The Lemon Index2022 Hyundai Tucson.
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is worse than average by owner complaints: 419 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 195, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 26 to 38 mpg combined. The best Hyundai Tucson year is 2021.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 506 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Hyundai Tucson year. 2022 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 4K to 43K miles on the car (62 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 4K–55K miles
Recalls 3
- trailer hitches 2025
The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module.
- body structure 2023
The roof moldings may detach.
- electrical 2021
The software installed in the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) may be incompatible with the vehicle, which could result in inoperative headlights and/or taillights.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Hyundai told dealers about
Hyundai sent dealers 128 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- If you are servicing an 8-speed front-wheel-drive vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed…
- Certain 2020-22MY Sonata (DN8a), 2021-22MY Santa Fe (TMa), and 2022MY Tucson (NX4/NX4a)…
- Automatic transmission fluid
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedPedestrian alert sounds2023
- ClosedLoss of motive power2022–2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1700–2450 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Car was driving fine. Started sputtering and died, unable to restart. No prior warning injectors will fail. Known fuel injector problem with model years found and replaced. Hyundai Tsb 25-fl-001h used.
2022 Hyundai Tucson owner · NHTSA complaint 11637187
More owner reports
Stopped accelerating/disabled in the middle of interstate during rush hour traffic
NHTSA complaint 11685060
While operating the vehicle, the engine shut down. Complete loss of power. Engine would restart, stall and then not restart. Vehicle immobile. Vehicle towed to dealership since could not be driven. Strong smell of gasoline.
NHTSA complaint 11705875
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 1.9× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 195; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Hyundai Tucson year by this measure is 2021.
What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Tucson problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (32%), fuel or ev drive system (30%) and transmission & drivetrain (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have?
3 safety recalls (latest: trailer hitches). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson get?
26 to 38 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2022 Hyundai Tucson problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,000 and 43,000 miles. The middle report was at 20,000 miles, from 62 complaints.
Does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 20% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson cost in fuel a year?
About $1700 to $2450 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have?
1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
What Hyundai Tucson year is better than the 2022?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2021, 2013 and 2014.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works