What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Tucson?

Owners have filed 202 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (110 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (41).

How many 2014 Hyundai Tucson complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 202 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2014 Hyundai Tucson recalls and problems

2 recalls and 202 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson.

recalls

202

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2014 Hyundai Tucson recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module

NHTSA campaign 22V056000 · reported February 3, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America · 357,348 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 14V245000 · reported May 13, 2014 · Hyundai Motor Company · 137,500 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.
The risk: An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine110
Service brakes, hydraulic41
Electrical system15
Service brakes15
Unknown or other13
Power train11
Fuel/propulsion system7
Steering4
Engine and engine cooling3
Vehicle speed control3

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 28, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
An authorized Hyundai dealership performed a major engine replacement on my vehicle on June 11, 2024. The vehicle mileage was documented as 110,797 miles in and 111,799 miles out. In September 2026, after the vehicle had reached 129,430 miles, I brought it to an authorized Hyundai dealership because of a severe…

Aug 26, 2026 · Engine
Complete engine failure in July of 2024. When the car was sold to us it was under recall and not repaired and we were not told there was a recall. When the engine failed we were told we were at fault because we failed to get the recall addressed.

Apr 20, 2026 · Engine · 134,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal ticking sound. While accelerating, the sound level increased. The contact stated that the failure was related to the engine warranty extension TXXM. An independent mechanic was contacted and…

Feb 23, 2026 · Engine
My truck started knock and losing power as I drove it. I took it to get serviced put the machine same is was a recall on the engine. I took it to the Hyundai dealership with in 2 weeks he said it was rejected by Hyundai to replace my motor. I service my car but they said I didn't. If it's a recall and not my fault.

Jan 12, 2026 · Unknown or other
I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS 2014 HYUNDAI TUCSON. IN AUGUST 2025 I NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS SEIZED. THIS MEANT THE DOOR COULD NOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE, OUTSIDE OR REMOTELY. THIS PRESENTED A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION , OVERTURN , FIRE OR FLOOD. nO PASSENGER COULD EXIT…

Tucson model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2011	5	124	5	3
2012	3	255	12	13
2013	3	266	16	18
2014	2	202	4	3
2015	1	229	7	8
2016	5	1,626	14	26
2017	3	1,093	13	26

Across all years, the 2016 Tucson has the most complaints (1,626). All Hyundai Tucson years →

Questions

Does the 2014 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson, the most recent reported on February 3, 2022 (Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Hyundai Tucson?: Owners have filed 202 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (110 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (41).
How many 2014 Hyundai Tucson complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 202 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 28, 2026.