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2007 Hyundai Tucson GLS

KM8JM12B87U574535

Vehicle history report for the 2007 Hyundai Tucson GLS (VIN KM8JM12B87U574535). Gray, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.0L, gasoline. 117,139 mi reported. Registered in Wa. 5 open safety recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

2007 Hyundai Tucson GLS, Gray, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN KM8JM12B87U574535
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At a glance

Reported mileage117,139 mi
LocationWa, USA
ColorGray
Last listed price$4,600
Open recalls5

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Hyundai
Model
Tucson
Year
2007
Trim
GLS
Body style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Engine
2.0L
Fuel type
Gasoline
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Doors
4
Assembly plant
ULSAN, SOUTH KOREA
Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR CO

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Safety recalls 5

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE…

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.

NHTSA Campaign #09V122000 · 15/04/2009

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and T…

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

NHTSA Campaign #13V113000 · 01/04/2013

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A DEFECTIVE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTE…

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-787-999-4310.

NHTSA Campaign #09V280000 · 21/07/2009

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, STATIC AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTING CONDUCTED BY NHTSA USING FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE DUMMIES INDICATED THAT A SMALL STATURE ADULT DRIVER NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT AND INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL OR NEAR FRONTAL CRASH, THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AIR BAG MAY NOT OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE WITH ONE THAT IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE AN INCREASED MARGIN OF COMPLIANCE FOR LOW RISK DEPLOYMENT FOR SMALL STATURE ADULTS WHO ARE NOT PROPERLY WEARING THE SEAT BELTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 6, 2007, AND WILL BE PERFORMED IN TWO MAILINGS. OWNERS

NHTSA Campaign #07V197000 · 08/05/2007

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DURING STATIC AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTING CONDUCTED BY NHTSA USING FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE DUMMIES INDICATED IF A SMALL STATURED ADULT DRIVER, NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT, IS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL OR NEAR FRONTAL CRASH, DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AIR BAG MAY RESULT IN AN INSUFFICIENT MARGIN OF COMPLIANCE AS MEASURED BY THE TEST DUMMY USED IN THE NHTSA TEST.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 29, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED THROUGH SIX MAILINGS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.

NHTSA Campaign #06V445000 · 22/11/2006
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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Hyundai Tucson, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

💥 1 involved a crash 🔥 2 involved a fire 🚑 1 reported injury

Suspension 6 reports

🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Structure 4 reports

🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Air Bags 2 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Service Brakes 2 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Steering 1 report

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

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Owner complaints 65

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2007 Hyundai Tucson.

STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE

The rear passenger control arm broke off of the subframe due to severe corrosion despite Hyundai applying a corrosion preventative under recall 17-01-013 on 12/1/2015. During all service work following the preventative in 2015, corrosion was never brought up as a concern by the dealership (we have all service records since date of initial purchase). Thankful…

NHTSA ODI #11610450

AIR BAGS

Check engine light came on. Had Advanced Auto check and informed it's an airbag module and I've not struck anything

NHTSA ODI #11592829

SUSPENSION

PLEASE include my car in recall “CAMP113” see photo! The rear crossmember steel is doing exactly what your recall is for!! Please HELP BEFORE I DIE!

NHTSA ODI #11525644

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

The contact's daughter owned a 2007 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at approximately 45–50 MPH, she rear-ended another vehicle. The seat belt did not restrain the daughter in the seat, causing her chest to strike the steering wheel and her head to strike the front windshield. Additionally, the air bags did not deploy up…

Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11487150

SERVICE BRAKES

The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph when the contact noticed smoke coming from the front driver's side brakes. The contact was able to pull over and had the vehicle towed to the contact's residence. The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The…

Fire · NHTSA ODI #11437345

SUSPENSION

Rear subframe has excessive corrosion which lead to a a lower control arm failure. In short the control arm bracket on the subframe rusted away and the control arm fell off. My wife could have been killed. It seems that this same issue pertains to several Tuscons. Car is sitting on transport trailer currently.

NHTSA ODI #11437119

STRUCTURE

Took my car to get inspected and would not pass inspection due to rust underneath the vehicle salt corrosion. Was advised that engine was going to fall out. Took my vehicle to Hyuandai dealer for a gas tank recall which they fixed about a month ago and are now denying claims to fix the rust-which the whole car underneath is rusting. Hyundai bowser has rus…

NHTSA ODI #11419907

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE VEHICLE CHECK-UP BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE TRANSMISSION MAIN SEAL WAS LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TEST DRIVEN AND THE TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE MAIN SEAL LEAK. THE TRANSMISSIO…

NHTSA ODI #11378290

+ 57 more complaints on record.

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