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2020 Hyundai Tucson vs 2021 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.

Metric2020 Hyundai Tucson2021 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA complaints17475
Recall campaigns11
Service bulletins (TSBs)10285
Investigations11
Crash reports52
Fire reports23
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)23–2523–25
Median reported incident mileage11,166 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai TucsonHyundai Tucson
Engine7036
Service Brakes269
Electrical System1911
Service Brakes, Hydraulic173
Forward Collision Avoidance126
Power Train97
Fuel/propulsion System48
Air Bags72

Symptoms owners describe

Oil consumption215
Check engine light1812
Stalling116
Loss of power1111
Hesitation / surging60
Vibration / shaking60
Clunking / rattling50

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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.