Hyundai Tucson problems
368 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
- Brakes: 100 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 8,400–35,000 mi
- Powertrain: 39 complaints, classified severe
- Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I recieved a recall on my 2019 Hyundai tucson but the dealership tells me they are unable to get the part to fix it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Hyundai tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v543000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…
Hyundai issued a recall october 9, 2020 and is refusing to provide parts to the dealer. When I call Hyundai they tell me they have no information about when the part will be available. Recall 195
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH when the vehicle acceleration speed was reduced to 40 MPH independently. The check engine warning light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was…
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Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. AQ23002 on NHTSA →
How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →
Common questions
Is the 2019 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 368 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Hyundai Tucson is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Brakes: 100 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 8,400–35,000 mi; Powertrain: 39 complaints, classified severe; Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 132 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 69,727 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 69,727 miles. 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 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 368 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, 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 are not always better value.