2025 Hyundai Tucson Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 445 owner complaints for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The EPA rates it 26 to 38 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
7
Owner complaints
445
Crashes / fires reported
40 / 2
EPA combined
26–38 MPG

2025 Hyundai Tucson recalls

  • Electrical SystemJun 24, 2026 · NHTSA 26V400000+

    Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 22, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 304. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 25, 2026.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

  • Forward Collision AvoidanceMay 19, 2026 · NHTSA 26V316000+

    Risk: Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 302. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 20, 2026.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.

  • Electrical SystemJan 27, 2026 · NHTSA 26V047000+

    Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

  • Air BagsNov 21, 2025 · NHTSA 25V809000+

    Risk: Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will reinstall the side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 29, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 289 and 029G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 22, 2025.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson, 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2026 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.

  • Engine and Engine CoolingAug 26, 2025 · NHTSA 25V549000+

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.

  • Electrical SystemNov 20, 2024 · NHTSA 24V877000+

    Risk: A transmission that can shift out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking the vehicle. Dealers will reroute the console extension wiring assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 273.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The console extension wiring assembly may be routed improperly, allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal.

  • EquipmentSep 13, 2024 · NHTSA 24V691000+

    Risk: Without the glove box label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

    Fix: Hyundai will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 268.

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson vehicles. The glove box air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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

Most reported 2025 Hyundai Tucson problems

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

  • Forward Collision Avoidance218
  • Electrical System123
  • Unknown or Other88
  • Service Brakes48
  • Vehicle Speed Control41
  • Lane Departure34
  • Power Train20
  • Engine20

2025 Hyundai Tucson gas mileage

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

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Tucson Hybrid Blue1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6)383838$1,700
Tucson Hybrid1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6)353535$1,850
Tucson Plug-in Hybrid1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AM-S6)353535$1,850
Tucson FWD2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8)253328$2,300
Tucson AWD2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8)243026$2,450

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

Questions

Does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson, most recently for the electrical system (Jun 24, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2025 Hyundai Tucson problems?

Owners filed 445 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are forward collision avoidance (218), electrical system (123), unknown or other (88).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Hyundai Tucson at 26 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.