2016 Hyundai Tucson Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 41about this part
- Share
- 3%of 1,626 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 56,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 41 complaints about the visibility of the 2016 Hyundai Tucson, 3% of the 1,626 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 56,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“There is a stress crack in the windshield. We noticed it in the month of september. The windshield has not been replaced and the crack came out of no where. It is completely smooth inside and out. The windshield replacement companies I have called usually say this is due to incorrect installation of a windshield.”
NHTSA complaint #11362278, filed 2020-10, 49,000 miles“I was driving approximately 65mph east on interstate 10 in louisiana around mile marker 257.3 when the hood latch failed and my hood flew up, smashing my windshield and completely blocking my field of view. There were no cars around me as it was 4:30 am and I was able to safely pull off to the side of the highway. It appears that both the primary and secondary hood latches have failed, causing the hood to fly open.”
NHTSA complaint #10860551, filed 2016-04, 3,950 miles“In the past six months, three of the four window regulators on my 2016 Hyundai Tucson stopped working. Recently, one of my windows fell out while driving on the highway. Looks like this is a manufacturing defect as hundreds of complaints have been reported on the internet. The vehicle needs to be recalled as this seems to be a common problem in most 2016 Tucsons and poses significant risks while driving, especially on highways at high speeds. …”
NHTSA complaint #11513263, filed 2023-03“Both my front window (driver and passenger side) regulator and motor failed and needed to be replaced within the past 6 months. With both windows, I lowered and then they wouldn't close. Two separate occasions. First was December 2022, and second was July 2023. This is an expensive repair and for a vehicle with only 50,000 miles, I find this unacceptable. I have read multiple complaints for this same issue. Hyundai needs to make this right and reimburse for repair(s). Thank you, Barbara Miller”
NHTSA complaint #11537426, filed 2023-08“The automatic windows broke in all 4 windows and I am unable to roll down my windows in the case of an emergency. The dealer confirmed this is an issue. This is a known issue on the 2016 Tucson.”
NHTSA complaint #11503283, filed 2023-01Related service bulletins
- 10251285Feb 14, 2024This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there…
- 10235341Apr 6, 2023Certain Hyundai vehicles may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This bulletin provides the service procedure to update the IBU/BCM (Integrated Body Control Unit/Body Control…
- 10230904Jan 30, 2023This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp…
- 10167732Oct 2, 2019The 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…
- 10158803Mar 13, 2019This bulletin provides information on the serviceable parts for the outside mirror assembly. When diagnosing and repairing the outside mirror, do not replace the entire assembly…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 2% |
| 2025 | 6 | 2% |
| 2024 | 4 | 4% |
| 2023 | 7 | 5% |
| 2022 | 14 | 4% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 5 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% |
| 2017 | 8 | 1% |
| 2016 | 41 | 3% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 8 | 3% |
| 2012 | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 1 | 6% |
| 2008 | 3 | 7% |
| 2007 | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 | 9 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2016 Hyundai Tucson
518 complaintsEngine
424 complaintsOther or unknown
264 complaintsBody and structure
227 complaintsElectrical system
217 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
158 complaintsVehicle speed control
112 complaintsFuel system
56 complaintsBrakes
50 complaintsExterior lighting
29 complaintsSteering
22 complaintsAir bags
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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