2015 Hyundai Tucson Engine Problems
NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How engine ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 224 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2015 Hyundai Tucson overview page.
What owners report
“1. The engine lost oil without giving any warning. 2. Vehicle stopped in traffic and could not restart. 3. Yes (an independent service center). 4…”NHTSA complaint 11461353 — filed 04/19/2022
“Previous History: Vehicle already required an engine replacement - short block assembly. Current Details: DTC P01326 - While driving - Check Engine Light blinks &…”NHTSA complaint 11456866 — filed 03/15/2022
“My husband had taken my vehicle to work one day. He called me and told me that the car had shut off and wouldnât restart…”NHTSA complaint 11451272 — filed 02/09/2022
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Hyundai Tucson have engine problems?
Engine is the most-reported problem area on the 2015 Hyundai Tucson: 116 of 224 complaints on file (51.8%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Tucson have in total?
224 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Across all categories, 7 involved a crash, 8 involved a fire, 7 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's engine category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
