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2013 Hyundai Tucson vs 2015 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.

Metric2013 Hyundai Tucson2015 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA complaints266225
Recall campaigns31
Service bulletins (TSBs)116172
Investigations22
Crash reports167
Fire reports188
NCAP overall rating4/5
EPA MPG (combined)21–2522–25
Median reported incident mileage78,500 mi69,800 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai TucsonHyundai Tucson
Engine156117
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3152
Electrical System2220
Power Train1620
Service Brakes1014
Fuel/propulsion System612
Air Bags115
Structure67

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling3120
Clunking / rattling2215
Check engine light1925
Loss of power1518
Vibration / shaking150
Hesitation / surging66
Oil consumption012

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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.