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2010 Hyundai Tucson GLS Auto AWD

The 2010 Hyundai Tucson GLS Auto AWD is a 176-hp inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $21,495 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 176 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 168 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Tucson measures 173.2 inches long on a 103.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,382 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$21,495 ($32,031 *)
MSRP with Destination$22,290 ($33,215 *)
Destination Charge$795
Engine
Engine TypeTheta II G4KE 2.4L DOHC inline-4, MPI, Dual-CVVT, naturally aspirated
Horsepower176 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque168 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve with Dual-CVVT
Bore and Stroke88.0 x 97.0
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive
Differential TypeElectronically controlled AWD with driver-selectable lock
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in
Wheels Rear17 in
Tires FrontP225/60R17
Tires RearP225/60R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length173.2 in
Width71.7 in
Height65.2 in
Wheelbase103.9 in
Front Track62.4 in
Rear Track62.4 in
Ground Clearance6.7 in
Cargo Volume25.7 ft³
Curb Weight3,382 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.4 in
Headroom Rear39.1 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear38.7 in
Shoulder Room Front57.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.1 in
Hip Room Front55.5 in
Hip Room Rear53.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2010 Hyundai Tucson 4-DR. w/SAB).

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Hyundai TUCSON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 22, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

NHTSA campaign 23V651000

Apr 1, 2013 · 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 Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.

Consequence: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

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

Apr 26, 2011 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TUCSON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 27, 2010, THROUGH APRIL 17, 2010 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT," FOR THE PHOTOMETRY REQUIREMENTS OF THE REAR REFLECTOR ASSEMBLIES INSTALLED IN THE REAR BUMPERS.

Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED VISIBILITY OF THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR REFLECTOR ASSEMBLIES, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI'S CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.

NHTSA campaign 11V259000

Feb 25, 2010 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TUCSON VEHICLES. PROPERLY SEATED ADULT RIGHT FRONT SEAT PASSENGERS WEIGHING OVER APPROXIMATELY 240 POUNDS CAUSE THE PASSIVE OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) MODULE PROGRAM TO ILLUMINATE THE "AIR BAG" WARNING LAMP.

Consequence: IF "AIR BAG" WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL DEPLOY IF A CRASH OF SUFFICIENT FORCE TO REQUIRE FRONT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT IS EXPERIENCED, AND WILL NOT BE DEACTIVATED IF A CHILD IS SEATED IN THE RIGHT FRONT SEATING POSITION, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO A CHILD FRONT PASSENGER.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE PODS MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. HYUNDAI ANTICIPATES OWNERS NOTIFICATION BEGAN BY TELEPHONE ON FEBRUARY 15 2010 AND THE NOTIFICATION WAS MAILED ON MARCH 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.

NHTSA campaign 10V061000

59 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Hyundai TUCSON

Owner Complaints

59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Hyundai TUCSON (3 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train22
Service Brakes14
Engine7
Electrical System6
Hydraulic6
Air Bags5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 18, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 2 injuries
“The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet…”
Sep 2, 2026 · Air Bags
“The passenger seat airbag system warning light is on and stays on, there is an active recall but my vin is not yet included”
Feb 9, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“While driving under normal conditions, the panoramic sunroof glass suddenly shattered without warning. There was no impact from road debris, no prior cracking, and no abnormal use of the sunroof. The…”
Jul 18, 2025 · Exterior Lighting, Wheels, Service Brakes
“This has been an ongoing problem since I last reported this on February 16, 2025. There’s a clicking noise under my tires and then I can’t stop, my brakes grind and my pedal grinds… all my ABS lights…”
Feb 16, 2025 · Service Brakes
“On January 26, 2024, at AutoNation, I was requested to bring my 2010 Hyundai Tucson in to replace a part involving my ‘brakes.’ I’m the original owner, since 2021 my brakes would grind at least twice…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 HYUNDAI TUCSON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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