Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
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Executive Vehicle Verdict
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has zero owner defect complaints and 5 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA.
EPA testing covers 5 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.6L 4-Cyl hybrid, 1.6L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid, and 2.5l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 26 to 38 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 77 MPGe (35 MPG on gasoline) with up to 32 miles of electric driving range.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 5 official campaigns
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 26–38 MPG across 5 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Hybrid Blue Hybrid | 1.6L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 38 MPG | 38 MPG | 38 MPG | — | $1,600 / yr |
| Tucson Hybrid Hybrid | 1.6L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 36 MPG | 37 MPG | 36 MPG | — | $1,700 / yr |
| Tucson Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | 80 MPGe (35 MPG) | 73 MPGe (35 MPG) | 77 MPGe (35 MPG) | 32 mi EV (420 mi total) | $1,750 / yr |
| Tucson FWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 MPG | 33 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
| Tucson AWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 30 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLUG-IN HYBRID 5 HB N/A FWD | — | ||||
| HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 17.4% | ||||
| PLUG-IN HYBRID SUV PHEV AWD | — |
No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2026 Hyundai Tucson models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Summary of 0 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Defect Summary: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2026 Hyundai Tucson
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson
How many safety recalls does the 2026 Hyundai Tucson have?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is associated with 5 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
AutoUtility currently records zero consumer defect complaints on file with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson.
A zero-complaint record in federal databases reflects submitted owner filings and does not guarantee the absence of mechanical issues.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2026 Hyundai Tucson earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 1 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2026 Hyundai Tucson get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson range from 26 to 38 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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