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 diagnosed that the gasket fuel pump, camshaft, timing chain, timing chain sensor, and intake cam were faulty and would need…
2019 hyundai Tucson engine problems
moderate 127 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
127
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 9 most recent
Hello, my 2019 Hyundai Tuscan I have owned for 3 years-4 years. Unfortunately it is a GDI Motor, it uses oil so bad, even though I do change the oil every 3,000 miles, and do every maintenance on the vehicle that is told to me done, ever time I change the oil it is low, even though I top it off through out the 3,000 miles. I have no leaks at all and it is just evaporating, I do not think this is r…
I HAVE BEEN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR WHERE THE CAR HAS A COLD START NO MATTER IF ITS SUMMER OR WINTER IN CALIFORNIA. WHEN I PUSH THE START BUTTON THE CAR STRUGGLES TO START AND THEN DOES START AFTER 2-3 SECONDS. THIS PROBLEM HAVE BEEN SINCE THERE WHEN THE CAR WAS JUST 500MILES ON IT AND THE ISSUE EXISTS AS OF TODAY. IT WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE AND CAME BACK SAYING THERE IS NO PROBLEM. I H…
My 2019 Hyundai Tucson previously required an engine replacement due to a known defect. After the engine replacement, the check engine light remained on. Recently, the check engine light began flashing, and the vehicle was towed to the dealership. I was informed the vehicle has a radiator/cooling system failure. Given the history of engine defects and warning lights, I am concerned about vehicle s…
I am submitting this complaint regarding excessive and abnormal oil consumption in my 2019 Hyundai Tucson. Despite regular maintenance and oil changes performed according to manufacturer recommendations, my vehicle consumes oil at an excessive rate, requiring frequent oil top-offs between oil change intervals. I have experienced low oil levels with little to no warning, which poses a serious safe…
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
Oil component failure causing extreme heating within the engine and catalytic converter which poses risk for engine fire. This oil consumption issue was addressed by the dealership who ran a test to see how much oil was consumed. The test results showed that the vehicle was burning oil at a high rate and would ultimately result in engine failure. The low-oil light has never come on indicating …
My 2019 Hyundai Tucson, VIN [XXX] , has developed engine knocking, which may indicate internal engine failure. A mechanic has suggested a possible loss of cylinder compression, though the exact cause has not been confirmed. Hyundai vehicles from similar model years have experienced engine failures related to bearing wear and metal debris, leading to stalling, loss of power, and complete engine fa…
My 2019 Hyundai Tucson, VIN [XXX] , has developed engine knocking, which may indicate internal engine failure. A mechanic has suggested a possible loss of cylinder compression, though the exact cause has not been confirmed. Hyundai vehicles from similar model years have experienced engine failures related to bearing wear and metal debris, leading to stalling, loss of power, and complete engine fa…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2019 hyundai Tucson?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 127 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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