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ProblemsByVin File / 2005-HYUNDAI-TUCSON
2005 · hyundai

hyundai Tucson problems

4 safety recalls. 185 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
28 reports · avg $1,100
severe
engine
27 reports · avg $3,100
severe
electrical
20 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
14 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
suspension
14 reports · avg $900
severe
body
12 reports · avg $1,500
severe
brakes
12 reports · avg $450
moderate
lighting
10 reports · avg $250
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2005 Tucson · brakes
PROBLEMAS CON EL POWER TRAIN. HISTORY = EN EL PRIMER AO SE DAO CD PLAYER LO CAMBIARON PERO EMPECE A TENER DIFICULTADES CON EL HORN POR UN MAL ENTENDIDO CAMBIARON EL CLOCK, HASTA LA FECHA NUNCA ME ARREGLARON EL HORN EL CUAL DEJA Y EMPIEZA A FUNCIONAR EN CUALQUIER MOMENTO. EL…
12/31/2009 · NHTSA ODI #10297697.0
2005 Tucson · brakes
BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. ESP (VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL) LIGHT ON DASH REMAINED ILLUMINATED. *TR
12/28/2009 · NHTSA ODI #10297148.0
2005 Tucson · fuel system
2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON BAD GAS MILEAGE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE DOES NOT GET THE GAS MILEAGE INDICATED. IN THE CITY IT GETS LESS. *KB
12/20/2007 · NHTSA ODI #10212804.0
2005 Tucson · visibility
I BOUGHT MY HYUNDAI TUSCON BRAND NEW BACK IN 2005. LAST WEEK I NOTICED A RATTLING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR WINDSHIELD AND WHEN I WENT TO CHECK IT THE BACK WINDSHIELD ALMOST HAS FALLEN OUT. THE LATCH THAT HOLDS THE WINDSHIELD IN PLACE HAS CORRODED COMPLETELY. I CAN HONESTLY SAY…
12/19/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10371199.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 05V342000 27/07/2005

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE PARKING LEVER RATCHET PAWL WAS NOT PROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MAY DAMAGE THE TEETH OF THE PARKING LEVER RATCHET

THE INABILITY TO ENGAGE OR THE INADVERTENT RELEASE OF THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER, MAY ALLOW YOUR VEHICLE TO ROLL WHILE IT IS PARKED AND MAY RESULT IN A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
severe NHTSA 05V177000 27/04/2005

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY BECOME TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY RECALIBRATE INACCURATELY

BRAKE APPLICATION CAUSED BY INADVERTENT ESP ACTIVATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ESP HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
severe NHTSA 05V119000 25/03/2005

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY BECOME TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY RECALIBRATE INACCURATELY

BRAKE APPLICATION CAUSED BY INADVERTENT ESP ACTIVATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ESP HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
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Common questions

Is the 2005 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 185 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Hyundai Tucson has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2005 Hyundai Tucson?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 28 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Hyundai Tucson has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2005 Hyundai Tucson?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 185 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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