2011 Hyundai Tucson Problems

124 owner complaints filed with the United States safety regulator · top issue: Engine · verdict CAUTION 66/100

Source NHTSA public complaint and recall record · methodology

What breaks, by owner reports

Engine40
Service Brakes34
Hydraulic21
Unknown Or Other20
Power Train20
Electrical System12

In the owners’ words

“I own a 2011 Hyundai Tucson (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle had an engine replacement performed by Hyundai service. Immediately after picking up the car, I noticed a loud abnormal noise coming from underneath the vehicle. I reported the issue right away, but was told nothing was heard and it was dismissed. The noise has continued and worsened over time. I am concerned there may be damage or improper installation affecti”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Hyundai Tucson owner
“I am writing regarding the NHTSA Recall Number23V651000. I have been on a waiting list since July when the recall notice about a remedy finally being determined was sent in the mail. I have now called Hyundai of Cool Springs in Tennessee about where I am on the list. At one point they were saying September, then when I called again they were thinking some time in November. We are now almost out of November and I am n”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Hyundai Tucson owner
“The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienc”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Hyundai Tucson owner

Recall campaigns

ReportedComponentSummary
05/02/2019Engine And Engine Cooling:EngineHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
28/01/2016Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And LinesHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured July 22, 2010, to October 31, 2010. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have bee
13/05/2014Air Bags SAFETYHyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the
01/04/2013Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch SAFETYHyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2
22/09/2023Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module SAFETYHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 T

Questions owners ask

Is the 2011 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

On the federal record it scores 66/100: 124 owner complaints (8.27 per year on the road) and 5 recall campaigns, 3 touching safety-critical systems.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Hyundai Tucson?

The most-reported component in NHTSA complaints is Engine, with 40 of 147 categorised reports.

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The 2011 Hyundai Tucson scored 66/100 on the federal record.

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