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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Problems

Complaints
113filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
19,500miles, 16 complaints with mileage
Recalls
0campaigns on record
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
4–5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
EPA fuel economy
38 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid AWD · 38 city / 38 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error

What owners report

Owners of the 2022 Tucson Hybrid most often describe sudden loss of motive power: the vehicle drops into electric-only running or the engine will not engage, so it will not accelerate above low speed and the dash tells them to stop and check the hybrid system. Restarting often restores normal operation temporarily, and several owners say the dealer could not reproduce or diagnose the problem. Sunroof glass shattering, harsh or delayed shifting, and brake/12-volt electrical quirks also come up, many of them well under 30,000 miles.

  1. Engine

    Sudden loss of power / will not accelerate (hybrid system)

    • 56 complaints (50%)
    • median 18,500 mi at 2.2 yrs old (12 state mileage)
    • 2 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • filed 2021–2026

    Owners describe losing drive power without much warning: the accelerator stops responding, speed falls to roughly 10-40 mph or to zero, and the dash shows a check hybrid system message telling them to stop safely. Some say the engine will not start again after idling or slow driving and the car runs briefly on the battery before dying. Restarting the vehicle often brings back normal operation, and several owners report that dealers either could not reproduce the fault, reset stored codes, or replaced hybrid components under warranty. Reported across the whole mileage range in the sample, from a few hundred miles to over 60,000, and in a few cases after an hour or more of driving.

    3 related service bulletins

    What to check: Ask whether the vehicle has ever stored hybrid or engine fault codes and whether any were cleared without repair; a pre-purchase scan for stored codes is worthwhile. A service campaign describes a coolant-flow condition with an inverter coolant warning, so ask whether that campaign was performed.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “The check hybrid system light came on just after I tried to accelerate from a complete stop and I had no acceleration. I had the accelerator pushed to the floor and I got no response and was not able to accelerate two different times within 5 minutes of one another. I was in traffic unable to accelerate. I took it to the dealer and they were unable to find anything wrong and told me to bring it back if it happened again.”

    NHTSA complaint #11615093, filed 2024-09

    “On June 1, 2023 I was driving on a highway, suddenly lost the ability to accelerate, the car suddenly losing power and a warning message said to leave the road and have hybrid system checked. I pulled over, car idling, reentered highway only able to use low speed ( was 55 mph zone) to get to an exit a short distance away I had to be towed, the warning message still appearing at the dealership but no problem could be identified. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11557218, filed 2023-11
  2. Transmission and drivetrain

    Transmission shudder, whine or slow take-off

    • 17 complaints (15%)
    • median 24,250 mi at 2.5 yrs old (2 state mileage, few)
    • 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • filed 2021–2026

    Owners report a whining noise, sluggish acceleration from a stop, and a sense that the transmission is not shifting normally in the first weeks of ownership. Some complaints describe shuddering or hesitation when pulling away and the vehicle feeling like it does not know when to move between electric and engine power. In one case the dealer service department said a new transmission was needed. Several reports came within the first months of ownership and under about 20,000 miles.

    1 related service bulletin

    What to check: Test drive from a stop and at light throttle to feel for shudder or delay, and ask whether any transmission codes were stored or the transmission was serviced.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The hybrid powertrain system, transmission, or engine appears to be malfunctioning. The vehicle hesitates or stalls when pressing the gas, losing power as if it doesn’t recognize when to transition between EV and gas mode. Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? …”

    NHTSA complaint #11640554, filed 2025-02

    “The car has had a check engine light on for a week. It sometimes jolts forward when pressing on the accelerator and it does it all of a sudden. Took it to the Hyundai dealership they say it’s due to the egr valve and sub harness.”

    NHTSA complaint #11666187, filed 2025-06
  3. Other or unknown

    Panoramic sunroof glass shatters

    • 8 complaints (7%)
    • median 22,494 mi at 1.1 yrs old (2 state mileage, few)
    • filed 2022–2025

    Complaints describe a loud pop followed by the panoramic roof glass cracking or shattering, sometimes on the highway at 60-70 mph and sometimes while the car was parked. Owners report glass fragments inside the cabin and that there was no impact or nearby vehicle they could identify as the cause. According to the complaints, dealers were notified and cases were opened, with repairs pending in some cases. Reported from a few weeks after purchase up to around 25,000 miles, often at highway speed.

    What to check: Inspect the panoramic roof panel closely for chips, cracks or repair history, and ask whether the glass has ever been replaced.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “The panoramic sunroof failed, shattering without any apparent impact while I was going 70mph on the interstate. Glass went everywhere. I was not near any other vehicles and the glass shattered outwards (this, according to Hyundai, is a hallmark trait of the sunroof failing without external cause -- note that they've previously had a recall for the same panoramic sunroof issue in another model car). …”

    NHTSA complaint #11485824, filed 2022-09

    “I was driving at highway speed on the interstate and first heard a loud pop that sounded like something striking the windshield. Just a few minutes later, the sunroof shattered and sent glass fragments raining down on both me and my passenger.”

    NHTSA complaint #11570523, filed 2024-02
  4. Brakes

    Brakes slow to stop / vehicle surges while braking

    Mentioned in 6 of 60 sampled complaints

    Complaints describe the brake pedal going down but the vehicle not coming to a full stop, and in some cases the car surging forward at low speed while the pedal was pressed. Owners say the behavior was intermittent at first and then more consistent, and that a dealer reproduced the problem in at least one case. Others describe the parking or emergency brake not releasing as expected. Mostly reported between roughly 5,000 and 20,000 miles, often at low speed such as driveways and parking maneuvers.

    What to check: Ask for the brake service history and whether any brake or regenerative-braking software updates were applied; test low-speed stops and the electronic parking brake during the drive.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I turned right into my driveway at a slow speed. As I went onto the driveway, the car surged forward. To avoid driving into the garage door, I turned to the left to drive along the side of my house thinking I would be able to stop it. I kept hitting the break but the car kept going. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11533320, filed 2023-07

    “I wasn’t even allowed to select all the issues I’ve had with this vehicle since day of purchase three years ago June, and upon picking up the car I have had issues. My leather seats have bubbled up. My car will not merge. It will suddenly accelerate my car drops down in the middle of the road. My moonroof opens on its own. My car windows were randomly roll down on its own. My car breaks itself. My car emergency brake won’t unhook my car. Every single light is now on it. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11662576, filed 2025-05
  5. Electrical system

    12-volt battery drain and no-start

    Mentioned in 6 of 60 sampled complaints

    Owners report the 12-volt battery going flat after the car sat for several days, doors that could not be opened, and warning lights or a no-start condition. Some say the dealer agreed the battery needed replacement but did not have one available, leaving the vehicle at the shop. Others describe warning lights tied to battery voltage faults and repeated electrical problems over multiple service visits. Reported from a few days of sitting to around 30,000 miles, with several cases in the first couple of years.

    5 related service bulletins

    What to check: Check the age and condition of the 12-volt battery, and ask whether the battery management system software updates described in service bulletins were applied.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I’ve experienced repeated electrical and mechanical issues with my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. These include full battery drainage without engine activation (leaving me stranded), multiple warning lights, and recently a heater failure that remains unresolved. I’ve had over 8 service visits in two years, and Hyundai has not responded to my formal letter. A detailed timeline is available if needed.”

    NHTSA complaint #11700602, filed 2025-11

    “On three separate occasions the vehicle refused to accelerate after being in a stop and go mode (I.e. traffic/drive thru). All three times an alert popped up on the dashboard stating: HEV Check Hybrid System Stop Safely. The second time this occurred a diagnostic code came up: DTCP112000. In all three occasions turning the car off and restarting resolved the issue at least temporarily. Also- the battery was completely depleted after each incident. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11501153, filed 2023-01

Buying note. The most important thing to verify on a used 2022 Tucson Hybrid is whether it has a history of sudden power loss or stored hybrid/engine codes, so a scan at a shop and a thorough test drive are worth the cost. Also confirm which service campaigns and software updates have been completed, and check the panoramic roof glass and brake feel before buying.

Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.

NHTSA recorded 113 consumer complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 94% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 19,500 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 64 technical service bulletins for this model year.

Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Body and structure (4), Air bags (3), Lane departure (2), Tires (2), Engine cooling (1), Hybrid propulsion system (1), Steering (1).

Example complaints

Engine: “1) Transmission: while driving car jerks. when I’m accelerating from a stop sign or stop light the wheels kind of feel like they’re spinning/shaking and driving over gravel when I accelerate, before it actually starts and shifts gears. Car accelerating but not moving. 2) Not safe. Almost hit other cars around and people. 3) Dealer confirmed and replacing with new transmission. 4) No warning signs”

NHTSA complaint #11547593, filed 2023-10

Other or unknown: “While driving, my vehicle suddenly lost all power and didn't respond to the accelerator. The check engine and hybrid system failure lights came on, jeopardizing my safety and that of other road users. The car overheats significantly, to the extent that the air conditioning only blows hot air. This situation forced me to pull over on the highway shoulder, creating an additional risk for everyone involved in traffic.”

NHTSA complaint #11581051, filed 2024-04

Electrical system: “Hyundai has a service bulletin for their 12V battery but isn’t notifying owners. Today my vehicle stopped working and lost all acceleration on a busy 3 lane street that is 55mph. I was able to limp it to a left turn lane where I had to research the issue and found many others had instances like mine. The battery stops working and subsequently stops the vehicle from accelerating and tells you to ‘stop safely’ with no warning or indication that you’re about to stop moving on a road.”

NHTSA complaint #11637204, filed 2025-01

Transmission and drivetrain: “The car shook and then lights and alarms went off indicating something went wrong with the hybrid system. The car stopped accelerating, would shake, and then accelerated no more than 10 mph. It was absolutely crazy! Luckily, the highway that I was traveling on was not a busy one at the time because all I thought was this could have been a major accident if on a fast moving freeway. I managed to pull over and started reading online about this issue occurring with other customers who purchased the same or similar vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #11539110, filed 2023-08

Mileage when problems were reported

94% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 2,400 and 24,989 miles.

38%0–1038%10–2519%25–506%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (16 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 19,500 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

20212022202339202420252026
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
Tucson Hybrid · SUV FWD★★★★★4 / 5554 · 15.9% risk
Tucson Hybrid · SUV AWD★★★★☆4 / 4554 · 17.4% risk
Tucson Hybrid · SUV AWD★★★★☆4 / 5554 · 17.4% risk
Tucson Hybrid · SUV FWD★★★★☆4 / 4554 · 15.9% risk

Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning standard, automatic emergency braking optional.

Neighbouring years: 2023: 4 stars overall. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Tucson Hybrid AWD1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid6-speed automatic373637$1,800
Tucson Hybrid Blue AWD1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid6-speed automatic383838$1,750

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 64 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 64 bulletins →

Other model years of the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
2026343,8615538Too new to compareToo new
20251525,6843538Too new to compareToo new
2024507,4830538Too new to compareToo new
20233520,0000438Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)Too new
202211319,50004–538Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)Rising

All Hyundai Tucson Hybrid model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

Owners of the 2022 Tucson Hybrid most often describe sudden loss of motive power: the vehicle drops into electric-only running or the engine will not engage, so it will not accelerate above low speed and the dash tells them to stop and check the hybrid system. The issues reported most often: Sudden loss of power / will not accelerate (hybrid system); Transmission shudder, whine or slow take-off; Panoramic sunroof glass shatters.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid have?

NHTSA recorded 113 consumer complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid as of Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is reported most often?

Engine is named most often, in 41 complaints (36% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 30.

Has the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid been recalled?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

How did the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid do in NHTSA crash tests?

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 4–5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.

What gas mileage does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid (Tucson Hybrid Blue, 1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid) at 38 mpg combined, 38 city and 38 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,750 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid reported?

Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 19,500 miles and the middle half falls between 2,400 and 24,989 miles; 94% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.