2012 Hyundai Tucson vs 2013 Hyundai Tucson
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 254 | 266 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 111 | 116 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,000 mi | 78,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 159 | 156 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 31 |
| Power Train | 26 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 11 |
| Structure | 9 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 41 | 31 |
| Clunking / rattling | 24 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 19 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 6 |
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.