2011 Hyundai Tucson Technical Service Bulletins

127 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Hyundai Tucson. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10210206Mar 10, 2022Electrical system, Engine cooling. Certain vehicles listed below may experience the Check Engine warning lamp illuminated with DTC P1326 and/or an engine concern/noise related to connecting rod bearing wear or damage. Follow the procedure to inspect the vehicle and replace the engine and/or update the engine ECU software (if new ROM is available) based on the inspection results.
• 10210205Mar 8, 2022Electrical system, Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis and repair. In…
• 10207803Jan 3, 2022Engine cooling, Electrical system. Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis and repair. In…
• 10206366Dec 21, 2021Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis and repair…
• 10203282Oct 27, 2021Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis and repair…
• 10203277Oct 27, 2021Engine cooling. The Powertrain warranty coverage for certain engine repairs and/or replacement where the engine damage or malfunction is related to connecting rod bearing wear, has been extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10203280Oct 25, 2021Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis and repair. In…
• 10202189Sep 2, 2021Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis…
• 10202180Sep 2, 2021Engine cooling. Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Engine Protection Mode allowing the customer to drive to the nearest Hyundai dealer for diagnosis and repair. In…
• 10190044Mar 30, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps.
• 10190038Mar 23, 2021Equipment, Brakes. This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
• 10189989Mar 10, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
• 10183963Nov 30, 2020Brakes. This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
• 10183960Nov 19, 2020Tires, Wheels. This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the “Tire Balance Data Sheet” must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. The Data Sheet can be found at the end of this bulletin.
• 10180981Sep 9, 2020Steering, Equipment. This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
• 10179244Aug 10, 2020Electrical system, Steering. This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
• 10178175Jul 14, 2020Equipment, Exterior lighting. This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes, or…
• 10176194May 21, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with the following symptoms and DTC, follow the Service Procedure on Page 4.  Check Engine light on  DTC P0880/P088000 - TCM Power signal error open/short  Transmission stuck in 4th gear fail-safe  Harsh shift into Reverse and Drive
• 10176182May 6, 2020Wheels, Tires. This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
• 10176178May 1, 2020Equipment. This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
• 10174808Apr 23, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: • A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. • A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
• 10174807Apr 17, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
• 10174799Apr 9, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a “Check Engine” light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
• 10173548Mar 25, 2020Brakes. If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a “Check Engine” light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
• 10173546Mar 23, 2020Equipment. This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
• 10173534Mar 5, 2020Fuel system. Hyundai is conducting a Service Campaign to inspect the existing charcoal canister for loose charcoal, and if confirmed a new auxiliary canister kit will be installed. The affected vehicles include: • All 2010-2015 Tucson (LM) 2.4L Engine with ULEV emissions.
• 10173532Mar 5, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect the evaporative system’s existing canister for loose charcoal, and if confirmed the new Auxiliary Canister Kit of this bulletin will be installed to improve evaporative system performance. The existing canister will not be replaced.
• 10172227Feb 20, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Electrical system. If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a “Check Engine” light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness.
• 10172142Feb 5, 2020Suspension. This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
• 10170883Jan 16, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bulletin provides physical differences between the USB 2.0 port and USB 3.0 port.
• 10170896Jan 3, 2020Steering. This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
• 10170899Jan 2, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
• 10170511Dec 17, 2019Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. If the vehicle fails the stall test, replace the transmission. ? PASS: Stall speed is between 1700~2900 rpm (See shop manual for stall speed). ? FAIL: Engine revs to redline limit (6,000~6,500 rpm). If so…
• 10169380Nov 15, 2019Electrical system. If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ?P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ?P0706 - Range switch range/performance ?P0707 - Range switch - open circuit ?P0708 - Range switch - short circuit or multiple inputs ? Symptoms: ?Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminated ?4th gear fail-safe ?No gear…
• 10169370Nov 4, 2019Back-over prevention (rear camera), Lane departure. The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects vehicles within the blind spot zone and gives off an alarm (visual and audible). The two magnetic radar sensors provide these functions for BSD/BCW: ? Senses other vehicles in the…
• 10167253Oct 14, 2019Equipment. This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number.
• 10167732Oct 2, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The warranty coverage for the panoramic sunroof moving glass has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10167213Oct 2, 2019Body and structure. The warranty coverage for the panoramic sunroof moving glass has been extended to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs first, and is valid for original and subsequent owners.
• 10165455Aug 12, 2019Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine? light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness
• 10163279Jun 4, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear).
• 10160106Apr 22, 2019Steering. This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
• 10160098Apr 15, 2019Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot be removed or overwritten.
• 10138235Apr 30, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park. This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to correct this condition.
• 10138240Apr 6, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the Service Procedure to measure shift engagement time.
• 10123305Oct 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Before installing an automatic transmission, check the depth of the torque converter in the case to confirm the torque converter is fully installed in the transmission. If this is not done, the oil pump may be damaged.
• 10117373Aug 3, 2017Equipment. If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ? P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ? P0706 - Range switch range/performance ? P0707 - Range switch - open circuit ? P0708 - Range switch - short circuit or multiple inputs ? Symptoms: ? Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminated ? 4th gear fail-safe ? No…
• 10119075Nov 1, 2016Body and structure. In some areas, a vehicle?s underbody may exhibit corrosion due to road salt usage. As a precautionary measure, cavity wax coating is applied to the internal surfaces of underbody components, and an undercoating spray is applied to the bottom exterior surfaces of specified underbody components. This bulletin describes the procedure to perform this preventative service on certain Tucson (LM) vehicles.
• 10089603Oct 12, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. "some tucson (lm) and santa fe sport (an) may experience a rough idle in drive after decelerating to a stop when neutral control is enabled. This bulletin provides a diagnosis and repair procedure for this condition."
• 10082451Sep 19, 2016Electrical system. This bulletin describes the procedure to verify that the fuse and jumper settings for the remote engine start control module are set for the applicable vehicle, and if necessary, how to make adjustments to these settings.
• 10082725Sep 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information on components, attributes, and precautions of the 7-speed dry-type dual clutch transmission (dct).

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