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2018 Hyundai Tucson: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

1Safety recalls
396Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
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The 2018 Hyundai Tucson has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign and 396 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

2018 Hyundai Tucson safety record graphic showing 1 recalls, 396 owner complaints and 5-star overall NHTSA rating.
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Safety record reviewed October 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2018 Hyundai Tucson has 1 safety recall campaign and 396 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Tucson had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Campaign 20V543000 · 04/09/2020

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

RiskAn engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
RemedyHyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.

What owners complain about

The systems 2018 Hyundai Tucson owners report most often to federal regulators:

Engine243
Power Train101
Unknown Or Other43
Service Brakes42
Electrical System27
Fuel22

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes. The 2018 Hyundai Tucson has 1 NHTSA recall campaign associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2018 Hyundai Tucson owners report?

Owners have filed 396 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson, most often about the engine, power train, unknown or other.

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