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2022 Hyundai Tucson Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 389 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Hyundai dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2022 Hyundai Tucson owner complaints
Owners have filed 389 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, describing incidents dated May 15, 2021 to October 27, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Fuel/Propulsion System 137 complaints
- Engine 116 complaints
- Power Train 64 complaints
- Unknown or Other 55 complaints
- Electrical System 54 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 39 complaints
Of the 389 complaints on file, 25 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 389 complaints, owners report 54 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11774258 · Filed
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the sunroof glass shattered without impact. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the sunroof glass was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,800.
ODI #11774179 · Filed
The windshield wipers were set to auto during a torrential downpour. When they increased to a high speed of wiping, we heard a large crack and the windshield wiper had completely broke on us. We were going around 45 MPH on a highway and were 1 hour away from our destination. We had little to no…
ODI #11773983 · Filed
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while attempting to operate the windshield wipers, the wiper blades froze. The contact attempted to restart the wiper blades cycle, but the failure reoccurred repeatedly. The contact stated that the failure created a safety hazard while…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2022 Hyundai Tucson in 2 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Defect Petition DP22-003: Loss of Motive Power
Closed December 12, 2023
- Defect Petition DP22-005: Pedestrian alert sounds
Closed August 7, 2023
Tow Hitch Wiring Harness May Short Circuit
NHTSA #25V893000 · Trailer Hitches · NHTSA notice
Reported December 18, 2025 · Hyundai Motor America
Potentially affected: 51,587 vehicles
Repair completion: 49.91% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Hyundai campaign 290 · Owners notified May 11, 2026 · Vehicles built starting February 8, 2021 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
Roof Moldings May Detach
NHTSA #23V038000 · Structure — Body — Roof and Pillars · NHTSA notice
Reported January 31, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America
Potentially affected: 16,104 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Hyundai campaign 241 · Owners notified March 30, 2023
Defect description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
Safety consequence
A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Inoperable Headlights and/or Taillights
NHTSA #21V938000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported December 2, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America
Potentially affected: 12 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Hyundai campaign 214 · Owners notified December 2, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Inoperative headlights or taillights can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Other Hyundai Tucson model years
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