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2025 HYUNDAI TUCSON Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. This model year has 218 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB.

218
Complaints
21
Crashes
1
Fires
13
Injuries
β€”
Deaths
4
Recalls

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Worst 2025 Hyundai Tucson Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
114
complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB

Crash-related:17
Injuries:9
#2
50
complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
#3
47
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Crash-related:2
Fires:1
Injuries:2

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB11417β€”β€”
Electrical Faults501β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues4721β€”
Brake System244β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain12β€”β€”β€”
Headlight/Taillight Failures111β€”β€”
Engine Problems11β€”β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration112β€”β€”
Lane Departure10β€”β€”β€”
Steering Defects51β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper4β€”β€”β€”
Structural Problems42β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention3β€”β€”β€”
Seat Belt Issues31β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions31β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues2β€”β€”β€”
Suspension Failures2β€”β€”β€”
Equipment1β€”β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System1β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues11β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

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Showing 218 most recent complaints

Uncategorized IssuesApr 27, 2026

The display on the dashboard that includes the speedometer and other information goes completely blank. So does the heads-up display on the windshield. This could occur at the same time or individually. It may last only a few seconds or for several minutes. This has happened …

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 27, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced intermittent phantom braking; the vehicle violently and suddenly slammed on the brakes with no obstructions present, causing the contact to sustain shoulder an…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBπŸ’₯ CrashApr 27, 2026

Phantom Braking due to Forward collision detection has caused one front end collision in snow and one rear end collision in a construction zone while I was slowing down. In one instance it was snowing and in one instance it was in a dusty construction zone slowing for steel plate…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBπŸ’₯ CrashApr 27, 2026

I forgot to mention that with my two accidents while slowing down for traffic or a turn, that phantom braking happens almost every day now (it happened about 7 times in 4 minutes while I was on the highway, that's not exageration) Curves on the highway with a car diagonal to you …

Headlight/Taillight FailuresApr 26, 2026

driver’s side of the vehicle that the headlight does not cover the entire road but has an angle and is a safety issue.

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 26, 2026

This incident occured in The Woodlands, Texas, about a 45 min drive north of my home. I was headed south on [XXX] . I had pulled into a left turn lane at the intersection of [XXX] . After the oncoming traffic had cleared, I proceeded to make a left turn onto [XXX] . My Hyun…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 26, 2026

I was stopped behind another car in a through-lane in the parking lot at Marshall's. I was fully stopped about 1 car length behind another stopped car. I decided to make a left turn (from my stopped position) into a perpendicular through-lane in the same parking lot. Just afte…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 25, 2026

The Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning systems activated while making a left turn after stopping for a red traffic light and locked the brakes of the vehicle in the middle of the intersection with no other car in front of me. Dash alerted that a collision w…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 25, 2026

I was turning right from [XXX] onto [XXX] . It was raining lightly, the car initiated emergency braking and no one was in front of me. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 24, 2026

On two occasions, the automatic emergency braking system engaged potentially causing an accident. The first occurred at an intersection where I was attempting to turn left from a stop. The system would not allow me to proceed until the bus attempting an opposite left turn left th…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 23, 2026

Subject: 2025 Hyundai Tucson - Persistent Phantom Braking Issue I am reporting a severe safety defect regarding the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system on my 2025 Hyundai Tucson. Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced five separate "Phantom Braking" inciden…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBπŸ’₯ CrashApr 22, 2026

My wife was driving our Hyundai Tucson on the city street at about 35 mph. She signaled left to get into a turning lane. The turning lane has two lanes and is very long. She got into the turning lane and the traffic in front of her stopped. The car's collision avoidance syste…

Electrical FaultsApr 21, 2026

Vehicle began flashing check driver assistance for rear sensors repeatedly while traveling out of state on March 30th with an occasional flash of check AWD/4WD. On March 31st the vehicle flashed the warnings along with a variety of others flashing on the infotainment screen rapid…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 21, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, while attempting to accelerate, the brakes engaged unexpectedly. On another occasion, while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brakes unexpectedly engaged without driver inp…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 20, 2026

On at least three occasions, the emergency braking system has engaged when there was no risk of a collision. The vehicle ahead was moving forward and was a safe distance ahead. This has occurred even when the forward collision system is set to "Late." When the emergency braking s…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the Forward Attention Warning (FAW) system had failed to detect the driver's eyes while wearing sunglasses, causing the cruise control to disengage unintendedly. Several messages advising the driver to pay attention …

Uncategorized IssuesApr 20, 2026

"Consider Taking a Break" warning comes on every 3-5 minutes after the car has been driving for an hour or so. Even after stopping, taking a break, and switching drivers, the warning comes on repeatedly. This is not a safety feature - it is a SAFETY HAZARD. It is distracting t…

Brake SystemApr 19, 2026

I was driving on the highway in heavy traffic going about 65 mph. An unusual symbol appeared on the dash in red that I don't know what It was or what it meant but I thought it must be something serious. Then a warning came up saying for me to take a break. Then a different warnin…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBApr 18, 2026

Sometimes in heavy rain, using the washer fluid or bright sunlight I get an alert that the Foward Collision Avoidance sensor disabled. Usually doesn’t last long unless there is heavy rain. This system shouldn’t be triggered by things that happen frequently. This isn’t an issue in…

Uncategorized IssuesApr 18, 2026

On 4/14/26, the glass area between the sunroof and directly above the front windshield, cracked and subsequently shattered. There was no impact and currently there is no damage to the sunroof or windshield. Upon checking online to figure out what this area is called, I discover…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson.

Recalls for 2025 Hyundai Tucson

4 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

24V691000Invalid Date
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

24V877000Invalid Date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

25V549000Invalid Date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

25V809000Invalid Date
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

2025 Hyundai Tucson β€” FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Tucson reliable?β–Ύ

Severe Issues. The 2025 Hyundai Tucson has 218 NHTSA owner complaints, 21 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (114 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?β–Ύ

#1: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (114 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (50 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (47 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?β–Ύ

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson has 21 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 218 total NHTSA complaints. 13 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes β€” 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The largest issue: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2025 Hyundai Tucson?β–Ύ

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson has severe issues β€” review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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