2018 Hyundai Tucson owner discussion

What NHTSA's records show for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson: 398 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (243), Power Train (101), Service Brakes (42). 13 complaints mention a crash and 9 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2018 Hyundai Tucson owner discussion: problems, repairs and buying advice

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What NHTSA's records show for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson: 398 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (243), Power Train (101), Service Brakes (42). 13 complaints mention a crash and 9 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2018 Hyundai Tucson recalls and complaints at a glance

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign and 398 owner complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson. The most-reported problem areas are Engine (243), Power Train (101), Service Brakes (42). The most recent recall (NHTSA #20V543000, September 2020) covers the Service Brakes, Hydraulic. 1 campaign carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. Recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer. Recalls and complaints describe the model year, not a specific car — check the VIN for open recalls free, and for title, salvage and odometer history with a $9.99 report (Carfax charges $49.99).

Recall campaigns1
Owner complaints398
Complaints mentioning a crash13
Complaints mentioning a fire9

Most-reported problem areas

ComponentComplaints
Engine243
Power Train101
Service Brakes42
Electrical System29
Fuel/Propulsion System22
Hydraulic20

Recall campaigns

  • NHTSA #20V543000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (September 2020): 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…

Source: NHTSA recalls and complaints databases, retrieved 2026-11-07.

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