2016 Hyundai Tucson Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 1,625 owner complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson. The EPA rates it 23 to 50 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
1,625
Crashes / fires reported
14 / 26
EPA combined
23–50 MPG

2016 Hyundai Tucson recalls

  • Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 4, 2020 · NHTSA 20V543000+

    Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

    Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.

    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.

  • Electrical SystemNov 21, 2016 · NHTSA 16V842000+

    Risk: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  • Power TrainAug 30, 2016 · NHTSA 16V628000+

    Risk: Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 149.

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 20, 2015 through May 31, 2016 and equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission. Certain driving conditions and high temperatures may cause the vehicle to not move if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released repeatedly.

  • Latches/Locks/LinkagesMay 24, 2016 · NHTSA 16V348000+

    Risk: If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 145.

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015 to March 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately secure the hood to prevent it from opening while the vehicle is in motion.

  • Exterior LightingMar 10, 2016 · NHTSA 16V147000+

    Risk: Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the communication of the driver's intent, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9640. Hyundai's number for this recall is 142.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured May 26, 2015 to January 15, 2016 and equipped with an accessory trailer hitch harness either included with the accessory trailer hitch or sold as a service part. In the affected vehicles, when the vehicle's engine is running and the brake lights are illuminated, if the turn signal is activated, the trailer turn signal lights will either turn off or remain continuously illuminated (not flash). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2016 Hyundai Tucson problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Power Train518
  • Engine424
  • Unknown or Other263
  • Structure227
  • Electrical System217
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages158
  • Vehicle Speed Control112
  • Fuel/Propulsion System55

2016 Hyundai Tucson gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Tucson Fuel CellElectric, Automatic (A1)495150–
Tucson Eco FWD1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM7)263228$2,300
Tucson Eco AWD1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM7)253027$2,400
Tucson FWD1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM7)253027$2,400
Tucson FWD2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6)233026$2,450
Tucson AWD1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM7)242825$2,550
Tucson AWD2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6)212623$2,800

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson, most recently for the service brakes, hydraulic (Sep 4, 2020). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2016 Hyundai Tucson problems?

Owners filed 1,625 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are power train (518), engine (424), unknown or other (263).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson get?

The EPA rates the 2016 Hyundai Tucson at 23 to 50 MPG combined (best version: 49 city / 51 highway).

Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.