Is the 2025 Hyundai TUCSON reliable?

The 2025 Hyundai TUCSON has 404 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Hyundai TUCSON?

Top problems: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (166 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (53 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (52 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Hyundai TUCSON?

Yes, there are 6 recall(s): EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Contact any Hyundai dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Hyundai TUCSON?

The 2025 Hyundai TUCSON gets 26 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1846. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Hyundai TUCSON?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Hyundai TUCSON is approximately $2,185/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2025 Hyundai TUCSON

Q: Is the 2025 Hyundai TUCSON often stolen?

The Hyundai TUCSON was the #17 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025 with approximately 5,900 thefts (NICB Hot Wheels data). Theft risk tier: high.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Hyundai TUCSON has 404 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.3x the segment average of 314. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (41% of all complaints), specifically: the “consider taking a break” message flashes and dings which startles and distracts me and is not safe while i’m driving. it does this even when i am driving safe.. There are 6 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 37 crash reports 22 injuries

404

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

1.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

166 complaints

41%

• The “consider taking a break” message flashes and dings which startles and distracts me and is not safe while I’m driving. It does this even when I am driving safe.
• -auto start/stop "feature" Since there is no way to permanently disable this feature i forgot that it was on. while stopped a stop light i was unable to move when the car behind me could not stop due to the wet roads. If the car behind me was unable to swerve in time i would have been rear-ended. b
• I am filing a complaint regarding a serious safety malfunction in my 2025 Hyundai Tucson’s forward collision sensor, which caused an accident. I have owned this vehicle for only two weeks, and I believe this issue poses a risk to myself and other drivers. On February 25, 2025, while driving, the ca

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 23 crashes

“The “consider taking a break” message flashes and dings which startles and distracts me and is not safe while I’m driving. It does this even when I am driving safe.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2025 Hyundai TUCSON

Based on 38 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 5K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

In line with typicalmedian 3K mi · 14 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 5K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred. This vehicle is under 5 years old, so most of the fleet hasn't accumulated high mileage yet — low-mileage peaks reflect fleet age, not necessarily premature failure.

Recalls (6)

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS13/09/2024

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson vehicles. The glove box air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: Without the glove box label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

Fix: Hyundai will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 268.

High theft risk

#17 most stolen in 2025

The Hyundai TUCSON was the #17 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 5,900 thefts reported to law enforcement.

Notes: Kia Boys challenge affected pre-2022 keyless models

Recommended protection: engine immobilizer verification, steering wheel lock, GPS tracker, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Higher theft risk usually translates to higher comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2025 Hyundai TUCSON

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,847

Per month

$154

Per mile

15.4¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,001/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Hyundai TUCSON

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,185

Full coverage / month

$182

Liability only / year

$600

vs US avg

+31%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.15x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2185

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Hyundai TUCSON Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

90K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 404 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The “consider taking a break” message flashes and dings which startles and distracts me and is not safe while I’m driving. It does this even when I am driving safe.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: Dashboard screen display shut off while driving. Did not feel safe. local HYUNDAI dealer has confirmed problem. Unsure if vehicle has been inspected by manufacturer, has been at the local HYUNDAI for service for one week. There where no warnings messages prior to the failure
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: Twice car is completely dead for 3 weeks car is at the dealership
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: Automatic brakes are deploying with no apparent hazard.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Hyundai dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)