2015 Hyundai Tucson vs 2016 Hyundai Tucson
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Hyundai Tucson | 2016 Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 226 | 1,617 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 172 | 167 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 23–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,800 mi | 32,874 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 118 | 423 |
| Power Train | 20 | 516 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 215 |
| Structure | 7 | 227 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 157 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 111 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 52 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 55 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 25 | 80 |
| Stalling | 20 | 143 |
| Loss of power | 18 | 62 |
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 46 |
| Oil consumption | 13 | 78 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 181 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 77 |
| Overheating | 0 | 27 |
2015 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.