2015 Hyundai Tucson recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson and 229 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are engine (120), service brakes (67), hydraulic (52). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 22–25 mpg combined, depending on engine. 1 recall carries a Park It or Park Outside warning.
The 2015 ranks #6 of 14 Tucson model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (402). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 2.6 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Warning lamp included oil for several months prior. I added oil often. No oil was ever seen under car or leaking in any way. Car had been serviced several times during the oil warning lamp warning. Nothing was ever found. I continued adding oil on a regular basis. Engine completely stopped in the middle of a busy street.
Pulled out of a parking lot into the street and there was an unusual clunking noise coming from the drivetrain of the car. Had the car towed to the dealer for diagnostics. The diagnosis from the Dealer was the transfer case splines no longer are engaging with the transmission. This problem is already known to the Manufacture and for some reason nothing has been done to address…
ENGINE and RECALL NOTIFICATION MALFUNCTION: My 2015 Hundai Tuscon exerperienced a catastrophic engine failure/seizure while driving. Hyundai is denying an engine replacement under their extended warranty under the KSDS software update (Campaign 966) because the software update wasn't completed. However, Hyundai failed to notify me of this requirement; I purchased the automobi…
Safety ratings
2015 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD
2015 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2015 Hyundai Tucson.
Tucson 2WD
Auto 6-spd · 4 cyl · 2.4 L
Regular
Tucson 2WD
Auto 6-spd · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Tucson AWD
Auto 6-spd · 4 cyl · 2.4 L
Regular
Tucson AWD
Auto 6-spd · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Hyundai Tucson have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson, most recently for service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module (02/03/2022). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Hyundai Tucson?
Based on 229 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are engine (120), service brakes (67), hydraulic (52).
Is the 2015 Hyundai Tucson safe?
The 2015 Hyundai Tucson earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings. It has 1 recall with a Park It or Park Outside warning, so check your VIN.
Is the 2015 a good year for the Hyundai Tucson?
The 2015 ranks #6 of 14 Tucson model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (402). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 2.6 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Hyundai Tucson get?
EPA ratings for the 2015 Hyundai Tucson range from 22 to 25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: TUCSON, Tucson.