2025 Hyundai Tucson recalls and problems
The 2025 Hyundai Tucson has 6 safety recalls and 298 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2025 Hyundai Tucson vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2025 Hyundai Tucson recalls
Recall 26V-400: Electrical System
Problem: 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."
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.
Recall 26V-316: Forward Collision Avoidance
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 25V-809: Air Bags
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 25V-549: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 24V-877: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
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.
Recall 24V-691: Equipment
Problem: 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."
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.
2025 Hyundai Tucson problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 190 | |
| Electrical System | 71 | |
| Unknown or Other | 62 | |
| Service Brakes | 40 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 19 | |
| Power Train | 15 | |
| Lane Departure | 14 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | |
| Engine | 12 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 | |
| Structure | 6 | |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 80
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 78
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 19
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 6
- Lane Departure › Warning — 5
- Lane Departure › Assist — 5
- Structure › Body — 5
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 4
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2025 Hyundai Tucson complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Hyundai Tucson years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson: 26V-400 (electrical system), 26V-316 (forward collision avoidance), 25V-809 (air bags), 25V-549 (engine and engine cooling), 24V-877 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (190 reports), followed by electrical system (71). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,000 miles.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.