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2012 Hyundai Tucson recalls

NHTSA's September 21, 2026 snapshot lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 Hyundai Tucson, spanning 3 component groups. A model match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included.

Official source: NHTSA recall campaign file · Snapshot September 21, 2026

URGENT CAMPAIGN FLAG

NHTSA records include a Park Outside advisory for at least one campaign associated with 2012 Hyundai Tucson. Open the campaign and verify the VIN before operating or parking the vehicle.

Distinct campaigns3not VIN-specific
Component groups3distinct top-level categories
Latest recordSeptember 22, 2023report received
VIN resultNot checkeduse official lookup

01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS

2012 Hyundai Tucson recall campaigns

The 2012 Hyundai Tucson report contains 3 distinct NHTSA campaigns; the most recently received record is campaign 23V651000 dated September 22, 2023.
PARK OUTSIDE
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Report received
September 22, 2023
Potential units
1,649,478campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Why it matters: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

Owner notification: April 10, 2024 · Filing manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 19V063000

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report received
February 5, 2019
Potential units
120,000campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.

Why it matters: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.

Owner notification: August 19, 2019 · Filing manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 14V245000

Component
AIR BAGS
Report received
May 13, 2014
Potential units
137,500campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.

Why it matters: An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.

Owner notification: May 9, 2014 · Filing manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company

02 / COMPONENT BREADTH

What defects are listed for the 2012 Hyundai Tucson?

The most frequent component groups in 2012 Hyundai Tucson campaign records are Air Bags (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1); these counts describe filed campaigns rather than observed failure rates.
Air Bags1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1