HYUNDAI 2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON
Brand
HYUNDAI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON vehicles due to service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module issues. An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.. WARNING: Park outside and away from structures until repaired.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026