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2016 Hyundai Tucson Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 3.7× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
1,612Complaints
5Recalls
14Crashes
24Fires
7Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Power Train (31.8% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Power Train complaints here are 3.7× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train512 · 31.8%RecalledRecall 16V628000
Engine421 · 26.1%Investigation closedDP22003
Structure:body220 · 13.6%No official action
Electrical System209 · 13%RecalledRecall 16V842000
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch126 · 7.8%RecalledRecall 16V348000
Vehicle Speed Control111 · 6.9%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN512 · 31.8%
ENGINE421 · 26.1%
Unspecified / other261 · 16.2%
STRUCTURE:BODY220 · 13.6%
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH126 · 7.8%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL111 · 6.9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM55 · 3.4%
SERVICE BRAKES33 · 2%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING26 · 1.6%

Percentages are the share of the 1,612 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 16V628000 · 2016 · reported 08/30/2016

Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 16V842000 · 2016 · reported 11/21/2016

If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting:tail Lights

NHTSA campaign 16V147000 · 2016 · reported 03/10/2016

Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the communication of the driver's intent, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch

NHTSA campaign 16V348000 · 2016 · reported 05/24/2016

If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

NHTSA campaign 20V543000 · 2020 · reported 09/04/2020

An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“FIRST INCIDENT: PUT CAR IN REVERSE, PUSHED ACCELERATOR, AND CAR WOULD NOT MOVE BUT ACCELERATED TO 4000 RPM. SECOND INCIDENT: BACKED OUT OF PARKING SPACE…”NHTSA complaint 10888179 — filed 07/25/2016 · POWER TRAIN
“NUMEROUS VISITS TO A SERVICE DEPARTMENT WITH NO RESULTS. NO MOVEMENT FROM A STOP, RPMS REVVED UPWARDS TO 6000, FINALLY SCREECHED ACROSS THE INTERSECTION. TOTAL…”NHTSA complaint 10887989 — filed 07/23/2016 · POWER TRAIN
“AFTER COMING TO FULL STOP AND SUBSEQUENTLY TRYING TO PROCEED THE DUAL CLUTCH DOES NOT ENGAGE.THIS CAN RESULT IN POSSIBLE ACCIDENTS INCLUDING CAUGHT IN INTERSECTION…”NHTSA complaint 10887947 — filed 07/23/2016 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Tucson?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 512 of 1,612 NHTSA complaints (31.8%), followed by engine (421), unspecified/other issues (261), structure:body (220). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson have?

1,612 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 14 involved a crash, 24 involved a fire, and 7 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V628000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2016 Hyundai Tucson's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.