2019 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson. Part of Generation 3 — 2016–2021.

20182020
Complaints
500
per 10K Sold
36.4
US Sales
137,381
Crashes
19
Fires
17
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2019 Hyundai Tucson Problems

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

#1181 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:45,537 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:6
#260 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

Avg mileage:9,627 mi
#351 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:14,950 mi
Crash-related:4
Fires:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson.

Engine Problems
181
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
6
Avg Miles
45,537
Hydraulic Brakes
60
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,627
Brakes
51
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
3
Avg Miles
14,950
Electrical Faults
42
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
13,372
Transmission / Drivetrain
39
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
9,344
Fuel System
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
5,194
Unintended Acceleration
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
14,851
Headlight/Taillight Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
3,618
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,151
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 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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2019 Hyundai Tucson — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Hyundai Tucson has 500 NHTSA complaints, 19 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 181 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (181 complaints, avg 45,537 mi); Hydraulic Brakes (60 complaints, avg 9,627 mi); Brakes (51 complaints, avg 14,950 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 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 25,807 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson include 19 crash-related reports, 17 fire reports, 12 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 2019 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 2019 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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