repaired · 2024 Q1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2014 Hyundai TucsonProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 202 owner complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Tucson, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-056 the manufacturer reports only 63% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Hyundai Tucson has problems
202 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
110Engine3 crash/fire/injury
41Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
15Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
15Service brakes
11Power train
7Fuel/propulsion system
4Steering
3Engine and engine cooling
3Vehicle speed control
1812 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 110 | 3 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 41 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 15 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 15 | 0 |
| Power train | 11 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 18 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2014 Hyundai Tucson recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Air bags
Risk. An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
92kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 56 engine complaints. 57% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 47% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
5under 30k miles32under 100k miles24100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Tucson year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Tucson median. How we score
'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Hyundai Tucson safety ratings
2014 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Hyundai Tucson, and the recalls they led to.
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresOpen
- Loss of Motive PowerNo recall
In owners' words
What Tucson owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Complete engine failure in July of 2024. When the car was sold to us it was under recall and not repaired and we were not told there was a recall. When the engine failed we were told we were at fault because we failed to get the recall addressed.
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal ticking sound. While accelerating, the sound level increased. The contact stated that the failure was related to the engine warranty extension TXXM. An independent mechanic…
My truck started knock and losing power as I drove it. I took it to get serviced put the machine same is was a recall on the engine. I took it to the Hyundai dealership with in 2 weeks he said it was rejected by Hyundai to replace my motor. I service my car but they said I didn't. If it's a recall…
Own a 2014 Tucson?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.