2019 Hyundai Tucson
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson.
What to watch for on the 2019 Hyundai Tucson
Connecting Rod Bearing Failure (Recall)
Known for connecting rod bearing failure caused by machining debris, which can seize the engine or start a fire.
Excessive Oil Consumption
These engines often burn oil, and running low on oil speeds up bearing failure.
Which of these apply to your 2019 Tucson?
Your guide shows which apply to the exact car, and what to ask the seller.
Recalls on the 2019 Hyundai Tucson
Service brakes: control unit/module
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020.
Source: NHTSA
What 385 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
2019 Hyundai Tucson at a glance
- Trims
- LimitedSESELSportUltimateValue
- Engine
- 2.4L 4-Cylinder, 2.0L 4-Cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic 6-spd
- Drivetrain
- AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Body style
- SUV
About the TL
The 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson is the TL generation and grew notably in size while adopting more restrained styling than its predecessor. Engines were a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, a 1.6-liter turbocharged unit paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and from 2019 a 2.4-liter replacing the 2.0-liter on upper trims with a six-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive was standard with all-wheel drive optional. A facelift for 2019 revised the styling and made driver-assistance features more widely available.
The 1.6-liter turbocharged model with the dual-clutch was the performance and efficiency choice, while the naturally aspirated engines paired with a conventional automatic suited buyers who preferred simpler behavior in traffic. Interior space and cargo volume improved substantially over the LM. The NX4 generation that followed in 2022 brought bold new styling and hybrid options.
As a used buy, the TL Tucson is spacious and well equipped. The seven-speed dual-clutch can feel hesitant at low speed and drew consistent owner comment, which is a characteristic worth evaluating on a test drive rather than a fault. The 2.4-liter engine fitted from 2019 belongs to the Theta II family covered by the bearing wear campaigns, so recall verification applies to those cars. Post-2019 examples benefit from the added safety equipment.
Other Hyundai Tucson years
Free Car Finder
Still deciding on the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
Answer a few quick questions and see your top 3 used cars, with the years to shop.
Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
Owners have filed 385 complaints about the 2019 Hyundai Tucson with NHTSA, most often about the engine. There is 1 recall campaign covering this model year. Known problems on its engines include connecting rod bearing failure and excessive oil consumption. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2019 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 1 open recall campaign on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2019 Hyundai Tucson?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2019 Hyundai Tucson listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.