2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON Complaints and Recall Information
The 2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON has 2 complaints and 3 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners frequently report issues related to airbag deployment and delays in obtaining recall repair parts. One owner described a partial airbag deployment in a moderate crash without warning lights, while another noted a significant delay in recall part availability for the brake system.
Common Issues
- Delayed recall repairs. Owners report recall repair parts for the hydraulic brake system were unavailable for an extended period, causing delays in completing necessary repairs.
- Airbag deployment problems. The steering wheel airbag partially deployed without inflation during a moderate to serious accident, raising concerns about its effectiveness in protecting the driver.
There are three recalls affecting this model that address airbag mounting, brake system safety, and engine oil pan leaks. These recalls cover multiple safety-critical systems including the supplemental restraint system, braking controls, and engine components.
Recalls
- Airbag assembly. NHTSA recall 14V245000 affects 137,500 vehicles manufactured between January 2011 and December 2013. The driver’s airbag assembly may come loose from its mounting, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Dealers will inspect and tighten the airbag bolts at no cost to owners.
- Brake system control module. Recall 23V651000 affects 1,649,478 vehicles including the 2012 Tucson. The ABS control module may leak brake fluid internally causing an electrical short and potential engine compartment fire. Owners are advised to park outside away from structures until repairs are done. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse free of charge.
- Engine oil pan leak. Recall 19V063000 covers 120,000 Tucson vehicles from 2011 to 2013. A leaking oil pan may cause engine damage that could lead to fire or engine stall. Dealers will inspect the oil pan, replace if needed, and install an updated oil pressure switch at no charge.
Owners encountering repeated repairs for safety defects or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney could be beneficial for addressing ongoing problems with this vehicle.
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON Summary
2012
Model Year
2
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
1906978
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON
1649478 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON
120000 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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.
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON
137500 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS
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.
Risk: 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.
Complaints
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON
ID: 2128219AIR BAGS
Airbag located in the steering wheel partially deployed during a moderate/serious accident. It came out of the front of the steering wheel but never inflated. I have pictures available of the partially deployed airbag. No other airbags were deployed during this front end crash. The seatbelt tensioner did activate and prevented serious injury during the crash. There was no indication, via warning lights or any other messages, that the system was not working properly. All outstanding recalls for the vehicle had been addressed. It is unknown if the partial deployment was indicated in the police report. No other inspections of the system have been done. Insurance adjuster from at-fault party will be performing an assessment of damage this week. Thankfully the most serious injury is from the seat belt and this partial deployment of the airbag did not cause a more serious injury.
2012 HYUNDAI TUCSON
ID: 2115372SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall repair parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.