At the shop, Hyundai tire-related issues have a recognizable signature. 300 documented complaints across 50 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. 2013 Hyundai Elantra tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 5 injury reports on the record — not a category to wave off. Across the 51 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 14,745 miles. Repair cost runs around $150 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Drive it across the conditions it will actually see — heat, cold, highway, stop-and-go. Pattern complaints surface under load, not in the dealer parking lot.
ProblemsByVin HYUNDAI / TIRES
50 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Hyundai tires problems
300 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Hyundai vehicles for tires issues. 2 active recall campaigns. See tires across all makes →
Complaints
300
Recalls
2
Year-models
50
Avg fix
$150
9crashes
4fires
5injuries
Worst-affected Hyundai model-years for tires Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2013 Hyundai Elantra
52 complaints · ~$150 severe
2012 Hyundai Elantra
15 complaints · ~$150 severe
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe
12 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2011 Hyundai Elantra
12 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
12 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2012 Hyundai Sonata
9 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2015 Hyundai Genesis
8 complaints · 1 recall · ~$150 moderate
2012 Hyundai Accent
8 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Hyundai Sonata
7 complaints · ~$150 severe
2005 Hyundai Tucson
7 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2013 Hyundai Sonata
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2010 Hyundai Elantra
6 complaints · ~$150 severe
2009 Hyundai Sonata
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2009 Hyundai Elantra
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Hyundai Sonata
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2022 Hyundai Tucson
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2017 Hyundai Elantra
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2012 Hyundai Veloster
5 complaints · ~$150 severe
2010 Hyundai Sonata
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
4 complaints · ~$150 severe
2023 Hyundai Elantra
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2015 Hyundai Sonata
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
4 complaints · ~$150 severe
Active recalls — Hyundai tires 3 on file
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment
Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138.
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2014 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 5, 2013, through November 15, 2013, and equipped with P235/65R17 103T Continental Crosscontact LX tires
The damaged sidewall may result in a separation between the belt edges which could cause tread detachment or rapid air loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai notified dealers to suspend sales of affected Santa Fe Sport vehicles equipped with the P235/65R17 103T tires, and replace them with alternative tires. All affected vehicles were remedied prior to retail sale. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-800-633-5151.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Santa Fe Sport vehicles
An underinflated inflated tire can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TPMS sensors, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for the recall is 159.
Common questions
How many Hyundai tires complaints are on file with NHTSA?
300 complaints across 50 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 2 active recall campaigns cover tires issues across the Hyundai lineup.
Which Hyundai model has the most tires complaints?
The 2013 Hyundai Elantra leads with 52 complaints in this category. Next: 2012 Elantra (15) and 2025 Santa Fe (12).
What does it cost to fix Hyundai tires problems?
Independent shops average $150 for tires repairs across the Hyundai lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Hyundai tires recalls?
Yes — 3 active recall campaigns cover tires on Hyundai vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Hyundai.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.