How many steering complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson have?

NHTSA lists 22 steering complaints for the 2016 Tucson, which is about 1% of the 1,619 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2016 Hyundai Tucson?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson.

What is the most common steering complaint on the 2016 Tucson?

Owners most often report a clicking or ticking noise from the steering column when turning the wheel, sometimes diagnosed as a loose intermediate shaft or loosened bolts.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2016 Tucson?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2016 Tucson is 50,000 miles.

Has the steering issue caused any crashes on the 2016 Hyundai Tucson?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries linked to the 22 steering complaints for the 2016 Tucson.

2016 Hyundai Tucson Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 22 steering complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson, about 1% of its 1,619 total complaints. The most common pattern is a clicking or rattling noise from the steering column, with one crash reported and no related recall on file.

Steering complaints: 22; 1% of 1,619
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel seizes or locks up suddenly during low-speed turns, in one case leading to a crash into a barrier.
Clicking or ticking noise from the steering column when turning the wheel in either direction, often traced to a loose intermediate shaft or loosened steering column bolts.
Rattling noise and vibration felt through the steering wheel during normal driving.
Power steering assist cuts out along with other electrical warnings, leaving the vehicle undriveable.
Steering column is flagged by dealers as needing replacement due to clicking even on vehicles under five years old.

When 2016 Hyundai Tucson steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 22, 2017, latest Mar 23, 2026.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2017 to Mar 2026; peak Jul 2019 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Tucson model year

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

20058 (4%)
200613 (10%)
20074 (6%)
20084 (9%)
20091 (6%)
20101 (2%)
20111 (1%)
20126 (2%)
20136 (2%)
20144 (2%)
20153 (1%)
201622 (1%)
20177 (1%)
20184 (1%)
20193 (1%)
20204 (2%)
20212 (3%)
20226 (2%)
20236 (5%)
20241 (1%)
20255 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson have?: NHTSA lists 22 steering complaints for the 2016 Tucson, which is about 1% of the 1,619 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2016 Hyundai Tucson?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson.
What is the most common steering complaint on the 2016 Tucson?: Owners most often report a clicking or ticking noise from the steering column when turning the wheel, sometimes diagnosed as a loose intermediate shaft or loosened bolts.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2016 Tucson?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2016 Tucson is 50,000 miles.
Has the steering issue caused any crashes on the 2016 Hyundai Tucson?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries linked to the 22 steering complaints for the 2016 Tucson.