2022 Hyundai Tucson

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug and oil pan could lead to the backing out on the drain plug, resulting in the sudden loss of oil while driving. Additionally, the provided examples of oil pan cracks were localized to the immediate vicinity of the oil drain plug and/or appeared to be the result of direct-contact with a tool during servicing.  There is no information to support that a vehicle-based defect exists relating to the oil pan assembly, and instead the documented incidents are related to the failure to follow the proper maintenance procedures during oil change service. In October 2023, Hyundai published a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that provided detailed instructions for oil change service on its gasoline powered vehicles, specifically highlighting the need to remove and replace the existing drain plug gasket prior to reinstalling the drain plug. After a thorough review of the material submitted by the petitioner, the information already in NHTSA's possession, and the potential risks to motor vehicle safety implicated by the petitioners' allegations, NHTSA does not believe that a formal investigation is warranted. Therefore, the petition is denied. A Federal Register Notice (FRN) further detailing NHTSA’s reasons for denial of the petition will be published. The reference numbers for the complaints to NHTSA cited by the petitioner can be found in the petition submission documents in the public file for DP22-003. To review those complaints and the additional complaints ODI added to its evaluation which are cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.

We were involved in a forward collision at 40mph with a vehicle that crossed the highway to turn into a gas station. None of the airbags deployed. The vehicle was inoperable due to the damage and my wife sustained a knee injury due to hitting the dash durring the wreck.

NHTSA ID

11775466

Incident

Oct 30, 2026

My wife was driving her 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, when she suddenly heard a bang and then the vehicle had very little engine power and would not accelerate properly. This turned out to be because the gas engine would not turn on and only the small hybrid motor was functioning. She was able to safely pull into a parking lot. The vehicle was tow to a Hyundai dealership where they diagnosed the issue as a broken/snapped Hybrid Starter Generator (HSG) drive belt tensioner spring. Because this spring failed, the accessory drive belt lost complete tension, and so the HSG could not start the gas engine. This made the vehicle unsafe to drive due to sever lack of power. The dealership replaced the entire HSG tensioner assembly under warranty. Researching this online shows that others have had the same issue and the replacement part appears to have a different and more robust spring. I have a second Tuscon PHEV and now worried the spring in that one will fail suddently. They do not sell just the spring, the whole tensioner has to be replaced which is very expensive. I think this is a safety hazard, as a sudden failure of the HSG tensioner spring while actively driving in traffic causes an unexpected loss of motor power and propulsion, increasing the risk of collisions.

NHTSA ID

11775294

Incident

Oct 28, 2026

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.

NHTSA ID

11774258

Incident

Oct 13, 2026

Mileage

70,800 mi

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 visibility for the remainder of the car ride as it continued to downpour and was the most terrifying drive. We went to Dick Hannah's in Portland, OR to get it fixed. My fiance, who is an automotive engineer, told them what he believed happened; something in the arm itself has malfunctioned or misaligned to cause this. The dealership claimed it was the windshield wipers that caused them to break. I had purchased the car from carmax a few months prior, so they told us it wasn't covered. We went back and forth as we were certain it wasn't the wipers, but took their word for it. They "fixed it". Then, it happened for the second time. I was driving 55 MPH on the freeway while it was down-pouring and again, while set to auto, the wipers broke. It's hard not to panic. I immediately turned off the wipers before more damage could happen and lost visibility completely, causing more panic. I tried to switch it to low to get some visibility and took the next exit I could. I never made it to my destination and drove home instead on inside roads just in case. I don't understand how this isn't a recall. It has put us in such dangerous situations. High-speed highways/freeways, downpours, and no visibility do not mix.

NHTSA ID

11774179

Incident

Oct 25, 2026

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 driving in inclement weather. The dealer was contacted and a diagnostic test was pending. The failure mileage was 30,000.

NHTSA ID

11773983

Incident

Oct 27, 2026

Mileage

30,000 mi

The fuel door doesn't work. My safety is at risk because I cannot put gas in my car. If i can't put gas in my car then it will stop working. If it starts working, the car becomes useless. There were no warning lights or anything. This is a common problem and should have a lifetime warranty.

NHTSA ID

11770555

Incident

Oct 11, 2026

Approximately one week after having my oil changed at a Hyundai dealership, I began experiencing intermittent collision safety alerts and multiple dashboard warning lights. On three separate occasions when I started the vehicle, warnings appeared for the forward and rear collision systems, along with multiple other sensor warnings and engine warning lights. During one incident while driving in traffic, the forward collision warning activated and the vehicle abruptly applied the brakes. I was nearly rear-ended as a result. I have taken the vehicle back to the dealership on two separate occasions. The dealership reported replacing a sensor, but the warning lights and collision system issues have continued to occur intermittently. I am concerned that the vehicle may unexpectedly apply the brakes again, creating a risk of a collision.

NHTSA ID

11769832

Incident

Sep 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed with force and the vehicle stopped. The failure was intermittent at first but became more persistent. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

NHTSA ID

11769286

Incident

Jul 18, 2022

Mileage

20,000 mi

Certain Tucson (NX4, NX4A), Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV), and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid (NX4 PHEV) vehicles may be eligible for the installation of the latest OEM tow hitch harness on the vehicle. This bulletin provides the procedure to install the latest OEM tow hitch harness.

Certain Tucson (NX4, NX4A), Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV), and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid (NX4 PHEV) vehicles may be eligible for the installation of the latest OEM tow hitch harness on the vehicle.

This bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 2nd Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2026 2nd Navigation Map and Software Update Key Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.

Some Hyundai vehicles may be equipped with a parking distance warning (PDW) sensor(s) that may trigger various DTCs and display warning messages on the instrument cluster, resulting in the PDW sensor(s) failing to detect nearby objects or triggering multiple false alarms. This condition may be a result of external damage to the PDW sensor membrane or sensor cover from rock chips or road debris, a collision, or previous vehicle repairs or modifications.

Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning procedure for vehicles diagnosed with this condition. All internal combustion engines consume some engine oil during normal operation, depending on driving conditions and mileage, and this procedure should only be performed when deemed necessary based on inspection and diagnosis of the vehicle as outlined in TSB 26-EM-015H, Engine Oil Consumption – Inspection & Repair Guidelines, or the latest revision.

Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair procedures for vehicles exhibiting this condition. All internal combustion engines consume engine oil as part of normal engine operation. Oil consumption rates may vary based on mileage, operating conditions, driving habits, and maintenance history. Hyundai recommends following the prescribed maintenance schedule and periodically checking the engine oil level using the dipstick to maintain proper engine oil level.