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2023 Hyundai Tucson Problems: 7 Known Issues
2023 model year · 680+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
2023 · All trims · All engines
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According to Au7o's analysis of 680+ owner reports, the 2023 Hyundai Tucson has 7 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are ISG Electric Oil Pump Controller Overheat Fire Risk (NX4), Tow Hitch Wiring Harness Water Intrusion and Fire Risk and Panoramic Sunroof Spontaneous Cracking ($800-$1,800 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Rear Brake Caliper Seizing / Premature Wear with 680 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $300 to $6,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson vehicles. The tire and loading information label may incorrectly indicate information about a spare tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 680+ owner reports, the 2023 Hyundai Tucson has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: ISG Electric Oil Pump Controller Overheat Fire Risk (NX4), Tow Hitch Wiring Harness Water Intrusion and Fire Risk, Panoramic Sunroof Spontaneous Cracking. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2023 Hyundai Tucson has 7 known issues documented across 680+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: ISG Electric Oil Pump Controller Overheat Fire Risk (NX4) and Tow Hitch Wiring Harness Water Intrusion and Fire Risk and Panoramic Sunroof Spontaneous Cracking. 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.
Repair costs for known Hyundai Tucson issues range from $0 to $6,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
NHTSA recall 23V-526 covers certain model-year 2023 Hyundai Tucson vehicles. The Idle Stop & Go transmission electric oil-pump controller may contain a printed circuit board damaged during manufacturing. A damaged capacitor can affect operation and cause heat damage to the pump c… Severity: high.
NHTSA recall 25V-893 covers certain model-year 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional OEM trailer wiring harness installed as a port-installed or dealer-installed option. The harness control module was installed in a location susceptible to water ingress and… 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.
TRAILER HITCHES
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tucson vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis tow hitch wiring harness. The wiring harness may have been installed incorrectly, allowing water into the control module. Moisture accumulation may cause the trailer lighting to fail or an electrical short circuit.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson vehicles. The software installed in the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) may be incompatible with the vehicle, which could result in inoperative headlights and/or taillights.
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The panoramic sunroof glass on the Tucson can crack or shatter spontaneously without impact. The issue has been reported across multiple model years and has generated significant NHTSA complaints. Thermal stress from temperature differentials and body flex during driving are susp… Repairs typically run $800-$1,800. Severity: high.
Rear brake calipers on Tucson models are prone to seizing due to corroded slide pins, causing uneven pad wear, pulling to one side, and premature rotor warping. The issue is worse in northern climates with road salt exposure. Some owners report rear brakes needing replacement at… Repairs typically run $300-$700. Severity: medium.
Tucson Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid models repeatedly drain their small 12V lithium starter battery, leaving the vehicle unable to power up. The 12V battery is far smaller (around 19 Ah) than the lead-acid AGM used on the gas model, and persistent standby loads (Bluelink cellular co… Repairs typically run $0-$350. Severity: medium.
The naturally-aspirated 2.5L Smartstream G2.5 GDI engine (distinct from the older Theta II 2.0/2.4) suffers from fuel dilution of the engine oil and, in some units, sticking oil-control rings that drive excessive oil consumption. Raw injected fuel washes past the rings into the c… Repairs typically run $0-$6,000. Severity: medium.
Hyundai TSB 23-BD-009H covers certain model-year 2022-2023 Tucson vehicles equipped with non-glossy front door pull handles. The bulletin provides repair information when the front door pull-handle paint is peeling. Severity: low.