Hyundai Tucson JM
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
165–175 PS
2.7L V6 (Delta) Benzin
Rustic early-era SUV
Decent165–175 PS
2.7L V6 (Delta) Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Hyundai Tucson JM is available with 3 engine variants — from 113 to 175 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Hyundai 2.0L CRDi (Diesel, 113–140 PS) comes with 2 different engines: D4EA (2004–2010, Be Careful) und D4EA (2006–2010, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L CRDi!
The Hyundai 2.0L (Beta II) (Benziner, 141 PS) has the G4GC (2.0L (Beta II)) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Hyundai 2.7L V6 (Delta) (Benziner, 175 PS) has the G6BA (2.7L V6 (Delta)) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Front axle unstable at higher mileages The Tucson JM front axle is considered a weak point. Control arms, tie rods and anti-roll bar bushings wear early and lead to vehicle instability. Symptoms: Imprecise steering, rattling at front, vehicle pulls when braking from 100,000 km | Medium | |
| Front axle: joints and bearings worn Ball joints, drop links and wheel bearings of the front axle wear prematurely under the high vehicle weight. MOT inspectors flag this disproportionately often. Typical knocking and thudding from the front. Symptoms: Knocking or thudding at front over bumps; imprecise steering response; MOT faults on suspension; increased tyre wear from 80,000 km | Low | |
| Driveshafts and joints worn Driveshafts and steering joints are frequent defect sources on the Tucson JM according to MOT reports. The high vehicle weight accelerates premature wear of axle joints and CV boots. Symptoms: Clicking when turning, vibrations when accelerating, torn boots from 90,000 km | Low | |
| Front axle joints wear prematurely Steering joints and driveshaft joints are cited by MOT reports as failing above average. Vehicles older than three years show significantly higher failure rates at the annual inspection. Symptoms: Clicking or clattering from front axle when steering or setting off, clattering over bumps from 80,000 km | Low |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 28 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Tucson JM (2004–2010) — 17 engine-related and 11 vehicle-related. One problem engine: G6BA (2.7L V6 (Delta)). Typical issues affect Suspension, Rust, Gearbox, Other.
Tucson (D4EA, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Common-rail injector wear, Turbocharger failure, Head gasket failure. Power: 113 PS.
Tucson (D4EA, 2006–2010) — Be Careful: Common-rail injector wear, Turbocharger failure, Head gasket failure. Power: 136–140 PS.
Tucson (G4GC, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: CVVT phaser failure from oil quality, Timing chain stretch from 150,000 km, Oil consumption from piston ring wear. Power: 141 PS.
Tucson (G6BA, 2004–2010) — Stay Away!: Timing Belt Failure — Interference Engine, Water Pump Belt Drive Leaks, Timing Belt Fails Prematurely. Power: 175 PS.
What to watch out for with the Hyundai Tucson? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee