Every 2016 Hyundai Tucson recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 20V543000
Apr 9, 2020Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/ModulePark outside
- Problem
- 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 (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.
Full recall details for 20V543000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 16V842000
Nov 21, 2016Electrical System:Wiring
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.
Full recall details for 16V842000 →Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 16V147000
Oct 3, 2016Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured May 26, 2015 to January 15, 2016 and equipped with an accessory trailer hitch harness either included with the accessory trailer hitch or sold as a service part. In the affected vehicles, when the vehicle's engine is running and the brake lights are illuminated, if the turn signal is activated, the trailer turn signal lights will either turn off or remain continuously illuminated (not flash). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the communication of the driver's intent, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9640. Hyundai's number for this recall is 142.
Full recall details for 16V147000 →Power Train · NHTSA 16V628000
Aug 30, 2016Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 20, 2015 through May 31, 2016 and equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission. Certain driving conditions and high temperatures may cause the vehicle to not move if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released repeatedly.
- Risk
- Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 149.
Full recall details for 16V628000 →Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA 16V348000
May 24, 2016Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015 to March 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately secure the hood to prevent it from opening while the vehicle is in motion.
- Risk
- If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 145.
Full recall details for 16V348000 →
2016 Hyundai Tucson complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 1,621 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Hyundai Tucson, reporting 14 crashes, 26 fires, 7 injuries. Hyundai has issued at least 168 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Power Train518
- Engine423
- Unknown Or Other262
- Structure227
- Electrical System216
- Latches/Locks/Linkages157
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (66)
- Equipment (40)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (33)
- Power Train (31)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (15)
- Air Bags (7)
Read Hyundai Tucson owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 1,621 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Hyundai Tucson. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Fire
“The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced issues with the brakes on the driver's side.”
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSONSep 28, 2026 · LA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11767565
Fire
“Caliber / Breaks sticking after changing them, Car stopped in the middle of traffic after they locked up. Changed them again Brought to Hyundai dealership I was told Caliber needed changing . It was changed Caliber caught fire while driving Now Hyundai says the ABS system has to be replaced”
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSONSep 22, 2026 · LA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11766204
Fire
“No check engine lights came on! The entire car caught fire and was engulfed in flames!!! Driver could have been killed!”
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSONMar 6, 2026 · LA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11722495
Crash
“Drove into a parking space, with the foot pressing on the brake pedal, the car suddenly and without warning rapidly accelerated uncontrolled causing the vehicle to accelerate past the end of the parking space causing property damage.”
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSONDec 16, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11705267
Injury reportedFire
“As I was driving I was stopped & told my car was on fire. I immediately stopped & hopped out & less than 30 seconds later half of the hood caught heat/fire & flew into the windshield breaking it. At least half The car is burnt to ashes”
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSONOct 27, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11695722
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