2023 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Tucson. Part of Generation 4 — 2022–present.

20222024
Complaints
184
per 10K Sold
8.8
US Sales
209,624
Crashes
27
Fires
2
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2023 Hyundai Tucson Problems

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

#119 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:14,144 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#219 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:29,957 mi
Fires:1
#315 complaints

Brakes

Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Hyundai Tucson.

Electrical Faults
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
14,144
Engine Problems
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
29,957
Brakes
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
14
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
13
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
1,667
Transmission / Drivetrain
12
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
12,333
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
9
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
62,000
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Hyundai Tucson

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~103,696 vehicles.

25V893000Trailer Hitches
~51,587 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.

23V526000Power Train:automatic Transmission:fluid/lubricant:pump
~52,109 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

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2023 Hyundai Tucson — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Hyundai Tucson has 184 NHTSA complaints, 27 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Tucson?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (19 complaints, avg 14,144 mi); Engine Problems (19 complaints, avg 29,957 mi); Brakes (15 complaints). 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 2023 Hyundai Tucson?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 21,744 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Hyundai Tucson?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Hyundai Tucson include 27 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 6 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 2023 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 103,696 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 2023 Hyundai Tucson?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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