Worst 2012 Hyundai Tucson Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Hydraulic Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 157 | 1 | 12 | 94,473 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 26 | 3 | 1 | 64,586 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 25 | — | — | 54,496 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 15 | 1 | 3 | 53,069 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 10 | 1 | 1 | 117,680 mi | |
| Brakes | 9 | 2 | 2 | 43,933 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 1 | — | 70,971 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 4 | — | 75,436 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 1 | — | 53,158 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | 2 | 1 | 92,288 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 2 | — | 75,738 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Hyundai Tucson
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,906,978 vehicles.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.
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2012 Hyundai Tucson — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Tucson reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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