The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Tucson · 2015
2015 Hyundai Tucson. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 23 / 28 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | AWD | 21 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 21 / 28 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | AWD | 20 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| Electric | Auto (A1) | FWD | 49 / 51 / 50 | Hydrogen | $0 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 39,200 and 83,800 miles. Median 69,300, from 88 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 69,700 | 46,000–90,000 | 55 |
| Brakes | 78,800 | 70,800–112,500 | 8 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 80,000 | 15,600–90,200 | 11 |
| Electrical | 35,000 | 7,800–54,500 | 9 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 44,000 | 26,700–72,300 | 6 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 40% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 23% |
| Electrical | 23% |
| Airbags | 10% |
| Speed control | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 229 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 15 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
22V056000 Feb 2022 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Risk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hyundai and kia abs module fires | 2023 | – |
| Closed | Loss of motive power | 2022 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 175
Hyundai filed 175 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of park
- Before installing an automatic transmission, check the depth of the torque converter in the…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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