Model year record

2012 Hyundai Tucson

3 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 322 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V651000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
1,649,478
Reported to NHTSA
2023-09-22
Owners notified
2024-04-10

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Safety risk

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V063000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
120,000
Reported to NHTSA
2019-02-05
Owners notified
2019-08-19

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.

Safety risk

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.

Recall campaignNHTSA 14V245000

Air bags

Component
Air bags
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor Company
Vehicles affected
137,500
Reported to NHTSA
2014-05-13
Owners notified
2014-05-09

Defect description

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.

Safety risk

An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Engine16398,000 mi
Power train2666,700 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic263,100 mi
Electrical system1645,000 mi
Unknown or other1269,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling10138,000 mi
Service brakes93,100 mi
Vehicle speed control990,000 mi
Air bags71,735 mi
Steering633,000 mi
Structure: body650,000 mi
Wheels533,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline357,000 mi
Suspension340,000 mi
Electronic stability control (ESC)2455 mi
Exterior lighting26,000 mi
Structure2
Electrical system: horn127,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood114,884 mi
Equipment adaptive/mobility1
Equipment: mechanical: accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift125,618 mi
Fuel system, diesel186,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1109,000 mi
Seats1
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light1102,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module1
Structure: body: door128,000 mi
Suspension: front: springs: coil springs173,000 mi
Tires1
Visibility/wiper1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly158,000 mi
Visibility: windshield1121,000 mi

The 2011 model has 2 times as many complaints as this one. The 2013 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

AQ23002Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.