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2014 Hyundai Tucson engine complaints

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Filed Oct 25, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · WA

Car keeps throwing "P1326 glow relay short circuit" code. This is the 3rd time it has happened in 3 weeks of driving it. Engine power is limited, engine is knocking and squealing, wheels are locking up while driving, engine keeps dieing while actively moving and accelerator is pressed. Just purchased the car in used market with 105k on odometer. At time of purchase dealer indicated the they had to put a new top end into engine to get it to run. This car is the most expensive LEMON I have ever encountered!

Filed Sep 24, 2022 · Engine · AZ

2014 Hyundai Tucson bought used with 20,781 original miles in November 2021, thru an estate sale. On December 01, 2021, took the vehicle to dealer for analysis on an engine knocking noise that would not go away by driving it. I then researched the problem on the internet, and read these Hyundai engines had bad engine manufacturing defects, and regularly had engine failures, with some blowing a hole thru the engine block a causing fires. After tests at the dealer, they stated it had “past” the engine knock noise test and I could bring in back at a later date for another test. They stated they could not do anything with it passing the noise test. I told him I could not use a car that was defective and not safe. I told him I knew Hyundai had settled engine failure lawsuits. No other attempts or offer was made. On 02/23/22, I took the vehicle to the dealer again for another engine knock noise test. I believed the noise was now louder and stronger. After being tested again, the dealer stated it past the test again, and they could not replace the engine without a failed test. The dealer stated to come back when it fails or makes a really loud knocking noise. I told him I did not want it to blow up on me or make me cause an accident on the freeway before they would act. They stated it needed to fail the noise test. I told them I did not like this at all. Was told to keep using it until it failed. On 09/22/22, I spoke to the dealer representative in person. He was very busy, I asked him to keep my engine noise case open on my car, as it was still making a loud knocking noise. He stated it was closed now. He offered no other further assistance on my problem, and started to talk to some else. I felt I was just blown off. Now, I guess they want the engine to blow up before any thing is done to fix it. I further believe they don’t care if it causes an accident. Even though they know of the problem of engine defects, they refuse to just fix it with another engine.

Filed Aug 25, 2022 · Engine · VA

The car randomly decelerates. Driving in traffic at 55 miles and hour and car drops to 35 mph without warning. Puts the driver and passengers at risk of being rear-ended/ or having an accident. The car will also does not accelerate properly. Puts the driver and passengers at risk of being rear-ended/ having an accident. Check engine light comes on. Take car to dealership. They take a month or so to fix. The car drives normal for a month or two and then the problem repeats. This problem repeatedly puts peoples lives at risk. The car is in the shop for the 6th time in two years. Dealer has replaced NOX sensor over and over. Downloaded new software. Offered to clean the gas tank. (rip off) Internet has this problem identified over and over. why is there no recall for something that is going to get someone killed.

Filed Aug 19, 2022 · Brakes, Engine · 79,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated on several occasions, when the brake pedal was depressed, he had to apply pressure for the vehicle to stop. The contact also stated that when the brake pedal was depressed, his wife heard a rattling noise and the vehicle started to shake when all the warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The dealer was notified of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall affiliated with his VIN. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000

Filed Aug 2, 2022 · Engine · ID

On 7/29/2022 we took a trip with a 2014 Tuscan from from Boise Idaho to Worland WY. About 2 hours past Pocatello in a town called Kemmerer Wyoming the vehicle started to knock in the engine. As this happened the Vehicle started to derate its self from 80 MPH to 50mph and wouldn't accelerate past 1500RPMs. We pulled over and checked the oil and found metal on the rag used to check the oil. Ran a code reader and it read P1326. That means The Knock Sensor Detection System is tripped. In 2020 they fixed the sensers on most vehicles using the GDI engine because they would have a faulty trip. The tell tale sign that it wasn't a faulty senser was the engine knock and metal in the oil. We drove two hours the night before and didn't notice anything out of the ordinary. I would get oil changes every 3k to 5k miles. I checked fluids the night before when I left Boise. This issue came up with no warning. Turns out Hyundai has a life time warrantee on the GDI engine because they have major problems. They was a 1 Billion Dollar Law Suit against Kia/ Hyundai for issues during the manufacturing. This issue applies to the Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe, Tucson and Kia Optima, Rio ,Sorento ,Soul and Sportage. Make sure to call Hyundai/Kia and they should replace the engine free of charge or give you a option to trade even if you DO NOT have a warranty. I attached a link that should prove to be helpful in researching this issue. https://www.safetyresearch.net/hyundai-kias-billion-dollar-engine-problem-that-broke-the-the federal safety agency-civil-penalty-barrier/

Filed Jul 15, 2022 · Engine · AL

I received a recall letter in the mail regarding the knowck sensor software. I took the my vehicle to the dealership on 11/09/2021, and the service center technician did an update on a code. On 01/19/2022. I was driving back to work at a rate of speed of 25 mph, when my engine light began to flash, my cars speed dropped to 15 mph and it wouldn't accelerate above that speed. I looked at the cars manual and it stated do not drive the car. I called a towing company and had it taken to Greenway Hyundai of the Shoals in Tuscumbia, Alabama. The dealership kept my car from 01/19/2022 until 02/07/2022 without a loaner or an update. The changed code p1326. 2 other incidents occured an no remedy. I am afraid to drive my car.

Filed Jul 3, 2022 · Brakes, Engine · PA

The first time while driving my engine seized on my 2014 hyundai tucson I had a loaner from the dealership for almost a year. They were waiting for a new engine to come from Korea to California to Pennsylvania. The second time while driving the car got extremely hot and oil was squinting everywhere the third time a recall on the engine they took my car feb 25, 2022 it sat at the dealership for almost 6 months telling me my Vin was taking off the recall list I packed my suv up 2 days. It went on silent came out so horribly loud, it was hot from behind and the side. The cR is not save to drive the man working there said so.i have been dealing with hyundai America internal affairs since feb. Now I have a lawyer. This is so messed up

Filed Jun 22, 2022 · Engine · OH

While driving down road the engine just quit running. There has been an issue with this type of engine in the past that I was not told about. It's the 2.0 and 2.4 theta engine that's equipped in this year model Hyundai. By the engine just quit running it could have been ending up fatal but thankfully it wasn't.

Filed Jun 17, 2022 · Engine · 118,000 miles · OR

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 10 MPH, the engine seized and the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and stalled. The driver pulled safely to the side of the road. There were unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with engine failure. The dealer informed the driver that there was a part installed in the vehicle that electrically shut down the vehicle. The engine was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.

Filed Jun 11, 2022 · Engine · OH

I financed my 2014 Hyundai Tucson in March of 2022 on June 9 2022 while driving down the road the engine just quit. I took it to a mechanic that advised me that the engine seized. Luckily I wasn't going fast or on main highway because that could have been fatal.

Filed Jun 2, 2022 · Engine · 79,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that upon checking the oil, the oil level was very low. The check oil light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and was diagnosed with excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

Filed May 18, 2022 · Engine · 104,000 miles · NJ

The contact owned a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle began to smoke from under the hood and out through the grill. The contact was able to pull over safely. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact said that the vehicle smoke was heavy but the vehicle was not on fire. The contact had the vehicle towed to her residence. The contact attempted to start the vehicle and the engine was not functioning. Neither the instrument panel lights nor the interior lights functioned as needed. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The contact had received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.

Filed Apr 15, 2022 · Engine · 102,858 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a solenoid failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there were metal shavings in the bottom of the engine and related the failure to an unknown recall. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer, Clay Cooley Hyundai Mesquite (16230 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Mesquite, TX 75150) who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but declined the engine replacement due to a mileage discrepancy with the dealer that sold the vehicle. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was impacted by the following Manufacturer Service Campaigns: 953 ECM and Cluster Update - Engine Monitoring Logic Product Improvement and 958 Canister Inspection and Auxiliary Canister Kit Installation. The failure mileage was 102,858.

Filed Apr 14, 2022 · Engine · 100,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle exhibited a vibration and shuddering. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who changed the spark plugs but the failure continued to occur. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer who diagnosed that the engine was failing due to faulty engine rods. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Apr 6, 2022 · Brakes, Engine · NJ

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle would overheat while driving. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not provided. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Mar 18, 2022 · Engine, Transmission · TX

Engine light started blinking and I could not accelerate anymore. After driving home, I figured out it was showing P1326 error. It didn't allow me to go above 60 mph or 2000 rpm. Further digging into the issue I figured out that this was a common issue with hyundai and kia cars, but there was no recall for my car. I took the car to dealship as it was still under warranty and they only updated ECU for knock sensor. No other repairs where done saying that there was no solution to the issue. Other cars get their engines replaced and get lifetime warranty. I got no repairs or extended warranty.

Filed Mar 16, 2022 · Engine · PR

Iba conduciendo mi vehículo por carretera y de momento se apago. Vehículo no quiere volver a prender. Vinieron del seguro, verificaron el vehículo y encontraron todo en perfecto orden, poleas, aceite, transmisión. Solo encontraron el motor que no corre. Adicional me indican que ya el vehículo no tiene garantía por ser yo segunda dueña, lo cual nunca me explicaron y lo peor de todo es que me quedan solamente 5 pagos. Nadie se quiere responsabilizar de dicha situación.

Filed Feb 28, 2022 · Engine · CT

Engine warning light is on since December. Had bad code P1326 knock signal. Was told by Hyundai in Danbury i need a new CAT. I got that done for $2600 by my mechanic. engine light is still on. Return to Danbury Hyundai they perform bearing performance and said it pass. Engine light is still on. Unrealize codes 39250-2E00-Sensor Assy-Knoch. This has been going on since December 10,2021.

Filed Feb 25, 2022 · Engine · MD

56k ish miles on my car, 2nd owner. Oil pressure light flickered on and off about .5 miles from home after 20 mile highway drive, steady on when pulled into driveway. Turned off car immediately. Have noticed excessive oil consumption but check and top off frequently. Topped off less than 200 miles prior. About halfway or less since last oil change mileage wise from what I recall. Checked oil and about halfway between bottom and top markers on dipstick. Took to dealer Monday (.8 miles from home). Oil light did not come back on. Dropped off. Dealer said light came on shortly after driving. Said problem could be caused by “aftermarket” oil filter aka not a OEM filter. Said would do oil & filter change to see if resolved. Yesterday (Thursday) said oil & filter change complete & oil light not on. Reiterated previously mentioned concern of engine failure and potential accident. Service advisor said hyundai will not entertain engine replacement unless oil consumption gets documented. Oil consumption test to be completed after 1000 miles or until low oil levels noticed/oil pressure light illuminates. Will pick up tomorrow to see what happens. Engine is covered under newly extended warranty if failure occurs. Service advisor says nothing else was checked internally, spark plugs, etc. as this would incur engine being taken apart and extra charges prior to hyundai “entertains” covering engine replacement etc. Although no failure has occurred yet I’m worried something will and it will result in something potentially catastrophic for not only the engine/car but myself.

Filed Feb 9, 2022 · Engine · NY

My car stopped running in the middle of the road. I had to slowly pull over and have it towed to the dealership. Upon further inspection, the dealer told me that the engine is dead and to replace it would cost 15K. I have 121K miles on the car and Hyundai's warranty ends at 120K. They refused any coverage and I am expected to cover the expense.

Filed Feb 3, 2022 · Engine · 72,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who installed a NOX sensor, but the failure continued to occur. The cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2022 · Engine · AZ

Acquired vehicle in November 2021, with 20,718 miles. I noticed a small knocking noise coming from engine area, but discounted any major problem due to the fact it only had 20k miles. After using the car for two weeks, and researching this engine knock noise, I discovered there is a long history of engine failures due to faulty internal engine components on this type of engine. I took it to the Hyundai dealer to diagnose the problem, and was informed the knock was normal and had past the “engine noise test”. They stated there is no open recalls for this vehicle, and that I should go back if the noise increases. I feel this vehicle is now unsafe to drive because the engine has to basically fail, and thus place my family’s safety at risk and even possibly cause an accident or engine fire, in order for it to be fixed by the dealer. I believe this model year and engine type needs to be investigated and be recalled, as many other vehicles with this same exact engine have had this same problem, resulting in total engine failures, near accidents and even fires. I have read there are even lawsuits on this dangerous engine defect.

Filed Jan 3, 2022 · Engine · OK

I was drying my 2014 Hyundai Tucson 12/27 and the engine began knocking and the speed dramatically decreased. Now, the engine no longer works at all. I took it to the hyundai dealer and they refused to fix because it is not currently in a vehicle recall campaign (although it should be). I am also filing a complaint with the federal safety agency today, which currently shows 49 similar complaints for this exact year and model.

Filed Dec 30, 2021 · Engine · MA

On 10/28/2021 had car towed to dealer for blinking engine light.Iwas told needed a new engine. The beginning of December got the car back and was told it was the knock sensor on 12/16/2021 light started blinking brought back to dealer and then was told it was the engine harness. They shut off light I was told I could drive car home,they shut off blinking. Light got to highway passing into another lane light started blinking lost power from 65 to 45 was almost hit the car behind me swerved to avoid me thank god .and since then the dealer will not call me back and Hyundai of America gave me a case worker who will not call me back. I have been told this will cost $5000.00.to repair these problems started when they did update on car at the dealership I seen 3 papers for failed engine and now this.

Filed Dec 3, 2021 · Engine · 148,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of an unknown manufacturer's engine recall. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound and the vehicle would not accelerate properly. The vehicle then stalled without warning. Additionally, the vehicle was consuming excessive amounts of oil. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that the failure may be related to the engine and suggested taking the vehicle back later for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence, where it remained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000.

Filed Nov 24, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · 83,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the vehicle would not exceed a certain speed and would jerk upon the depression of the accelerator pedal with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where he was given an appointment to have the vehicle serviced but the dealer had not yet inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer had been notified of the failure and the contact was provided a case manager. The vehicle had was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000. The vehicle continues to have knock sensor problems as set forth in the recall. The AC no longer blows cool air as well.

Filed Nov 22, 2021 · Engine · 85,000 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while at a stop sign, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was in limp mode and that the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was restarted after the vehicle was pushed to the side of the road and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic control module software needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. In addition, the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the knock sensor and engine wiring harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided the contact a case number. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

Filed Nov 8, 2021 · Engine · AR

Driving 57 mph and a knocking sound then would not go over 30 mph. Had towed to a Hyundai dealership they found metal in oil 9/21/21. Still sitting in Hyundai's lot with no answer of what they are going to do.

Filed Jun 21, 2021 · Engine · WA

Approximately 1 month ago, I was driving on the freeway at 65 mph. suddenly the engine lost power and the knocking began. We took it to the dealership that also has our 2012 Santa Fe, which has been recalled. It has been there for several months. Both vehicles need engine replacement.

Filed May 17, 2021 · Engine · 67,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2014 hyundai tucson. The contact stated that while turning on the vehicle or idling, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and was not operating as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance and diagnosed that there was no oil on the dip stick and the oil was 2 quarts low. The mechanic performed a complete oil change however, the vehicle still consumed an excessive amount of oil. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take it to a hyundai dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and informed the contact to continue to drive the vehicle until the next oil change and not to add oil. The contact was also informed that if the engine seized, the vehicle was covered under the 100,000 miles warranty. The vehicle was then taken back to the independent mechanic for another routine maintenance and a quart of oil was added again. The contact contacted the manufacturer again and was informed that a case was opened but the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer also informed the contact that they would pay for the diagnostic and repair one time only but the contact would need to sign a liability waiver if the dealer was unable to fix the failure the first time. Additionally, there would not be second goodwill reimbursement if the vehicle failed after the first repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was 67,000.

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