2022 Hyundai Tucson Electrical System Problems
NHTSA has logged 59 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, 15% of its 381 total complaints, including 2 crashes and 1 fire. A related recall (21V938000) addresses ICU software that could leave headlights inoperative, with median failure mileage at 25,800 miles.
- Electrical System complaints
- 59
- 15% of 381
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 25,800 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Headlights create dark shadows across the windshield and driver-side view at night, described as a visibility hazard.
- Tail lights reported to turn on and off intermittently while driving after dark.
- Vehicle unexpectedly enters a safe mode, decelerating and limiting speed to around 20 MPH with a dashboard message, sometimes at very low mileage.
- Software updates reportedly removed features like favorites contacts and radio presets, requiring drivers to look away from the road to reset them.
- Steering wheel reported to lock up mid-turn along with multiple dashboard warning lights and disabled driver assistance systems.
- Rear turn signals mounted low on the bumper reported as difficult for other drivers to see.
When 2022 Hyundai Tucson electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 22, 2021, latest Aug 31, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson
- NHTSA 21V938000Dec 2, 2021Electrical System12 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson vehicles. The software installed in the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) may be incompatible with the vehicle, which could result in inoperative headlights and/or taillights.
Risk: Inoperative headlights or taillights can decrease visibility for both the driver and surrounding traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers updated the ICU software, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 214.
Electrical System 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 electrical complaints does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have?
- NHTSA lists 59 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Tucson, which is 15% of all 381 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2022 Hyundai Tucson?
- Yes. Recall 21V938000, reported December 2021, covers Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) software that could be incompatible with the vehicle and make headlights inoperative. Dealers updated the software free of charge.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2022 Tucson is 25,800 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
- Have electrical problems caused crashes or fires on the 2022 Tucson?
- NHTSA data tied to Electrical System complaints for this year shows 2 crashes and 1 fire reported, along with 2 injuries.