedometer visibility, all warning lights illuminating, and messages like "No Signal" appearing. These issues often occur at low mileage, with some owners experiencing problems as early as 168 miles. Safety implications are noted, with one complaint involving a crash and another involving a fire linked to a lithium battery failure. Buyers should be aware of potential unresolved issues with the digital displays and HUD, as well as the possibility of significant delays in obtaining replacement parts like wiring harnesses.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 1 fire, 0 injury reports
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Owners report several reliability issues with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson, particularly involving the panoramic sunroof exploding, the vehicle losing power, and electronic display malfunctions. Complaints frequently mention sunroof explosions occurring unexpectedly while driving, which could pose a safety risk due to potential glass shards and distraction. Multiple owners describe sudden loss of power or propulsion at various speeds, sometimes leaving them immobile on roads or highways. Additionally, there are reports of dashboard and heads-up display screens going blank or flickering, affecting visibility of critical information like speed. These issues are reported at low mileages, often under 5,000 miles, and some incidents involve crashes and fires, highlighting significant safety implications. Buyers should be aware of these patterns when considering this model.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 1 fire, 3 injury reports
Owner complaints19
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners report frequent issues with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson's vehicle speed control related to the Forward Attention Warning (FAW) system and its interaction with adaptive cruise control (ACC). Complaints commonly mention that the FAW system disables ACC when the driver wears sunglasses or if the camera's view is obstructed, causing abrupt deceleration. This issue is noted across various mileage ranges and is described as a safety risk, as sudden speed changes can lead to potential rear-end collisions. Additionally, one complaint involves an electronic throttle control malfunction that resulted in a crash. Buyers should be aware of these reported problems, especially if they rely on driver assistance features or wear sunglasses while driving.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
Owner complaints13
POWER TRAIN
Owners report frequent transmission issues with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson, often involving sudden power loss or failure to drive, sometimes at low mileage under 2,000 miles. Complaints frequently mention the vehicle stalling or failing to accelerate, with some owners experiencing complete power loss in traffic. Multiple owners describe needing transmission replacements, with some citing extended repair times due to backordered parts. Safety implications are noted, as sudden deceleration or stalling in traffic poses risks, and some owners report near-miss accidents due to these failures. Buyers should be aware of these potential issues, especially in vehicles with low mileage or shortly after purchase.
Owner complaints9
SERVICE BRAKES
Owners report frequent issues with the forward collision avoidance system in the 2025 Hyundai Tucson, where the brakes engage unexpectedly and abruptly. Complaints often describe the vehicle coming to a sudden stop without apparent hazard, even when drivers are in control and maintaining safe distances. These incidents typically occur at low speeds, such as when approaching intersections or in traffic, and have been noted at mileages as low as approximately 4,500 miles. Safety implications are significant, with one crash and one injury reported, as the unexpected braking can lead to near-miss rear-end collisions. Buyers should be aware of these potential issues, especially if considering models with the forward collision avoidance system, as multiple owners express concerns about the inability to permanently disable this feature.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
Owner complaints6
STEERING
Owners report multiple steering-related issues with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. Complaints frequently mention problems with the steering system, including sudden loss of control, difficulty steering, and the steering wheel detaching during a crash. Some owners describe the vehicle swaying from side to side or the steering becoming hard to operate, often accompanied by electronic screen malfunctions and warning lights. These issues appear at low mileages, with one incident occurring at approximately 500 miles. Safety implications are significant, with one crash reported that resulted in two injuries, highlighting potential risks for loss of control.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports
Owner complaints3
ENGINE
Owners of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson report issues related to engine performance and design. Common symptoms include unexpected engine idling and loss of throttle response while driving, as well as engine revving at a stop, both of which have been observed despite attempts by dealers to replicate the issues. There are also reports of difficulty removing the engine dipstick due to misalignment, potentially leading to plastic breakage and engine damage. These problems are noted in vehicles purchased as recently as January 2025, with safety implications such as loss of vehicle control and potential collisions. Buyers should be aware of these issues when considering a used Tucson from this model year.
Owner complaints2
AIR BAGS
Owners of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson report issues related to the air bags, including a serious incident involving a crash with two injuries. In this case, the vehicle reportedly experienced unintended acceleration and brake failure, leading to a collision where the seat belts did not adequately restrain the occupants, resulting in arm, neck, and head pain. Another complaint highlights an air bag safety light being on. The incidents occur at around 24,292 miles, suggesting potential reliability concerns at this mileage. These reports indicate safety implications, including loss of control and inadequate occupant protection during a crash.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports
Owner complaints2
STRUCTURE
Owners of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson report issues related to the vehicle's structure, with incidents involving both crashes and injuries. One complaint details a crash where the airbag did not deploy after a collision, despite significant damage, resulting in an injury. Another report describes an injury caused by the sharp edge of the driver's door, which led to significant bleeding, particularly concerning due to the owner's medical condition. These incidents occur at approximately 13,000 miles, highlighting potential safety implications, especially concerning airbag deployment and door design.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports
