2015 Hyundai Tucson problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 227 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson, filed between 2015-01-08 and 2026-09-21. The most common problem areas are the engine (119, 52%), service brakes, hydraulic (52, 23%) and electrical system (20, 9%). Owners reported 7 crashes, 8 fires and 7 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Hyundai Tucson complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 119 | 52% | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 52 | 23% | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 29 | 13% | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 20 | 9% | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Power train | 20 | 9% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 14 | 6% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 5% | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 7 | 3% | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Air bags | 5 | 2% | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 4 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 119 complaints
- 119 complaints of 227 (52%) name the engine.
- 14 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash, 4 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson covers this system.
Service brakes, hydraulic: 52 complaints
- 52 complaints of 227 (23%) name the service brakes, hydraulic — the hydraulic foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 3 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Hyundai Tucson; the latest, campaign 23V651000, says: “The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.”
Electrical system: 20 complaints
- 20 complaints of 227 (9%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 8 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash, 3 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson covers this system.
Power train: 20 complaints
- 20 complaints of 227 (9%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 14 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson covers this system.
Service brakes: 14 complaints
- 14 complaints of 227 (6%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Hyundai Tucson; the latest, campaign 23V651000, says: “The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 227 (5%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 10 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 91 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 8 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names TUCSON, TUCSON FUEL CELL, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Hyundai Tucson recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Tucson?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Hyundai Tucson's most common problem areas are the engine (119 of 227 complaints), service brakes, hydraulic (52 of 227 complaints) and electrical system (20 of 227 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Hyundai Tucson have?
NHTSA has 227 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson, including 7 reported crashes and 8 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson's problems?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.