The Lemon Index2023 Hyundai Tucson.
The 2023 Hyundai Tucson is so far better than average by owner complaints: 180 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 72, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about automatic emergency braking, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 25 to 38 mpg combined. The best Hyundai Tucson year is 2021.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 180 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Hyundai Tucson year. 2023 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 2K to 23K miles on the car (21 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- trailer hitches 2025
The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module.
- transmission & drivetrain 2023
The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
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 68 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- If you are servicing an 8-speed vehicle with a Check Engine light on and one or more of the…
- If you are servicing an 8-speed front-wheel-drive vehicle equipped with automatic transaxle…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1700–2550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Horn does not work. On going issue with this model per Hyundai Tucson forum.
2023 Hyundai Tucson owner · NHTSA complaint 11669393
More owner reports
While backing out of driveway, with parked vehicle along side and one moving vehicle in the road, I was applying the break and the Emergency Stop feature activated. My speed was 2-3 MPH and slowing.
NHTSA complaint 11755478
The car turned off while I was driving. Everything went black. I was able to coast to the side of the road.
NHTSA complaint 11645397
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.4× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2023 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 72; 100 is average). The best Hyundai Tucson year by this measure is 2021.
What are the most common 2023 Hyundai Tucson problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are automatic emergency braking (23%), electrical (21%) and engine (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Tucson have?
2 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 2023 Hyundai Tucson get?
25 to 38 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 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 2023 Hyundai Tucson problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 2,800 and 23,500 miles. The middle report was at 19,200 miles, from 21 complaints.
Does the 2023 Hyundai Tucson have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 14% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2023 Hyundai Tucson cost in fuel a year?
About $1700 to $2550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Hyundai Tucson have?
1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
What Hyundai Tucson year is better than the 2023?
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