2022 Hyundai Tucson: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2022 Hyundai Tucson? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 344 complaints, with Fuel/Propulsion System as the top reported area.
2022 Hyundai Tucson Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2022 Hyundai Tucson trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2022 Hyundai Tucson Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested — showing 2022 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Later ReleaseOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
15.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
15.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson has 344 owner complaints, 22 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Fuel/Propulsion System. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Hyundai
- Model
- Tucson
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 344
- Crash-related complaints
- 22
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Fuel/Propulsion System
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 37
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 37 / 36
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2022 Hyundai Tucson Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine Problems, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2022 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2022 Hyundai Tucson
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the Fuel/Propulsion System for any known issues or recalls.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for Engine and Transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the Fuel/Propulsion System for any known issues or recalls.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for Engine and Transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2022 Hyundai Tucson, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson are concentrated in the Fuel/Propulsion System and Engine Problems, with a notable number of transmission and electrical issues. Crash-related complaints are relatively few, but the overall confidence in this data is low due to limited sample size.
- Fuel/Propulsion System accounts for the highest number of complaints among all components.
- Engine Problems are the second most reported issue, with 105 complaints.
- Transmission/Drivetrain complaints total 60, indicating a recurring theme.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB has 28 complaints, suggesting potential safety system concerns.
- Fuel/Propulsion System complaints are the most frequent, with 124 reports.
- Engine Problems are a major concern, with 105 complaints.
- Transmission/Drivetrain issues are reported in 60 complaints.
All 2022 Hyundai Tucson Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 124 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 105 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 60 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 48 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 45 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 28 | 8 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 26 | 5 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 12 | 9 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
At a slow speed the car lurched, paused, in traffic. The engine light is on. It could be dangerous.
1st Incident: Merging on to the freeway car started to stall but was able to safely make it off the freeway at next exit. Less than 2 miles was unable to accelerate to properly merge on freeway. A slow merge & slow driving on to a freeway is extremely dangerous. 2nd Incident: 6 m…
I PURCHASED THIS 2022 TUCSON LIMITED HYUNDAI NEW. IT HAS 25,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND A POWER REDUCTION BEGAN ALONG WITH SHAKING OF THE CAR. I WAS ABLE TO CLEAR THE INTERSECTION SAFELY. I WAS ABLE TO TURN INTO A SAFE SPOT AND SHUT DOWN THE CAR. IT W…
When braking my 2022 Hyundai Tucson to come to a stop, the vehicle continues to accelerate. I have to release the brake and re-apply the brake to fix the acceleration problem. I check the internet on this problem. They internet says it is a software problem. The vehicle shows no …
The car is dead if you do not drive it every 4 days. The battery and system have no power. It has happened multiple times over the past year. Have taken the car to Castle Hyundai of Downers Grove, IL. To date no resolution has been reached wh6 my car looses power. The dea…
While driving, I accelerated to merge onto the highway. The check engine light flashed a few times and the engine started wobbling like it was misfiring. I have also been having a parasitic drain on my auxiliary batter that makes the car not open to my key fob that I know works. …
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Yesterday used front passenger side seatbelt and it worked fine. Today it did not work at all, seatbelt does not latch.
The touchscreen is not reposnive to touch except in one tiny corner. We’re reported this at thw Hyundai dealership at least three times over the years- they said “they can’t see a problem”, which is odd because the screen literally does not respond to touch. When it’s hot, even w…
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while stopped, the vehicle hesitated to respond, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it was shaking unexpectedly with a misfire coming from the engin…
High pressure fuel injectors went out.
Bought the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. It was driving perfect no issues then I hit 52,000 miles and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle started sputtering and idling hard like it wasn’t getting fuel when the gas was pressed. I was on the interstate and the vehicle wouldn’t …
This vehicle has a considerate amount of oil dilution problems. I have had this vehicle taken in for service several times due to gasoline mixed into the engine oil. Again on March 6 2026 for the 4th time now the vehicle has a check engine light extreme hesitation with an almost …
I am dealing with this issue where I am getting fuel injector issue and getting cylinder 3 misfire and air fuel imbalance code. It comes and goes. I spent 1500 bucks flushing fuel system and replacing spark plugs and coil. But the issue is still there! i changed the battery and g…
After inspection by a few people it was determined that the front passenger side lower frame cracked which then cracked the body oozing rusty water out of it. I was told that if the car was hit on the passenger side that it would not retain its ability to be stable and would crum…
I have had 2 failures of the EGR valve. The first was covered under warranty. Hyundai is refusing to cover the second repair even though I think it should be covered under the 80,000 mile federal emissions warranty. The vehicle currently has 73,000 miles.
engine light #2 GDI injector at 60,900 miles been repaired but not under warranty out at 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle jerked right and inadvertently drove into a snowbank. The vehicle was taken to the residence and then towed to a dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The contact had no…
The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire in the engine, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine cylinder failures. The…
When My wife was driving our car on the highway today to work, the car suddenly threw a "check hybrid system - pullover safely" light when she was at highway speeds. She was able to luckily pull over quickly onto the shoulder before the car completely powered down. This is incred…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson.
2022 Hyundai Tucson Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2022 Hyundai Tucson Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 344 owner complaints, 22 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2022 Hyundai Tucson shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson?▾
#1: Fuel/Propulsion System (124 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (105 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (60 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Hyundai Tucson?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, NHTSA complaints include 22 crash-related reports and 4 fire reports out of 344 total complaints. 54 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2022 Hyundai Tucson?▾
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Fuel/Propulsion System during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Tucson reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.