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2008 Hyundai Tucson Problems: 1 Known Issue

2008 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008 Hyundai Tucson has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Stop Lamp Switch Failure Disabling Brake Lights, Shift Interlock and Cruise Control (Recalls 09V122 and 13V113) ($0-$120 repair). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2007-2009 Hyundai Tucson, the JM-generation Tucson's stop lamp switch develops a high-resistance or open contact. Because the switch feeds far more than the brake lamps, a failure cascades: brake lights stop working, the brake-transmission shift interlock will not release so the vehicle cannot be shifted out of Park, the push-button start (where fitted) may not respond, the Electronic Stability Control can be disabled, and cruise control may fail to disengage on brake application. Hyundai recalled the switch twice - first in 2009 (campaign 092) and again in April 2013, when 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson vehicles were called back, with a further 652,512 vehicles added that September. The failure is intermittent and often presents first as an inability to shift out of Park in a parking lot.

Common Symptoms

  • Brake lights do not illuminate, or stay on continuously
  • Cannot shift out of Park with the brake pedal pressed
  • Cruise control will not engage or will not cancel on braking
  • ESC / traction control warning light on
  • Intermittent no-start on push-button-start vehicles

How to Fix

Free recall remedy: dealers replace the stop lamp switch under NHTSA 09V122000 and/or 13V113000 (Hyundai campaign 092). Have the VIN checked on the NHTSA recall lookup even on a vehicle bought used - many of these were never redeemed. Outside the recall, the switch is an inexpensive plug-in part behind the brake pedal arm; check switch adjustment and the plunger bumper on the pedal stop at the same time, since a crumbled rubber bumper produces the same symptoms.

Typical repair cost:$0 - $120

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NHTSA Recalls5 recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.

Campaign #13V11300001/04/2013

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFTED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Hyundai Tucson problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2008 Hyundai Tucson has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Stop Lamp Switch Failure Disabling Brake Lights, Shift Interlock and Cruise Control (Recalls 09V122 and 13V113). Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Hyundai Tucson reliable?

The 2008 Hyundai Tucson has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Stop Lamp Switch Failure Disabling Brake Lights, Shift Interlock and Cruise Control (Recalls 09V122 and 13V113). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Hyundai Tucson problems?

Repair costs for known Hyundai Tucson issues range from $0 to $120, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Stop Lamp Switch Failure Disabling Brake Lights, Shift Interlock and Cruise Control (Recalls 09V122 and 13V113), typically costs $0-$120 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2007-2009 Hyundai Tucson Stop Lamp Switch Failure Disabling Brake Lights, Shift Interlock and Cruise Control (Recalls 09V122 and 13V113)?

The JM-generation Tucson's stop lamp switch develops a high-resistance or open contact. Because the switch feeds far more than the brake lamps, a failure cascades: brake lights stop working, the brake-transmission shift interlock will not release so the vehicle cannot be shifted… Repairs typically run $0-$120. Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

Data compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, automotive forums, and AI-assisted research. No aggregated owner-report counts available for this vehicle yet.

Campaign #09V12200015/04/2009

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A DEFECTIVE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFT OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

Campaign #09V28000021/07/2009

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, STATIC AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTING CONDUCTED BY NHTSA USING FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE DUMMIES INDICATED THAT A SMALL STATURE ADULT DRIVER NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT AND INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL OR NEAR FRONTAL CRASH, THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AIR BAG MAY NOT OCCUR.

Campaign #07V19700008/05/2007

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DURING STATIC AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTING CONDUCTED BY NHTSA USING FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE DUMMIES INDICATED IF A SMALL STATURED ADULT DRIVER, NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT, IS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL OR NEAR FRONTAL CRASH, DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AIR BAG MAY RESULT IN AN INSUFFICIENT MARGIN OF COMPLIANCE AS MEASURED BY THE TEST DUMMY USED IN THE NHTSA TEST.

Campaign #06V44500022/11/2006

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