2006 Hyundai Tucson vs 2008 Hyundai Tucson
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 135 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 46 | 39 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,364 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tucson | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 37 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 5 |
| Steering | 13 | 4 |
| Engine | 12 | 5 |
| Structure | 13 | 3 |
| Suspension | 13 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 17 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2006 Hyundai Tucson
2008 Hyundai Tucson
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.