2016 Hyundai Tucson Hyundai Tucson 2016

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2016 Hyundai Tucson repairs by problem area

Engine (8%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (31%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (2%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (4%)

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2016 Hyundai Tucson transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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2016 Hyundai Tucson 4dr SUV

turbocharged 175hp 1.6L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD

3800 mi DCT software update. 
8000 mi DCT software update (T1B) for low speed shifts 
2000 mi Transmission computer updated during normal oil change. Previously the transmission was slow to respond. After update, much better. 
1000 mi Software update to correct shifting issues. 
8000 mi Computer software upgrade to repair shifting problems in the transmission 
38000 mi In Eco mode high RPMs from stop. No actual work done as it us a noted performance characteristic of the Eco Sport. 
65000 mi DCT replaced after recall issued for problem reported earlier, high RPM from a stop. 
9000 mi No take off from stop lights. Vibration. Clunking noises. Transmission over heating light. 
11000 mi No take off at stop light. Jerking at low speeds. Clunking sound when shifting. Vibration. 
18200 mi Transmission not engaging. No take off from stop lights. Vibration. 

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2016 Hyundai Tucson 4dr SUV

turbocharged 175hp 1.6L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD

7000 mi The car was getting stuck in first gear 
4920 mi fix an issue with the transmission, vehicle still doesn't move sometimes even when you floor it. biggest piece of crap I've ever driven. 
11160 mi hesitation unresponsive and not shifting right. probably not repairable. just always in the wrong gear and very unresponsive by design. 
5580 mi recall to update transmission software re hesitation, gear selection 
2000 mi software update 

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2016 Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

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