The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Tucson · 2018
2018 Hyundai Tucson. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | FWD | 25 / 30 / 27 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | AWD | 24 / 28 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 23 / 30 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | AWD | 21 / 26 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 21 / 28 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | AWD | 21 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
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 15,000 and 74,400 miles. Median 32,000, from 112 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 60,000 | 24,500–92,000 | 57 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 15,800 | 5,200–34,100 | 33 |
| Electrical | 38,900 | 6,000–67,000 | 7 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 2,000 | 800–25,800 | 5 |
| Brakes | 18,200 | 4,600–46,400 | 10 |
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 | 37% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 34% |
| Brakes | 12% |
| Brakes | 10% |
| Electrical | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 399 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 24 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
20V543000 Sep 2020 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk. An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai custom
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Loss of motive power | 2022 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 170
Hyundai filed 170 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park
- If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the…
- Check Engine warning lamp illuminated
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
YouTube repair topics
100 videos about the 2016–2021 Hyundai Tucson, 32.0M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 3 | 1.4M |
| Driveshaft, axles & 4x4 | 1 | 792K |
| Windows, doors & mirrors | 3 | 454K |
| Brakes & ABS | 1 | 338K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 2 | 248K |
| Transmission & shifter | 1 | 241K |
| Spark plugs & ignition coils | 1 | 182K |
| Death wobble & steering | 1 | 129K |
Nearby model years
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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