The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is associated with 490 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Fuel & Propulsion System, accounting for 84 reports (17% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 5 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.6L 4-Cyl hybrid, 1.6L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid, and 2.5l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 26 to 38 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 80 MPGe (35 MPG on gasoline) with up to 33 miles of electric driving range.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 490 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Fuel & Propulsion System (84 / 17%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 31 crash / 5 fire / 11 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 26–38 MPG (5 variants • PHEV up to 80 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Tucson Hybrid Blue Hybrid | 1.6L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 38 MPG | 38 MPG | 38 MPG | — | $1,600 / yr |
| Tucson Hybrid Hybrid | 1.6L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 37 MPG | 36 MPG | 37 MPG | — | $1,650 / yr |
| Tucson Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 87 MPGe (35 MPG) | 74 MPGe (35 MPG) | 80 MPGe (35 MPG) | 33 mi EV (420 mi total) | $1,750 / yr |
| Tucson FWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 26 MPG | 33 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $2,100 / yr |
| Tucson AWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 29 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2022 Hyundai Tucson provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 33 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| SUV FWD Later Release | | | | | 15.9% |
| SUV FWD Early Release | | | | | 15.9% |
| Hybrid SUV FWD Later Release | | | | | 15.9% |
| Hybrid SUV FWD Early Release | | | | | 15.9% |
| Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| SUV AWD Later Release | | | | | 17.4% |
| SUV AWD Early Release | | | | | 17.4% |
| Hybrid SUV AWD Later Release | | | | | 17.4% |
| Hybrid SUV AWD Early Release | | | | | 17.4% |
| Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2022 Hyundai Tucson models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2022 Hyundai Tucson problems & component breakdown (109 categories) →
Affected Component: TRAILER HITCHES
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will remove the trailer wiring harness and install a dust cap over the wiring receptacle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Affected Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson vehicles. 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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers updated the ICU software, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 214.
View all 2022 Hyundai Tucson recalls & campaign history (3 campaigns) →