2016 Hyundai Tucson Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 56 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson, 3% of all complaints that year, with 3 crashes and 4 fires reported. A related recall (campaign 20V543000) covers the ABS hydraulic control unit fuse on 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles due to fire risk.
- Brakes complaints
- 56
- 3% of 1,619
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 4
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 42,028 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Some owners report brake pads fusing to rotors, creating high friction that led to a fire starting at the rotor and caliper area.
- Several complaints describe a fire starting near the front of the vehicle, in one case while driving a short commute home.
- One owner reported the vehicle rolling forward at a stop and failing to brake fully, resulting in a low-speed rear-end collision, with a warning light for four-way braking illuminated.
- Another owner described brake calipers sticking, causing the car to lock up and stop in traffic, followed by a caliper fire even after replacement, with the dealership pointing to the ABS system.
- One report describes the brake pedal sinking to the floor with no resistance while the vehicle was accelerating on the highway.
When 2016 Hyundai Tucson brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 9, 2016, latest Sep 22, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson
- NHTSA 20V543000Sep 4, 2020Brakes652,024 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.
Brakes complaints by Tucson model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson have?
- NHTSA lists 56 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Tucson, which is 3% of the 1,619 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson?
- Yes. Campaign 20V543000, reported September 4, 2020 and later expanded to include 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles, addresses the ABS hydraulic control unit fuse; owners are told to park outside due to fire risk.
- Do the 2016 Tucson brake complaints involve fires?
- Yes, NHTSA data shows 4 fires and 3 crashes among the 56 brake complaints for the 2016 Tucson.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2016 Tucson?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2016 Tucson is 42,027.5 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.