2008 Hyundai Tucson problems
The Hyundai Tucson (/ˈtuːsɒn/; Korean: 현대 투싼) is a compact crossover SUV produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. It is named after the city of Tucson, Arizona. It was originally known as the Hyundai JM when it was introduced in Japan in 2004.
The second-generation model was marketed as the Hyundai ix35 in several markets, including Europe, Australia and China, before reverting to Tucson for the third generation. Since its first generation, the Tucson has been developed alongside the Kia Sportage, sharing platforms and engines.
The Tucson is the best-selling Hyundai SUV model, with more than 7 million units sold globally since it launched in 2004. Of these, 1.4 million units have been sold in Europe.
The fourth-generation model marked the switch to a mid-size car platform using the N3 platform which is shared with another three corporate siblings, the Hyundai Santa Cruz, the Hyundai Mufasa and the fourth-generation Kia Sorento. As of 2022, the Tucson is positioned between the Kona or Creta and the three-row Santa Fe in Hyundai's crossover SUV lineup.
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Common 2008 Hyundai Tucson problems
The 2008 Hyundai Tucson has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from owners of this car. One of the most frequently reported issues is with the air conditioning system, which has been reported to drop the fuel efficiency by around 20%. This problem is often attributed to the car's ancient 4-speed automatic transmission and poor aerodynamics, which result in low-mid 20's highway MPG.
Another common issue with the 2008 Hyundai Tucson is the car's electrical system. Some owners have reported problems with the car's battery, ignition switch, and door seals, which can cause the car to fail to start or have electrical issues while driving. These issues can be costly to repair, with some owners reporting that they have spent thousands of dollars on repairs.
The car's engine is also a common source of problems for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson. Some owners have reported issues with the car's throttle position sensor, starter, timing belt, water pump, and spark plugs. These issues can cause the car to have poor performance, fail to start, or have reduced fuel efficiency. Some owners have reported that they have spent thousands of dollars on engine repairs.
The car's transmission is another common source of problems for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson. Some owners have reported issues with the car's transmission, including slipping, jerking, and failing to shift properly. These issues can be costly to repair, with some owners reporting that they have spent thousands of dollars on transmission repairs.
The car's suspension is also a common source of problems for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson. Some owners have reported issues with the car's front struts and front CV joint, which can cause the car to have poor handling and reduced ride quality. These issues can be costly to repair, with some owners reporting that they have spent thousands of dollars on suspension repairs.
The car's interior is also a common source of problems for the 2008 Hyundai Tucson. Some owners have reported issues with the car's air filter, cabin air filter, and heater core, which can cause the car to have poor air quality and reduced heating and cooling performance. These issues can be costly to repair, with some owners reporting that they have spent hundreds of dollars on interior repairs.
In summary, the 2008 Hyundai Tucson has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from owners of this car. These include issues with the car's air conditioning system, electrical system, engine, transmission, suspension, and interior. These issues can be costly to repair, with some owners reporting that they have spent thousands of dollars on repairs.
Is Hyundai Tucson 2008 a good car?
Edmunds says
With its outstanding warranty coverage and a longer list of standard features this year, the 2008 Hyundai Tucson compact SUV remains a solid choice for value-oriented consumers.
What are the common faults with Hyundai Tucson?
How reliable is the Hyundai Tucson, and what common problems should you know?
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- Forward collision system.
Is Hyundai Tucson 2008 fuel efficient?
Hyundai Tucson 2008 Fuel consumption
The Hyundai Tucson currently offers fuel consumption from 8 to 10.9L/100km. The Hyundai Tucson is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
How many miles does a 2008 Hyundai Tucson last?
200,000 miles
A reliable vehicle like a Hyundai Tucson gives drivers more opportunities to experience moments that endure. How many miles can a Hyundai Tucson last? The SUV can drive for up to 200,000 miles or about 15 years.
2008 Hyundai Tucson car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Tucson problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Hyundai Tucson vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Hyundai Tucson
The NHTSA has received 43 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Hyundai Tucson. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Hyundai Tucson vehicles.
AIR BAGS,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-20
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8JN12D68U
- Components: AIR BAGS,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: #1. The airbag light comes on saying the passenger airbag is not connected (something like that). #2. Braking lights did stop working and stayed on while the car was turned off. I never received any recall notice of this and we fixed it ourselves. #3. And most important and dangerous! The back driver's side wheel froze up and started to catch on fire. We had the Caliper, and several other surrounding parts changed and the master cylinder when it almost caught fire again. A mechanic could not figure it out. I did a lot of research and discovered the problems with the ABS, which I strongly believe this is the problem. I cannot drive it at all. The emergency brake is like mush and does not work at all. I have now read of these cars catching fire from the ABS and people have died! My car is a 2008 and not the year of the car that has been recalled. But my 2008 is doing the same thing. My special needs son and I could have been killed! Flaming red inside the tire area. We threw bottles of water on it so it wouldn't catch on fire and catch all the other cars and buildings on fire. Please help! Also, the ECS light comes on for no reason. I'm afraid of this car and I'm afraid to sell it to someone who may be killed by it. We thought we fixed this problem in 2020 but it started catching on fire again in 2022 and had not been driven since Aug. 2022 since the last fire flames and stinky smoke that comes out from the back tire area.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-29
- VIN: KM8JN12D08U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I took the car to my mechanic to get brake pads because car was pulling to the left upon braking and he informed me the ABS module was bad and was not distributing brake fluid to the right front wheel. I called Customer Care Center for Hyundai and they informed me Tuscan models are not included in the ABS module recall event. Yet the information printed on all hyundai ABS recalls threaten a possible fire safety concern. I want to file a complaint because the ABS brake systems are all the same on all hyundai models. Please address my safety issue asap.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- VIN: KM8JN72D68U
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that a section of the rear sub frame was extremely corroded. The contact believed that a welding failure might have caused the severe corrosion on the subframe. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he was informed that he had approximately a year before the suspension would fail and the render the vehicle undrivable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-09
- VIN: KM8JN12D78U
- Components: STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The driver side door will not unlock. It will not unlock with the key fob. It will not unlock with the key. It will not unlock manually. The locking piece that should flip back and forth (from lock to unlock) is stuck in the locked position. This should be safety issue as you cannot operate the driver side door. You cannot enter or exit the vehicle from the driver side.
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-11
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KM8JM12B38U
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: In October of 2020 I was pulling into a parking space and my car accelerated and crashed into a light pole resulting in injury to both my husband and myself. He is 91 years old and shattered his upper arm. We had the vehicle fixed and checked out and was told all was fine. About June of 2021 I took the car in for a recall on the brake lights to the Hyundai dealership and told them of the first incident and asked them to check and was told that all was fine. On December 23rd 2021, the same thing happened when I was pulling into my parking space at home. When it accelerated, I had both feet on the brake and ended up hitting a wall damaging the car again. Fortunately, this time injuries were minor. There were no warning lights, messages or symptoms before these two incidents happened. I am concerned that others will be put at risk if this happens again or to anyone else with one of these vehicles. I might add that with these accidents, the airbags did not deploy. The first was a significant crash which should have deployed the airbags.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-05
- VIN: KMBJN12B08U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: MY ELDERLY MOTHER INLAW PURCHASED A CAR AT A BUY HERE PAY HERE PLACE. HER GRANDSON IMMEDIATELY NOTICED IT WAS SKIPPING WHEN IT GOT OVER 40. HIS GRANDMOTHER TOOK IT BACK THEY SAID IT WAS FINE THEN HIS GRANDMOTHER AND OTHERS NOTICED THE SKIPPING. SHE CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY SENT IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP WE ARE UNABLE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH. IT HAS BEEN THEE DAYS AND THEY WILL NOT TELL HER ANYTHING NOR PROVIDE A RENTAL CAR FOR HER USE. THEY SEEM TO BE SET UP TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS ELDERLY SICK LADY WITH MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-11
- VIN: KM8JN72D18U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT THE VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR WHEEL WAS WOBBLING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO NOT DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER NOR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR CROSS MEMBER WAS EXTREMELY RUSTED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 168,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-10
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8JN12D58U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, OTHER DRIVERS ON THE HIGHWAY ALERTED HER TO AN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE THAT THERE WAS A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AT THE TIME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEN NOTICED ORANGE FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER NECK BECAME HOT FROM THE INTENSE FLAMES HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO INJURY SUSTAINED. THE CONTACT QUICKLY EXITED THE VEHICLE AND RAN AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FIRE HOWEVER, THE FIRE EXTINGUISHED ITSELF PRIOR TO THE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVING AT THE SCENE. A STATE TROOPER ARRIVED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DESTROYED BUT WAS TRADED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 188,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-10
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8JN12D58U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 55 MPH, THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT JUMPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND CALLED 911. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED ON THE FLATBED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE AND FROM THERE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE CONTACT CALLED THE FUCCILLO HYUNDAI OF SYRACUSE, 2601 ERIE BLVD E, SYRACUSE, NY, 315-445-7900, AND WAS TOLD TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS PROVIDED A CASE NUMBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO ONE CALLED HER BACK, EVEN THOUGH SHE WAS TOLD THAT SOME ONE WOULD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-04
- VIN: KM8JM12B38U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL THAT MY STATEN ISLAND HYUNDAI SAID THEY COMPLETED ALL THE RECALL NOTICES ON MY CAR IN THE MAIL.I NEVER BROUGHT MY CAR THERE!
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-24
- VIN: KM8JM12B78U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR HANDLE BROKE OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MY SON'S HYUNDAI SONOTA ALSO ON 3 DIFFERENT DOOR'S. HYUNDAI REFUSED TO PAY FOR REPAIRS.I SEEN MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND HYUNDAI WILL NOT PUT THIS ON A RECALL. THIS CAN BE A SAFETY PROBLEM AS IF THERE IS A ACCIDENT AND CANNOT OPEN DOOR THEN WHAT.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-18
- VIN: KM8JM12B08U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ON 18 OCTOBER 2017 BRAKES FAILED ON A HILL IN TRAFFIC WITH RED LIGHT AHEAD. 43903 MILES ON THE CAR. MY LIFE WAS IN DANGER AS THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. SOMEHOW I CONTROLLED THE VEHICLE AND GOT IT TO STOP. DIAGNOSED AS BRAKE LINE RUPTURE. BOTH REAR BRAKE LINES RUPTURED. ALL 5 BRAKE LINES HAD TO BE REPLACED. CAUSE WAS CORROSION. STEERING GEAR ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED.
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-21
- VIN: KM8JN72DX8U
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WHILE DRIVING, UNABLE TO TURN WHEEL. BRAKE LIGHT AND EMERGENCY BREAK LIGTH WENT ON - ON DASHBOARD. HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN 3 DAYS. AT 5 MPH, 10MPH AND 25MPH. LUCKILY THESE WERE ON CITY SIDE STREETS AND 1X WHILE PARKING. TYPICALLY WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN WHILE BEGINNING OR POST BRAKE.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KM8JM12BX8U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN CAR IS OFF AND STILL IN DRIVE YOU CAN TAKE THE KEY OUT AND LEAVE THE CAR, STILL IN DRIVE. I DID THAT AND IT BACKED UP AND HIT A TRUCK IN A PARKING LOT. IT HAS DONE IT EVER SINCE I'VE HAD THE CAR. NO BIG DEAL UNTIL NOW. WHY DOES IT LET ME TAKE MY KEY OUT WHILE IT IS STILL IN DRIVE?
STEERING,WHEELS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-01
- Components: STEERING,WHEELS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ALL VEHICLE LIGHTS COME ON DASHBOARD AND POWER STEERING SHUTS OFF WHEN GOING THROUGH A RAIN PUDDLE APPROX 3-4 INCHES DEEP. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN AND THE WHEEL LOCKS UP. I'VE BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND THEY TOLD ME THERE'S NO SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM AND THAT THEY CANNOT FIX AN ISSUE THAT DOES NOT EXIST. I FEEL VERY UNSAFE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE WHEN IT RAINS AND THE FACT THAT I JUST PAID THIS VEHICLE OFF IS MAKING ME RE-CONSIDER IT AND PURCHASE A NEW ONE. I HAVE CHILDREN AND NOW THAT WE'RE IN HURRICANE SEASON IN SOUTH FLORIDA I CANNOT DRIVE WHILE IT''S RAINING ON WHEN IT HOT AS HELL OUTSIDE. THIS IS RIDICULOUS HYUNDAI NEEDS TO DO SOMETHING BECAUSE I'M SURE I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE HAVING THIS ISSUE. I'M GOING TO FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL BECAUSE I PAID 20,000 FOR THIS VEHICLE AND I FEEL THAT SOMEONE SHOULD REPLACE THIS VEHICLE OR PERFORM A RECALL TO FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING THE ISSUE.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-27
- VIN: KM8JM12B08U
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ESC OFF LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON WHILE DRIVING. IF RESTART VEHICLE LIGHT DOED NOT COME ON. THIS IS A MANUFACURING DEFECT & SHOULD BE RECALLED. I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY FOR A MECHANIC TO FIX SOMETHING THAT ISN'T REALLY BROKEN. THERE IS NOTHING WRING WITH THE SYSTEM. THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE SENSOR.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-19
- VIN: KM8JN12D98U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KM8JN12DX8U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEED CONTROL KNOB FOR THE AIR BLOWER BECAME HARD TO TURN AND REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE CONNECTOR FOR THE BLOWER CONTROL WAS SLIGHTLY MELTED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BLOWER CONTROL MODULE AND NOTICED THAT THE GROUND WIRE MELTED INSULATION. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT OVERHEATING OCCURRED IN SPEED FOUR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER. HOWEVER, THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-25
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OIL PAN WAS RUSTED, WHICH CAUSED THE OIL TO GO THROUGH THE METAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE OIL PAN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 57,546. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-28
- VIN: KM8JM12B68U
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY, I HEARD AIR COMING THROUGH MY MOONROOF. OPENED SUNSHADE & SUDDENLY, SUNSHADE BUSTS OPEN & I SEE NO GLASS AT ALL. INSTANTLY LOOK IN REARVIEW MIRROR THINKING SUNSHADE FLEW ONTO THE ROAD, BUT SAW NOTHING. THANK GOODNESS B/C THIS SITUATION COULD'VE BEEN SO MUCH WORSE THAN IT ALREADY IS. GO TO DEALERSHIP & WAS TOLD IT'S A RECALL PRODUCT & TOLD ME WHICH REPAIR SHOP TO GO TO. HEARD BACK FROM REPAIR SHOP NEXT DAY (3/29); THEY SAID I'D HAVE TO PAY $180 (PUTTING FABRIC ON SUNSHADE & SERVICE MAINTENANCE). I WAS SHOCKED B/C I WASN'T EXPECTING TO PAY FOR A RECALL PRODUCT. CALL WEBASTO TO SEE IF THEY'LL REIMBURSE ME & THEY SAID THEY ONLY COVER PARTS. THIS SHOULDN'T BE THE CASE; IT'S THEIR BAD PRODUCT & THEY NEED TO DO WHATEVER THEY CAN TO FIX IT. WAS ALSO INFORMED THE PARTS NEEDED TO BE ORDERED. FIND OUT TODAY THAT WEBASTO DIDN'T HAVE A PART & IT WOULDN'T GET TO THE REPAIR COMPANY UNTIL THURS (4/9) OR FRI (4/10) OF THIS WEEK. HAD TO GET A RENTAL CAR B/C I NEEDED TO TAKE CARE OF PERSONAL STUFF & I COULDN'T KEEP INCONVENIENCING FRIENDS. CALLED WEBASTO HOPING THEY COULD AT LEAST REIMBURSE ME FOR A RENTAL CAR (WAIT TIME WAS ON THEM). THEY ALREADY WOULDN'T COVER THE COST FOR THE $180. WELL, THEY TOLD ME THEY WOULDN'T REIMBURSE ME FOR THE RENTAL. CHECKED W/ MY INSURANCE CO. & THEY WOULDN'T EITHER. IT'S GOING ON 10 DAYS NOW W/O MY CAR & I PROBABLY WON'T GET IT BACK UNTIL FRI (4/10) OR MON (4/12), WHICH WOULD PUT ME AT 13-16 DAYS. THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT BEING TAKEN CARE OF IN A TIMELY MANNER. I HOPE YOU UNDERSTAND MY FRUSTRATION. I FEEL LIKE I'M BEING BLAMED SINCE I'M HAVING TO SPEND $380 ALL B/C THE PRODUCT WAS DEFECTED TO BEGIN WITH; NONE OF THIS WAS MY FAULT. I'D BE APPRECIATIVE IF THE COST OF MY RENTAL CAR & REPAIR SHOP FEE BE REIMBURSED TO ME. I DON'T FEEL LIKE THAT'S TOO MUCH TO ASK FOR, AS THIS IS A HUGE INCONVENIENCE. *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-01
- VIN: KM8JUCAC4AU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 27,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 60,380.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-01
- VIN: KM8JM12B38U
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: WE WERE DRIVING TOWARDS HOME WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO BUCK AS IF SOMEONE WERE APPLYING THE BRAKES AND SOUNDED AS IF GEARS WERE GRINDING. THE ESC IDIOT LIGHT KEPT GOING OFF AND ON SO I TURNED THE ESC OFF WITH THE MANUAL SWITCH AND IT SEEMED TO WORK MEANING I COULD DRIVE WITH NO APPARENT PROBLEM. I AM CERTAINLY VERY HAPPY THAT IT DID NOT HAPPEN AT A HIGHER SPEED BECAUSE THE JERKING WAS SOMEWHAT SEVERE AT 35MPH. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-28
- VIN: KM8JN72D28U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT ON. DEALERSHIP WHERE PURCHASED, HYUNDAI INLAND EMPIRE, LOMA LINDA, CA, DIAGNOSED AND DETERMINED A WIRE WAS SEVERED IN LOOM ATTACHED TO PASSENGER SEATBELT THAT CONNECTS TO ASSEMBLY UNDER VEHICLE (PHOTOS AVAILABLE). THIS PART HAS NEVER BEEN TAMPERED AND UNAWARE THAT PART EXISTED UNTIL MECHANIC CHECKED AND ONLY DEALERSHIP WHERE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED. I ASKED FOR AN EXCEPTION TO WARRANTY AS THIS IS NOT A MOVING PART. THERE IS NO REPLACEMENT PART AND THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED FOR THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. I DO NOT HAVE THAT KIND OF MONEY TO FIX A SAFETY ISSUE AS PART MUST BE DEFECTIVE IF WIRE SNAPPED. NO LONGER UNDER 60,000 MILE WARRANTY SO HYUNDAI WILL NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AND DENIED PAYING FOR THIS. NOW MY AIRBAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY. THEY HAVE ADVISED THE LOOM WHERE WIRE SNAPPED MUST BE REMANUFACTURED IN KOREA. I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT IS THE CASE WHEN THESE VEHICLES ARE STILL BEING MADE. I NEED HELP. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-31
- VIN: KM8JN12D38U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: ELECTRIC LOCKS NO LONGER WORK VEHICLE MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-21
- Crash: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL IN INCLEMENT WEATHER AT APPROXIMATELY 5 -10 MPH, THE WHEELS SEIZED, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES. THE POLICE WERE CONTACTED AND A REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOME AND WAS NOT TAKEN FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE COULD HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE TO BE PHYSICALLY DIAGNOSED IN ORDER TO DETERMINE THE SPECIFIC FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 12,800. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
2008 Hyundai Tucson recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
- Consequence: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
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You'll enjoy as much legroom as a Ford Explorer, but with much better fuel economy...
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I've only owned this vehicle for a couple of months and I'm very pleased with it. This is actually my very first SUV. My sister owns a Sonata and my dad owns a 2007 Tucson and I've never heard them complain, so I decided to get one for myself. Although my Tucson is a 2.0L 4-cyl, I still like it. However, I do wish it could do better on gas.
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I love the way my new SUV handles! The gas mileage is pretty good, 28 on the highway and 22 around town. It's extremely comfortable and roomy, and offers a lot for the price. I especially like the tinted windows in the back, the seats that fold down, and the window in the way back that can open without opening the hatch back. The only thing I wish I could have gotten is four wheel drive, but overall I don't have any dislikes. Plus, the warranty is fantastic!
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I drove a 6cyl and then a 4 cyl and I noticed very little difference in performance. The car has ample space inside, great controls and features. I really appreciate the safety features such as traction and stability control, as well as all the airbags. During my first weekend cruise, I got over 24 mpg, with a mixed bag of in-town and freeway driving at 75+. I will update in the future. I would like to see more cubby holes for things like cell phones.
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I just got my Tuscon and love it so far. I've heard some complaints about the mileage, but honestly, I just want to drive it everywhere, even if I don't have anywhere to go. It's just so nice to drive! So if I'm using more gas, it's because I'm enjoying the ride.
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Issac Leffler 2024-09-05
I recently decided to switch from a pickup truck to a more practical vehicle and after considering the RAV4 and CRV, I ultimately chose the Hyundai Tucson due to its affordable price and impressive warranty. I have found that American-made cars no longer meet my needs. The Tucson is incredibly spacious, comfortable, and offers great handling and visibility. While the 4c engine may seem a bit noisy and underpowered compared to my wife's 4c Accord, it is more than sufficient for my needs. Although I was hoping for better gas mileage than the current 24 mpg, I am optimistic that it may improve over time. One downside to the vehicle is the light-colored interior, which can be difficult to keep clean. In hindsight, I should have considered this before making my purchase. I have always preferred dark-colored carpets and car interiors as they tend to hide dirt and stains better. However, seat covers and mats have helped to mitigate this issue.
Irwin Cartwright 2024-05-28
During the week of April 1, I noticed that my car was giving me a bumpy ride, like a roller coaster, tossing me up and down, back and forth, and side to side. The seat wasn't absorbing the shock, nor was it adjusting for my comfort. Then came the shocker: the car's right back wheel seemed to slide to the right, bumped, then righted itself. I was instantly knocked to the right and then back to center. This action takes less than a second and seems to happen on an uneven indentation, ridge, or something in the road. This happens out of the blue, and I don't feel safe. I notified Robert Lawson of my unhappiness with the seat and the rough ride.
Makenna Emmerich 2024-05-28
I really enjoyed the overall style of this compact crossover, both inside and out. The controls and A/C were simple to use, and the price was very reasonable. The medium gray interior was a nice touch, and it's becoming harder to find nowadays. The ride was decent when I first purchased it, and the gear shifter was the best I've ever seen. I also appreciated the front air vents that could be aimed at your knees, which is a rare feature in most cars these days. The dual cup holders between the shifter and middle armrest were perfectly placed, and the actual cup holders in the doors were a nice touch as well. The windshield was also easy to clean without needing a step stool. However, as the tires lost tread, the ride did get a bit harsher. Additionally, the cargo space was on the smaller side, so it wasn't ideal for long family trips. There was also quite a bit of road noise, and the car would start to lean while cornering on sharp turns. One thing to note is that the steering wheel would get really light when driving above 72 Mph, which was a bit concerning. The dealership also didn't do a great job with the front wheel alignments during a long drive, which was frustrating. Unfortunately, there was no backup monitor offered, which would have been a helpful addition. In the hot summer sun, the cloth door inserts would come loose, but they would tighten up again when the temperature cooled down. The car also had a tendency to kick itself out of cruise control when going up steep hills on the highway, which was a bit annoying. Lastly, if you're over 5 foot 8 inches, you might hit your head when getting into the car. Overall, it was a friendly and approachable car, but it did have a few minor issues that could be improved upon.Bottom line - this car is best suited for city driving with just adequate V6 power. It was intended to be a single person's car, so I wouldn't recommend towing or carrying heavy loads with it.
Johnathon Connelly 2024-02-13
This car has had several issues, including needing to replace the clutch, power steering, and alternator before reaching 40,000 miles. Additionally, there was an electrical fire and the car is not comfortable to drive, especially for someone of my height. The airbags are also a concern as they are located in a small space and could cause injury in the event of an accident. Two of the doors do not lock, even manually, and the power mirrors have stopped working. The steering is also difficult. It is important to note that there have been 5 recall letters for this car.