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2016 Honda HR-V vs 2016 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.

Metric2016 Honda HR-V2016 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA complaints2381,615
Recall campaigns25
Service bulletins (TSBs)109167
Investigations01
Crash reports1314
Fire reports124
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)28–3123–27
Median reported incident mileage58,000 mi32,874 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHonda HR-VHyundai Tucson
Power Train74516
Engine22422
Electrical System56213
Structure22227
Latches/locks/linkages0157
Vehicle Speed Control14111
Fuel/propulsion System355
Service Brakes2333

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light1680
Loss of power1361
Rust / corrosion80
Stalling7143
Vibration / shaking777
Hesitation / surging0181
Oil consumption078
Clunking / rattling046

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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.