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2018 Hyundai Tucson vs 2018 Volvo XC60

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.

Metric2018 Hyundai Tucson2018 Volvo XC60
NHTSA complaints38736
Recall campaigns15
Service bulletins (TSBs)165514
Investigations11
Crash reports134
Fire reports90
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)22–2723–26
Median reported incident mileage36,607 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai TucsonVolvo XC60
Engine2363
Power Train1001
Electrical System2711
Service Brakes217
Fuel/propulsion System220
Service Brakes, Hydraulic190
Vehicle Speed Control163
Exterior Lighting121

Symptoms owners describe

Oil consumption540
Check engine light530
Stalling510
Hesitation / surging360
Loss of power290
Clunking / rattling180
Vibration / shaking110
Shifting problems50

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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.