2010 Hyundai Tucson vs 2012 Hyundai Tucson
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 57 | 254 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 109 | 111 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 45,602 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 159 |
| Power Train | 22 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 9 |
| Structure | 3 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 5 |
| Stalling | 5 | 41 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 24 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 19 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
2010 Hyundai Tucson
2012 Hyundai Tucson
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.