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2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON Safety Overview

The 2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
  • Electrical system:wiring
  • Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for HYUNDAI TUCSON owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON 20V543000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020.

An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V543000: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/4/2020
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON 16V842000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufac...

If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V842000: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/21/2016
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON 16V628000

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured...

Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V628000: Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/30/2016
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON 16V348000

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured...

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.

NHTSA Recall 16V348000: If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/24/2016
2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON 16V147000

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manu...

Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the communication of the driver's intent, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V147000: Failure to illuminate the trailer's turn signal lights would prevent the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/10/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.