Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | −33% | 4 | Electrical | Few |
| 2025 | 4 | −23% | 3 | Electrical | Few |
| 2023 | 11 | — | — | Electrical | Limited data |
| 2022 | 7 | — | — | Transmission | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median Tucson Plug-In Hybrid year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid problems
Latest Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid recalls
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 22, 2026.
Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras may cause the forward collision avoidance system to activate prematurely and unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Remedy: Dealers will update the front camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Air bags › Sensor › Side impact
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid should you avoid?
None of the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid?
2025 has the fewest complaints compared with other Tucson Plug-In Hybrid years at the same age. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (11), transmission & drivetrain (10) and engine & cooling (4). Electrical complaints peak in the 2023 model year.
How many recalls has the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid had?
4 recalls across 2022–2026. The model year with the most is 2026. See all Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.