Hyundai Tucson recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 14 safety recalls naming the Hyundai Tucson, launched from 2005 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Hyundai Tucson recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 14
- 2005 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 2 April 2026
- R/2026/147
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Hyundai Tucson recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Some vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle
R/2026/147, launched 2 April 2026
Defect: Some vehicles may face a concern where the instrument cluster panel may reboot during vehicle operation potentially resulting in a blank instrument cluster display screen.
Remedy: To correct this an ‘Over the Air ‘ software update to the vehicles will be deployed remotely.
The subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may e reduced. The foot brake will still operate but in a manner of a vehicle without a functioning brake booster (less assistance)
R/2024/489, launched 20 January 2025, 3,225 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced. The foot brake will still operate but in a manner of a vehicle without a functioning brake booster (less assistance).
Remedy: Engine control unit software update
The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition.
R/2024/036, launched 18 March 2024
Defect: The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition
Remedy: Check the installation of the side curtain airbag installation and rectify or replace the curtain airbag as required.
Certain Tucson vehicles equipped with rear door power windows may experience a malfunction of the anti-pinch function during its operation.
R/2023/184, launched 7 August 2023, 2,746 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Certain Tucson vehicles equipped with rear door power windows may experience a malfunction of the anti-pinch function during its operation.
Remedy: Both left-hand and right-hand rear door power window regulator motors will be replaced.
Subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced
R/2023/157, launched 10 July 2023, 6,518 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the I30PDE
Defect: Subject vehicles may experience a loss of brake assistance and brake performance may be reduced.
Remedy: Inspect and remove the vacuum pump oil passage mesh if installed.
The vehicle immobiliser may not function correctly due to incorrect vehicle software
R/2023/039, launched 6 March 2023, 4,023 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The vehicle immobiliser may not function correctly due to incorrect vehicle software.
Remedy: Apply a software update to the Hybrid Control Unit to correct the immobiliser operation.
POTENTIAL MANUFACTURING DEFECT WITHIN THE COMPONENT OF THE RIGHT HAND REAR CALIPER
R/2021/414, launched 20 December 2021, 1,706 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A manufacturing defect may be present within the right-hand rear brake calliper which may result in impaired brake performance.
Remedy: Visually inspect and if the right-hand rear brake calliper is confirmed to be fitted with the affected batch code (1J24) it will be replaced.
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SMART KEY SYSTEM MAY HAVE AN IMMOBILISER MALFUNCTION
R/2021/295, launched 13 September 2021, 3,587 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Vehicles equipped with smart key system may have an immobiliser malfunction.
Remedy: Apply update to the hybrid control unit to correct the immobiliser operation.
THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG COULD POTENTIALLY BE ASSEMBLED IN A TWISTED CONDITION
R/2021/220, launched 12 July 2021, 46 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted condition.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will be inspected to ascertain if the airbag is correctly installed. If the airbag is twisted it will be removed and reinstalled correctly.
THE ABS/ESC CONTROL UNIT MAY SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2021/035, launched 8 March 2021, 117,438 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The ABS/ESC control unit may short circuit.
Remedy: ABS/ESC control unit wiring to be reworked together with amended amp fuses. Depending on specification the control unit software may also be updated.
IN THE EVENT OF eCALL TRIGGER THE VIN NUMBER INFORMATION MAY NOT BE SENT
R/2021/014, launched 22 February 2021, 1,879 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Kona, Santa Fe, i20
Defect: The vehicle VIN information may not be registered correctly within the eCall unit.
Remedy: Register the VIN information within the vehicle by resetting the E-call unit and updating.
SECONDARY BONNET CATCH MAY NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY
R/2016/130, launched 25 July 2016, 14,775 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: If the bonnet is not shut correctly on the main bonnet catch and the bonnet then opens to the secondary catch the secondary bonnet catch is not strong enough to hold the bonnet in a closed position. At high motorway speeds the bonnet can then fly open and block the driver’s view. There is also a warning light to inform the driver that the bonnet is not closed correctly which is not functioning as intended.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the secondary bonnet catch for a new stronger item. A new program will be downloaded into the cluster to make the bonnet open warning light work correctly.
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2013/056, launched 5 June 2013, 87,795 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accent, Santa Fe
Defect: The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.
Remedy: Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.
PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT ENGAGE
R/2005/123, launched 24 October 2005, 1,150 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Certain vehicles were produced with improperly manufactured parking brake pawls. This may cause the parking brake lever not to engage when applying the lever.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles to have the pawls replaced with quality assured parts.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Hyundai Tucson, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Hyundai dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.