Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2018 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA data on file today
The 2018 Hyundai Tucson has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 398 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #20V543000 ABS Unit may cause Engine Compartment Fire NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 243 complaints
- Power Train 101 complaints
- Unknown or Other 44 complaints
- Electrical System 29 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 22 complaints
- Service Brakes 21 complaints
Of the 398 complaints on file, 13 report a crash and 9 a fire; across all 398 complaints, owners report 10 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2018 Hyundai Tucson exhibits a below-average reliability due to a significant number of engine and powertrain-related complaints and a notable recall concerning the anti-lock brake system. The concentration of complaints towards critical systems raises concerns about the vehicle's long-term dependability. While there is only one recall, the potential for severe issues like engine fires cannot be overlooked.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 40,000–80,000 miles | $1,000–$7,000 | common |
| power train | 50,000–90,000 miles | $800–$4,000 | common |
| electrical system | 60,000–100,000 miles | $200–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid service
- Tire rotation and balance
- Coolant system flush
- Spark plug replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine starting issues
- Unusual vibrations
- Transmission slipping
- Frequent stalling
- Illuminated warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.