2024 Hyundai Tucson Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 150 owner complaints for the 2024 Hyundai Tucson. The EPA rates it 25 to 38 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 150
- Crashes / fires reported
- 18 / 0
- EPA combined
- 25–38 MPG
2024 Hyundai Tucson recalls
Trailer HitchesDec 19, 2025 · NHTSA 25V893000+
Risk: Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will remove the trailer wiring harness and install a dust cap over the wiring receptacle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
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.
SteeringJun 5, 2024 · NHTSA 24V412000+
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 261.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
EquipmentAug 4, 2023 · NHTSA 23V556000+
Risk: A label that incorrectly states spare tire pressure when there is no spare tire on-board may cause confusion during an emergency tire replacement, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire and loading information label, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 247.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson vehicles. The tire and loading information label may incorrectly indicate information about a spare tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Power TrainJul 27, 2023 · NHTSA 23V526000+
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2024 Hyundai Tucson problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Forward Collision Avoidance40
- Unknown or Other39
- Electrical System25
- Service Brakes23
- Vehicle Speed Control16
- Engine15
- Fuel/Propulsion System10
- Trailer Hitches9
2024 Hyundai Tucson gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Hybrid Blue | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 38 | 38 | 38 | $1,700 |
| Tucson Hybrid | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 37 | 36 | 37 | $1,750 |
| Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) | 35 | 35 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Tucson FWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,300 |
| Tucson AWD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2024 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2024 Hyundai Tucson, most recently for the trailer hitches (Dec 19, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Hyundai Tucson problems?
Owners filed 150 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are forward collision avoidance (40), unknown or other (39), electrical system (25).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Hyundai Tucson get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Hyundai Tucson at 25 to 38 MPG combined (best version: 38 city / 38 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.