repaired · 2022 Q4
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
2019 Hyundai TucsonProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 387 owner complaints about the 2019 Hyundai Tucson, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 20V-543 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Hyundai Tucson has problems
387 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
202Engine10 crash/fire/injury
62Service brakes, hydraulic
54Service brakes7 crash/fire/injury
48Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
42Power train3 crash/fire/injury
28Fuel/propulsion system
18Vehicle speed control
13Forward collision avoidance
7Structure
4114 other systems8 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 202 | 10 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 62 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 54 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 48 | 4 |
| Power train | 42 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 28 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 13 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 0 |
| 14 other systems | 41 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2019 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.
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?
42kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 39 engine complaints. 90% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 25% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
16under 30k miles35under 100k miles4100k miles or more
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Engine
9 owners mentioned a cost$3,400median
Middle half: $2,500 – $6,500
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2019 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
2019 Hyundai Tucson safety ratings
2019 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 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.
My 2019 Hyundai Tucson Value AWD with the 2.0L Nu GDI engine has experienced repeated sudden loss of acceleration and limp mode, creating a serious safety concern. On August 11, 2026, the vehicle suddenly lost normal acceleration and the check-engine light flashed. The dealership found diagnostic…
NHTSA Safety Complaint – 2019 Hyundai Tucson Engine Failure I am reporting a serious engine safety concern involving my 2019 Hyundai Tucson AWD 2.0L (VIN: [XXX]). On XXX, the red engine oil-pressure warning light suddenly illuminated while I was preparing to drive home. Concerned about possible…
While driving on the highway 65 mph in our 2019 Hyundai Tucson AWD, the vehicle suddenly experienced a severe power loss, loud engine knocking, engine light flashing, and the car in limp mode. This caused a terrifying hazard. We exited to safety, the car was towed and is at a Hyundai dealership. It…
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