2006 Hyundai Tucson Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Hyundai Tucson has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 135 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 3 fires, 17 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (38 reports).

5Recalls
135Owner complaints
15Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Tucson?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2006 Hyundai Tucson recalls

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 13V113Apr 1, 20131,712,336 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting

Recall 09V280Jul 21, 20093,011 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 09V122Apr 15, 2009532,633 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module

Recall 07V197May 8, 20072,967 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module

Recall 06V445Nov 22, 2006128,300 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Hyundai Tucson problems

Problem areas named in the 135 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags38
Electrical System16
Steering13
Suspension13
Structure13
Engine12
Unknown Or Other11
Exterior Lighting10
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Vehicle Speed Control9

What owners report

2025-12-07, Unknown Or Other
Rear subframe corrosion
2024-10-28, Structure
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear subframe had become inoperable and the contact noticed that the rear subframe was corroded. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
2024-07-21, Service Brakes
ESC OFF light does not turn off. I press it off and on while driving and nothing happens. It stays on all the time.
2024-07-01, Engine
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light and the TPMS warning light were illuminated. Additionally, the engine overheated. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall and Technical Service Bulletin: 952. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was appr
2024-03-13, Suspension
At first brakes were making noise so I went to replace them after getting parts and I noticed that the brake pedal went to the floor I was able to get it on concrete pad but when I jacked it up I say big chunks of rust falling when I looked under car rear axle subframe was pretty much gone after I say that I decided to order the replacement subframe but when it come in and I was getting ready to do it I body mount where it is bolted also needs replaced I was trying to find them when I come across a factory recall about this issue when I contacted them and the dealer about this issue dealer said it couldn't be done because there was nothing left and he refused to put on a lift because he sai

2006 Hyundai Tucson questions

Does the 2006 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Hyundai Tucson: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Hyundai Tucson?

Based on 135 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (38), Electrical System (16), Steering (13).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Hyundai Tucson has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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