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2014 Hyundai Tucson Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 56 brake complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson, 28% of its 201 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 54,498. A related ABS module recall (22V056000) covers this model, with owners told to park outside due to fire risk.

Brakes complaints
56
28% of 201
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
54,499 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Dashboard warning lights for parking brake, ABS, and 4WD system turn on and off unpredictably during city driving.
  • Owners report premature rotor corrosion and full brake/rotor replacements as early as around 11,000 miles.
  • Some drivers experienced a wheel locking and braking unevenly during a turn, causing the vehicle to spin.
  • Multiple owners report the ABS module recall (22V056000) repair part was unavailable for extended periods, leaving the fire risk unresolved.
  • A burning odor was detected on separate occasions along with an inability to shift into Drive.
  • One owner had the master cylinder and brake pads replaced after experiencing a total loss of brake pressure.

When 2014 Hyundai Tucson brake complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 23, 2015, latest Feb 9, 2023.

2014 Hyundai Tucson brakes complaints: complaints filed per month13Nov 2015Apr 2016Feb 2022Apr 2022Jun 2022Aug 2022Oct 2022
56 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2015 to Feb 2023; peak Jun 2022 (13).

Brakes recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson

  1. NHTSA 22V056000Feb 3, 2022Brakes357,348 vehiclesPark Outside

    Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

Brakes complaints by Tucson model year

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

  1. 201014 (24%)
  2. 201140 (32%)
  3. 201237 (15%)
  4. 201342 (16%)
  5. 201456 (28%)
  6. 201570 (31%)
  7. 201656 (3%)
  8. 201750 (5%)
  9. 201843 (11%)
  10. 2019121 (32%)
  11. 202044 (25%)
  12. 202112 (15%)
  13. 202233 (9%)
  14. 202319 (14%)
  15. 202416 (17%)
  16. 202539 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2014 Hyundai Tucson have?
NHTSA lists 56 brake-related complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson, which is 28% of the 201 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson?
Yes. Recall 22V056000 covers the ABS module, which Hyundai says could malfunction and cause a fire; owners are told to park outside and away from structures until repaired.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2014 Tucson?
The median mileage at failure among brake complaints is 54,498, though some owners reported issues as early as around 11,000 miles.
Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to these brake complaints, though 1 fire was reported.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.