2015 Hyundai Tucson Safety Report
2015 Hyundai Tucson Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Hyundai Tucson. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (222) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 15 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Hyundai Tucson with 61 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Hyundai Tucson before buying across this generation. |
Hyundai Tucson Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Hyundai Tucson years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Hyundai Tucson | 1588 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Hyundai Tucson | 1054 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Hyundai Tucson | 369 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Hyundai Tucson | 355 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Hyundai Tucson | 159 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Hyundai Tucson | 61 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Hyundai Tucson Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Hyundai Tucson, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
75 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Hyundai onlyService Brakes, Hydraulic
48 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes, Hydraulic issues Hyundai onlyUnknown Or Other
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Hyundai onlyPower Train,Engine
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Engine issues Hyundai onlyUnknown Or Other,Engine
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Hyundai onlyEngine,Fuel/Propulsion System
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Hyundai onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
Reliability Score
The 2015 Hyundai Tucson receives a reliability score of 70 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Service Brakes Issues with the hydraulic service brakes, including anti-lock and traction control systems, have been reported, leading to reduced braking performance. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Seizing Engine seizing has been reported, causing sudden loss of power and potential engine failure. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Fuel/Propulsion System Oil consumption and engine seizing issues have been reported, leading to sudden loss of power and potential engine failure. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Check Engine Light And Limp Mode Check engine light and limp mode have been reported, indicating potential engine or fuel system issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Hyundai Tucson:
Issues with the hydraulic service brakes, including anti-lock and traction control systems, have been reported.
Issues related to the engine and fuel system, including oil consumption and engine seizing, have been reported.
Check engine light and limp mode have been reported, indicating potential engine or fuel system issues.
Recall Details for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Hyundai Tucson with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 3 reported injuries or fatalities.
On March 13, 2026, I was operating my 2015 Hyundai Tucson when the steering locked up, causing me to crash into a tree head-on. In the course of this head-on crash, my airbags failed to deploy. As a direct result of my airbags not deploying in a serious car crash, my head hit the steering wheel, causing a confirmed concussion diagnosis of Post Traumatic Headache and Post Concussion Syndrome in a h...
On January 7, 2026, shortly after delivery of a used 2015 Hyundai Tucson (VIN [XXX] ), the vehicle experienced immediate mechanical failure while being driven, resulting in sudden loss of power and drivability. Multiple warning lights illuminated on the dashboard at the time of failure. The vehicle became disabled and left the occupants stranded roadside in Fairhope, Alabama. The exact component ...
At the time of engine failure, my husband was on the offramp between 140N and 24N at approximately 8:30pm. This ramp is under construction and narrow, but state troopers stopped and were able to push the car to the side of the road. As it was nighttime, my husband and /or other motor vehicle drivers/passengers could've been seriously injured. The car did not display any warning lights or signals. ...
Driving on interstate for approx 30min and the car stopped accelerating. We safely merged off to the side and the car completely shut off. The car would not start. We put oil in and it started up by engine light was on. We got vehicle towed 1hr back into town. We are lucky no cars were behind us to cause an accident. We are also lucky engine did not catch on fire. This happened completely out of ...
The engine failed two years ago at 86000 miles. Hyundai replaced the engine for it to start knocking and stop working a year later. I completed all of the first oil changes, slow driving, ect. Seems like an engine problem with Hyundai itself.
I started having oil issues 3 years after purchasing my hyundai Tuscan 2015. I took my vehicle to hyundai several time all of which I was told by service guy and I quote “Hey its Hyundai, just following up so right now we have a consumption issue. It is currently 2.5 quarts low. The tech recommends re doing the oil change and returning in 1000miles and recheck. When you return and we see that the ...
Without any notice, the crankshaft seized while driving 55 mph on the highway. We were on a highway with one lane in each direction and a shoulder. No warning lights appeared until after the engine failed. We were barely able to coast to the shoulder at the time. The incident blew a baseball size hole in the engine. The vehicle was towed to over 60 miles to Noller Hyundai of Lawrence, Kansas. The ...
engine is burning oil. have to replenish oil level once a month, started about a yr ago
On [XXX], my husband and I were driving on [XXX] (Highway) in the slow lane, when the engine shutoff without any Service engine light warning. It was frightening because an tractor trailer was directly behind the car as we lost power. There was no sounds of engine parts knocking or pinging when the problem occurred. The only thing was observed was (two) 2 puffs of smoke seen from the tailpipe, wit...
The engine uses about 3 to 4 quarts of oil before a oil change the it will go in limp mode. I have to get it rest and then add oil for the engine to run right. Also transmission don't want to shift 3 to 4 gear it will be 35 mph to 65 before it shifts. When the car goes in limp mode I lose power going up a hill and almost got rear ended. They won't do anything do to its a used car. No lights came ...
--->While I was driving my hyundai tucson engine seized (-engine model (lm) 2.4l theta ii--> 63,664 miles). Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection. ---> As I said before I was driving in a express way when the incident happened. My car just stopped working out of a sudden and I had to take the side road by applying a much force effort from myself not to get hit by several vehicles behind. ...
The engine completely shut off while I was driving 70 mph on the highway. I lost braking and steering power. I had NO warning, no lights came on at all. I bought it used on 11/20/2023 and I have only driven it 6,011 miles.
Left passenger door, (that has child safety lock engaged,) will not open, from either the inside or the outside, when the unlock door button is pushed. When manually unlock door, it still won't open from either inside our outside. I have owned this vehicle for 9yrs and am less than 54,000 miles driven. This is a safety concern as I 2 small grandchildren and I need access to both doors.
- My engine seized while driving North on [XXX] from San Diego to CA. After having it towed to a shop I was informed it was completely out of oil which caused the engine to seize and would need to be replaced. My last oil change had taken place within about 6k miles and should not have been out of oil. Additionally no oil light, engine light, or any light on the dashboard was on to notify me somet...
Our 2015 Hyundai Tucson check engine light started flashing and went into "limp mode" while driving on the freeway. Limp mode means the car loses power to accelerate, struggles going up hills, and limits speed. Thankfully I was not pulling out. The vehicle was towed that day to a mechanic who found traces of metal in the oil (see documentation). The vehicle was then towed to the Hyundai dealer. T...
Ticking sound (loud noise ) from the engine and the check engine light is flashing. The mileage on the car is 142600km.
Bought the vehicle as is with "1 owner, who was older" drove it off the lot and rest drove it, at 57,000 miles. Perfect...that was november 2023.. 3 days later my car was a little low on gas due to they didn't fill it and I left it be, started it drove about 15 miles and it starts sputtering and almost stalls out. Now here I am in June and beginning of June I hear ticking under hood, thinking it's...
Vehicle code P1326 Flashing engine light Knocking noises while accelerating Indicates of low oil level When accelerating in doesn’t want to accelerate and it feels like it wants to stall out and shut off
The passenger door handle will not open from the outside door after using keyless entry or door unlock. This put people at risk if someone is trying to rescue the person from an accident or other critical injury where one needs help to escape from the vehicle. There are numerous reports of this manufacture and model where the front doors or back passenger doors will not open. Carguru has a page li...
While driving our 2015 Hyundai Tucson on [XXX] outside of Sanford, Florida, [XXX], at 70mph, the car unexplainably lost all power and my husband had to veer into the right lane while avoiding traffic at high speeds, and pull onto the shoulder until the the car came to rest. This affected his safety, the cars in the right lane, the cars behind him, and his safety on the shoulder. When he tried to ...
Showing 20 of 222 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Engine
Opened 2022-09-12 · Closed 2023-12-12
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug...
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
Opened 2023-11-17
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando....
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Hyundai Tucson
Has the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON have?
The 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON has 222 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 7 involved crashes. 7 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
The 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON involve engine (75 complaints), service brakes, hydraulic (48 complaints), unknown or other (11 complaints). Other affected components include power train,engine, unknown or other,engine, engine,fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON have?
There are 7 crash reports associated with the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON out of 222 total complaints (3.2% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON have?
There are 8 fire reports for the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON out of 222 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
7 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 222 complaints, 1 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON are: 1. ENGINE (75 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC (48 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (11 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN,ENGINE (6 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE (6 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 75 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
Be cautious of hydraulic service brake issues and engine problems, especially around 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON has 222 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
The 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON receives a reliability score of 70/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 222 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 15 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Hydraulic service brakes and Engine seizing.
What are the known issues with the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON?
Known issues with the 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON include: Hydraulic service brakes, Engine seizing, Engine fuel/propulsion system, Check engine light and limp mode. These are based on patterns found across 222 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2015 Hyundai Tucson?
The most common issues are with the hydraulic service brakes and engine problems, including oil consumption and engine seizing.
Can the hydraulic service brake issues be dangerous?
Yes, hydraulic service brake issues can lead to reduced braking performance and increased risk of accidents.
What should I do if my check engine light comes on?
Have your vehicle inspected by a professional to diagnose and address any potential engine or fuel system issues.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of hydraulic service brake issues and engine problems, especially around 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Hyundai Tucson
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The data includes 222 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 7 reported crashes, 8 fire incidents, 7 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Hyundai Tucson an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16