2016 Honda HR-V vs 2016 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 | 2016 Honda HR-V | 2016 Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 238 | 1,615 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 109 | 167 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 23–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,000 mi | 32,874 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda HR-V | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 74 | 516 |
| Engine | 22 | 422 |
| Electrical System | 56 | 213 |
| Structure | 22 | 227 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 157 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 111 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 55 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 16 | 80 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 61 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 143 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 77 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 181 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 78 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 46 |
2016 Honda HR-V
2016 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.