2016 Hyundai Tucson
Common Problems
Ranked from 778 federal NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
20 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Unreliable Rear Door Operation
382complaintsSafety riskOtherRear passenger side door fails to open from either inside or outside, creating a safety hazard.
- 2
Door actuator failure
259complaintsSafety riskOtherThe rear passenger door actuator fails to unlock or open, posing a safety hazard.
- 3
Transmission does not engage or engages slowly after stop
227complaintsSafety riskTransmissionThe transmission fails to engage or engages very slowly after coming to a complete stop, causing the vehicle to not move forward.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V628000
- 4
Engine Oil Consumption
40complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine consumes excessive oil, leading to frequent oil changes and potential engine failure.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Engine Misfires and Shakes
16complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine misfires and shakes during acceleration, leading to reduced performance and potential loss of control.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Window Regulator Failure
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple window regulators have failed, causing windows to not operate properly and posing a safety hazard.
$250–$600est. window regulator replacement · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V842000
- 7
Window Motor Failure
7complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple window motors have failed, causing windows to not operate properly and posing a safety hazard.
Related recall: 16V842000
- 8
Engine Overheating and Stalling
5complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine overheats and stalls unexpectedly, posing a risk of fire and engine failure.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Hesitation on acceleration from a stop
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle hesitates and does not accelerate properly from a stop, especially when shifting gears.
Related recall: 16V628000
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Transmission hesitation and stalling
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission hesitates when accelerating from a stop and occasionally stalls, creating dangerous situations.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V628000
- 11
Door Locks Malfunctioning
4complaintsHigh severityOtherDoors, particularly rear doors, fail to open from both inside and outside, compromising safety in emergency situations.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Engine Knocking and Power Loss
4complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine starts to knock and loses power during acceleration, causing check engine light to illuminate.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Engine Warning Lights Not Illuminated During Malfunction
4complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine malfunctions occur without warning lights, making it difficult to diagnose and repair issues promptly.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Excessive Oil Consumption Leading to Catalytic Converter Issues
4complaintsHigh severityEngineExcessive oil consumption leads to clogging of the catalytic converter, resulting in engine performance issues and potential fire hazards.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Random Loss of Power and Acceleration Issues
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe vehicle experiences sudden loss of power and difficulty accelerating, often without warning lights.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Transmission Slipping
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission slips, causing the car to lose power and struggle to accelerate, especially during turns.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V628000
- 17
Door Latch Malfunction
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe door latches malfunction, preventing easy entry and exit, posing a safety risk in emergencies.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine frequently stalls at idle, especially during stop-start operation, leading to potential safety risks.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Transmission Shuddering and Delayed Gear Changes
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission shudders and experiences delayed gear changes, affecting smooth operation.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V628000
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Transmission Slipping and Loss of Power
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission slips and the vehicle loses power, making it difficult to accelerate and posing a safety hazard.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V628000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.