2010 Hyundai Tucson Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Hyundai Tucson has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (22 reports).

4Recalls
59Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 Hyundai Tucson recalls

ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk

Recall 23V651Sep 22, 20231,649,478 vehicles affected

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these Hyundai vehicles may leak brake fluid internally.

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

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

Exterior Lighting

Recall 11V259Apr 26, 20117,829 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

Recall 10V061Feb 25, 2010515 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Hyundai Tucson problems

Problem areas named in the 59 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train22
Service Brakes8
Engine7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Electrical System6
Unknown Or Other5
Air Bags5
Equipment3
Vehicle Speed Control3
Exterior Lighting3

What owners report

2026-09-18, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while her significant other was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from under the passenger’s side dashboard. Upon further inspection, there was a small fire starting. The vehicle was pulled over to the shoulder of the road, and the fire was extinguished using his hand and water. The contact stated that while her significant other was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from inside the ve
2026-09-02, Air Bags
The passenger seat airbag system warning light is on and stays on, there is an active recall but my vin is not yet included
2026-02-09, Unknown Or Other
While driving under normal conditions, the panoramic sunroof glass suddenly shattered without warning. There was no impact from road debris, no prior cracking, and no abnormal use of the sunroof. The failure occurred spontaneously and created a safety hazard due to falling glass and the risk of driver distraction or injury. This vehicle is equipped with the factory panoramic roof that has been the subject of a prior class action lawsuit and Hyundai Technical Service Bulletin 19-BD-007H (Panoramic Roof Moving Glass Warranty Extension, code TXXE). The failure I experienced is consistent with the known defect described in that settlement and TSB. Hyundai extended coverage for this defect to 1
2025-07-18, Service Brakes
This has been an ongoing problem since I last reported this on February 16, 2025. There’s a clicking noise under my tires and then I can’t stop, my brakes grind and my pedal grinds… all my ABS lights then come on… this has been going on too long!! Since April 20, 2025…. My brakes are GRINDING SERIOUSLY and PROHIBITING me to fully stop at times. I’ve had several near misses… I want them fixed now!! My car is no longer safe!!! Still doing it today @ 12:18pm with mileage of 130,605… please help!
2025-02-16, Service Brakes
On January 26, 2024, at AutoNation, I was requested to bring my 2010 Hyundai Tucson in to replace a part involving my ‘brakes.’ I’m the original owner, since 2021 my brakes would grind at least twice weekly and I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to stop! Then, the AntiLock Brake System lights would just pop up out of nowhere and come on, then my brakes would work. So, I was told I needed a new switch. AutoNation never let me explain any of this, they cut me off anytime I tried to explain it. So, last January 2024, the switch was fixed. I’d prefer NOT to go back there again!! It hasn’t been inspected by anyone. NHTSA may inspect it as soon as you would like. Except now, my A

2010 Hyundai Tucson questions

Does the 2010 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Tucson: ABS Module Can Leak Fluid and Short Out, Causing Fire Risk; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Hyundai Tucson?

Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (22), Service Brakes (8), Engine (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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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