2023 Hyundai Tucson — Recalls & Safety

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this vehicle and 135 owner complaints. Recall repairs are free by US law at any authorized dealer.

2 Campaigns

Every Recall on File

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP 23V526000 27/07/2023

What's wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Free fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

TRAILER HITCHES 25V893000 19/12/2025

What's wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.

Risk: Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Free fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will remove the trailer wiring harness and install a dust cap over the wiring receptacle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.

NHTSA Crash Tests

Official Safety Ratings

2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD

★★★★☆

Overall

4/5 stars

★★★★★

Frontal Crash

NHTSA test

★★★★★

Side Crash

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★★★★☆

Rollover

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Other Years

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2020 2021 2022 2024 2025 2026

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Recall Checker

Any year, make and model: open the Car Recall Checker. Also see owner-reported problems & years to avoid for the 2023 Hyundai Tucson. Data: NHTSA (US DOT, public domain), cached up to 7 days.

Questions

FAQ

Does the 2023 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Hyundai Tucson. Every listed defect must be repaired free of charge by any authorized Hyundai dealer, regardless of vehicle age or ownership history.

Is the recall repair really free?

Yes. US federal law requires manufacturers to fix safety recalls free at any authorized dealer — parts and labour. You do not need to be the original owner.

How do I check my exact vehicle?

This page covers the 2023 Hyundai Tucson generally. For your specific car, use the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — it tells you whether YOUR vehicle's recalls were already repaired.