What are the most common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?

Owners have filed 385 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (201 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (62).

How many 2019 Hyundai Tucson complaints mention a crash or fire?

15 of 385 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 Hyundai Tucson recalls and problems

1 recall and 385 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson.

recalls

385

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.

2019 Hyundai Tucson recalls

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

NHTSA campaign 20V543000 · reported September 4, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America · 652,024 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
The risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.

Most reported problems

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

Engine201
Service brakes, hydraulic62
Service brakes53
Electrical system47
Power train42
Fuel/propulsion system28
Unknown or other26
Vehicle speed control17
Forward collision avoidance13
Structure7

What owners report

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

Oct 16, 2026 · Engine
NHTSA Safety Complaint – 2019 Hyundai Tucson Engine Failure I am reporting a serious engine safety concern involving my 2019 Hyundai Tucson AWD 2.0L (VIN: […]). On …, the red engine oil-pressure warning light suddenly illuminated while I was preparing to drive home. Concerned about possible engine failure, I stopped…

Oct 14, 2026 · Engine
While driving on the highway 65 mph in our 2019 Hyundai Tucson AWD, the vehicle suddenly experienced a severe power loss, loud engine knocking, engine light flashing, and the car in limp mode. This caused a terrifying hazard. We exited to safety, the car was towed and is at a Hyundai dealership. It pulled a diagnostic…

Oct 13, 2026 · Engine
While driving at highway speeds, my 2019 Hyundai Tucson SE suddenly loses acceleration and drops into a 30 mph 'limp mode' while the engine overheats. This creates an immediate highway safety hazard with an imminent risk of a rear-end collision. The vehicle also suffers from excessive oil consumption, requiring manual…

Oct 7, 2026 · Engine
I have had 2 catalytic converters the original and a 2nd one. Now I need a 3rd due to excessive oil consumption. Corporate did a good will for a combustion cleaning and that did nothing. The dealership checked my oil and said there was excessive oil consumption and submitted for an engine replacement and it was…

Oct 7, 2026 · Engine
The new 2019 Hyundai Tucson equipped with the Nu2.0L GDI engine, I purchased in 1/2020 as the original owner to this day has been diagnosed with a burnt exhaust valve due to heavy oil consumption that has been an uncorrected documented manufacturer’s defect within Hyundai motor corporation. The excessive engine oil…

Tucson model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2016	5	1,626	14	26
2017	3	1,093	13	26
2018	1	399	13	9
2019	1	385	15	11
2020	1	179	5	2
2021	1	80	2	3
2022	3	386	25	4

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

Questions

Does the 2019 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson, the most recent reported on September 4, 2020 (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 2019 Hyundai Tucson?: Owners have filed 385 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (201 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (62).
How many 2019 Hyundai Tucson complaints mention a crash or fire?: 15 of 385 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 16, 2026.