2018 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson. Part of Generation 3 — 2016–2021.

20172019
Complaints
508
per 10K Sold
33.0
US Sales
153,792
Crashes
22
Fires
14
Injuries
15
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2018 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1223 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:58,072 mi
Crash-related:4
Fires:8
#296 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:23,094 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:2
#325 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:42,442 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson.

Engine Problems
223
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
8
Avg Miles
58,072
Transmission / Drivetrain
96
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
2
Avg Miles
23,094
Electrical Faults
25
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
42,442
Brakes
21
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
28,820
Fuel System
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
11,032
Hydraulic Brakes
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
33,750
Unintended Acceleration
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
3,660
Headlight/Taillight Failures
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,718
Body Structure
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
26,825
Airbags
5
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
29,675
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Bulbs
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Cables
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2018 Hyundai Tucson

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~652,024 vehicles.

20V543000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~652,024 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

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2018 Hyundai Tucson — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2018 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2018 Hyundai Tucson has 508 NHTSA complaints, 22 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 223 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Hyundai Tucson?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (223 complaints, avg 58,072 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (96 complaints, avg 23,094 mi); Electrical Faults (25 complaints, avg 42,442 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Hyundai Tucson?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 41,626 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Hyundai Tucson?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson include 22 crash-related reports, 14 fire reports, 15 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 652,024 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2018 Hyundai Tucson?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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