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2022 Hyundai Tucson: common problems and reliability
One of the worst Tucson years.
One of the Hyundai Tucson years to avoid. All Tucson years
500 owner complaints, most about engine. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 Tucson?The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has 500 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and fuel/propulsion system. Owners most often flag transmission/"limp mode" issues: vehicle entering a protective "limp mode," severely limiting speed (e.g., cannot exceed 20 mph/32 km/h), sometimes without a check engine light. reported in 2022 models.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Hyundai Tucson vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Tucson years only. How we score it
Is 2022 a good year for the Tucson?
Across the 22 Tucson model years we track, complaint volume runs from 18 (2009) to 3,155 (2016). With 500 complaints, the 2022 Tucson sits above the model's median of 185.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2022 Tucson
electrical system:software
Campaign 21V938000Hyundai 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.
structure:body:roof and pillars
Campaign 23V038000Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
trailer hitches
Campaign 25V893000Hyundai 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.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is mixed and varies significantly by model year and powertrain.
- RecurrentTransmission/"Limp Mode" Issues
Vehicle entering a protective "limp mode," severely limiting speed (e.g., cannot exceed 20 mph/32 km/h), sometimes without a check engine light. Reported in 2022 models.
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Typical used price
Used Tucson listings typically run $14,189–$22,499.
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