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2018 Hyundai Tucson vs 2019 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.

Metric2018 Hyundai Tucson2019 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA complaints387371
Recall campaigns11
Service bulletins (TSBs)165141
Investigations12
Crash reports1314
Fire reports910
NCAP overall rating5/55/5
EPA MPG (combined)22–2723–26
Median reported mileage36,607 mi21,700 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai TucsonHyundai Tucson
Engine236191
Power Train10040
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1962
Electrical System2746
Service Brakes2151
Fuel/propulsion System2224
Vehicle Speed Control1616
Exterior Lighting126

Symptoms owners describe

Oil consumption5443
Check engine light5364
Stalling5143
Hesitation / surging3616
Loss of power2929
Clunking / rattling1814
Vibration / shaking1114
Shifting problems50

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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.