Drivers want a new vehicle that delivers on the promise of reliability and safety when they leave the dealership, but that doesn’t seem to be the case for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson SUV. Consumer complaints keep stacking up, and a mix of braking issues, faulty electrical alerts, and safety system problems has created frustration for once excited owners. With multiple federal recalls now on file, drivers are beginning to question the reliability of this year’s model. If your new vehicle is one of those affected, you may have legal options under South Carolina’s Lemon Law.
Tucson SUV Car Complaints
Over 100 car complaints have already been filed with the NHTSA by drivers who are concerned about their 2025 Tucson. The issues vary, but several patterns have emerged across safety, drivability, and electrical systems.
Brake and Acceleration Irregularities
Some drivers report sluggish brake response or an uneven feel when stopping at intersections. Others describe a lurching sensation or inconsistent deceleration, primarily when moving at low speeds.
Unintended Shifting and Rollaway Concerns
Another major issue for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson is that it shifts out of Park too easily. This happens without the brake pedal being applied. In a few cases, this led to the vehicle rolling unexpectedly while parked.
Dashboard Alerts and Sensor Errors
There have been car complaints of false safety warnings tied to seat belt sensors and forward collision alerts. In some cases, drivers noted flashing alerts or chimes with no visible cause and no way to disable them.
Recall Details
Hyundai has issued four federal recalls for the 2025 Tucson SUV. The most serious involves side curtain airbags that may not have been properly installed. In a crash, the airbags could fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Another recall addresses improperly tightened engine bolts, which could lead to loss of drive power or an oil leak, raising the risk of a fire. A third recall focuses on transmission wiring that allows the SUV to shift out of Park without the brake, raising the possibility of a rollaway. Finally, Hyundai also issued a recall for missing glove box air bag warning labels, which brings the vehicle out of compliance with federal safety standards.
Another recall addresses improperly tightened engine bolts, which could lead to loss of drive power or an oil leak, raising the risk of a fire. A third recall focuses on transmission wiring that allows the SUV to shift out of Park without the brake, raising the possibility of a rollaway. Finally, Hyundai also issued a recall for missing glove box air bag warning labels, which brings the vehicle out of compliance with federal safety standards.
Your Legal Options Under SC Lemon Law
If your Tucson has been in the shop repeatedly, it may qualify as a lemon under South Carolina law. You have the right to expect that a new vehicle performs safely and reliably. You don’t have to live with the ongoing safety risks associated with the new Tucson you purchased and registered in South Carolina in the last three years. If your 2025 Hyundai Tucson is one of the vehicles affected, contact Steve Moskos today to find out whether you qualify for protection under South Carolina Lemon Law. We will review your case and help you move forward.
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