NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Hyundai Tucson
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover SUV competing in one of the most crowded segments in America. Aimed squarely at value-conscious families and urban commuters who want practicality without sacrificing refinement, the Tucson has evolved significantly across its 2019-to-2025 run, growing in technology and polish while carrying a safety record that deserves a careful, clear-eyed look before you sign anything.
Despite a strong crash-test showing, the 2023 Hyundai Tucson carries a park-outside or stop-driving recall, so read the recall section first. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 2 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Tucson as a well-rounded compact SUV that punches above its price point in interior quality and feature content. Most praise its comfortable ride and user-friendly technology. Opinions on driving dynamics are more measured, with reviewers tending to describe it as competent rather than exciting. The overall tone is positive, particularly for the post-2022 redesign.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17106
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
TRAILER HITCHES25V893000
Risk: Nonfunctioning trailer lights can increase the risk of a crash. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a cap of the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 290. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA
Reported 2025-12-19
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP23V526000
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Reported 2023-07-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
121 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.