How many transmission & powertrain complaints does NHTSA list for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 24 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2022 model year, which is 21% of the 112 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do these transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 16,420 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2022 Tucson Hybrid transmission issues?

The data shows no related recalls listed for this problem area on the 2022 Tucson Hybrid.

Did these transmission and powertrain complaints involve crashes or fires?

No crashes or fires are recorded among the 24 complaints in this area.

How does the 2022 Tucson Hybrid compare to other model years for this problem area?

The 2022 model year had 24 complaints (21% share), compared to 9 complaints (26% share) in 2023, 1 complaint (2% share) in 2024, and 4 complaints (3% share) in 2025.

2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 24 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, 21% of all complaints filed for the year. Median mileage at failure was 16,420 miles. No related recalls are listed in the data.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 24; 21% of 112
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 16,420 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of motive power or unintended acceleration at low speed, including one case around 500 miles.
Some describe whining noises, slow takeoff, and gears that seem not to shift, with dealers saying the transmission needed replacement.
Several drivers report the vehicle losing almost all power on the highway, accompanied by a red battery warning light and jerking or juddering as the car slowed.
Multiple complaints describe acceleration dropping to near zero or capping around 20 mph, paired with HEV system warning messages telling the driver to stop safely.
A cluster of reports describe the vehicle becoming sluggish and unresponsive to throttle input before decelerating and stalling, sometimes in the middle of traffic.
One owner reported the AWD warning light illuminating with the dealer stating the vehicle was unsafe to drive pending parts.

When 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 13, 2021, latest Aug 19, 2026.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2021 to Aug 2026; peak Jan 2023 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Tucson Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202224 (21%)
20239 (26%)
20241 (2%)
20254 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission & powertrain complaints does NHTSA list for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 24 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2022 model year, which is 21% of the 112 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do these transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 16,420 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Tucson Hybrid transmission issues?: The data shows no related recalls listed for this problem area on the 2022 Tucson Hybrid.
Did these transmission and powertrain complaints involve crashes or fires?: No crashes or fires are recorded among the 24 complaints in this area.
How does the 2022 Tucson Hybrid compare to other model years for this problem area?: The 2022 model year had 24 complaints (21% share), compared to 9 complaints (26% share) in 2023, 1 complaint (2% share) in 2024, and 4 complaints (3% share) in 2025.