Hyundai Tucson TL-FL

Generations

Engine Overview

The Hyundai Tucson TL-FL is available with one engine variant at 110 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

Alternatives

Known Problems and Issues

A total of 34 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Tucson TL-FL (2018–2020). 3 problem engines: G4FJ (1.6L T-GDI (Gamma II)), G4NA (2.0L MPI (Nu)), G4KD (1.6L GDI (Nu)).

Tucson (D4HA, 2015–2020) — Be Careful: Fuel in engine oil (diesel dilution), EGR valve fouling, DPF clogging. Power: 136 PS.

Tucson (D4HA, 2015–2020) — Be Careful: Fuel in engine oil (diesel dilution), EGR valve fouling, DPF clogging. Power: 185 PS.

Tucson (D4FE, 2018–2020) — Be Careful: EGR valve contamination, DPF regeneration fails on short trips, VTG turbocharger actuator seized. Power: 116 PS.

Tucson (D4FE, 2018–2020) — Be Careful: EGR valve contamination, DPF regeneration fails on short trips, VTG turbocharger actuator seized. Power: 136 PS.

Tucson (G4FJ, 2015–2020) — Stay Away!: Fuel contamination of engine oil, Turbocharger oil coking, LSPI: pre-ignition at low rpm. Power: 177–179 PS.

Tucson (G4NA, 2015–2020) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretch and Jumping, Cylinder Bore Scoring from Catalytic Converter Disintegration, Recall: Cylinder Bore Scuffing (Piston Rings). Power: 164 PS.

Tucson (G4NA, 2015–2020) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretch and Jumping, Cylinder Bore Scoring from Catalytic Converter Disintegration, Recall: Cylinder Bore Scuffing (Piston Rings). Power: 155 PS.

Tucson (G4KD, 2015–2020) — Stay Away!: Connecting rod bearing damage from metal swarf (recall), Recall: fire risk from connecting rod bearing failure, Valve carbon buildup GDi. Power: 132 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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