2005 Hyundai Tucson Consumer Discussions

Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

• Re: Help [jme42]

  Written by: bloomer1952 on Oct 10, 2011 2:51:26 PM

  Hello All. My 2005 Tucson was my 2nd Hyundai, after a 2004 Elantra GT. I still have both cars. At 17,000 miles, my Tucson shuddered while going up a hill, I took it into the dealership and they repaired it. At 60,000 miles, while on a trip in Mexico it started jumping from Overdrive into 3rd, or 2nd gear. If I turned the car off and on again, it would be ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson battery and alternator

• Battery drain in 05 Tucson solution

  Written by: 05tucsonglgal on Jul 24, 2011 4:15:34 PM

  I have a 2005 Tucson GLS V6, and like so many others, I have had the battery drain issue. The first two times it was under warranty. The second two times I had to pay for the battery replacement. The dealers both in CA and IL always said silly things like I must have left the lights on, etc. I *always* turn everything off (lights, radio, AC, etc.) whenever I turn ... Read More

• Re: Tucson battery and alternator [angry8]

  Written by: madathyundai on Apr 1, 2011 8:39:24 AM

  I am having the same issues with my used 2005 Tuscon that I bought 6 months ago, I really need some help..the battery being dead every day is stressing me out, and driving me crazy! I called the dealership and Hyundai, no one seems to care at all or want to help with this issue. For all who have been going through this, can someone give me some facts on what ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

• Re: Hyundai Tucson 2005 [saney78]

  Written by: haroldw on Mar 15, 2011 10:35:30 AM

  I also own a Tucson GLS, which I purchased new in January 2005.I have only 22,800 miles on it, and last week while coasting to a stop sign, it just died. After the second try I restarted it. The trouble light came on, and I drove it that day about 5 more miles without any problems, except the trouble light remained on.The next day when I started it up in the ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Engine Blown out

• Re: Problem-Hyundai Tucson

  Written by: toodaring on Feb 22, 2011 11:19:21 AM

  I wrote a letter January 2011 in reference to my 2005 Hyundai Tuscon's engine blowing up and their response was "the warranty for the second/subsequent owner is no longer in effect!" Otherwise - "No can do!" Attached below is a copy of the letter I sent via certified mail: Hyundai Motor America P.O. Box 20850 Fountain Valley, CA 92728-0850 (800)633-5151, consumeraffairs@hmausa.com Dear Hyundai Motor America: On January XXXX, with excitement I ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

• Re: Hyundai Tucson 2005 [saney78]

  Written by: kcc2 on Nov 9, 2010 10:51:15 AM

  My 2006 Hyundai Tucson just recently started doing the same thing. When I turn into my driveway slowly it'll just shut down. Saney78, did you find out what was causing this?

Hyundai Warranty

• Re: Hyundai Warranty [newguy53]

  Written by: lunastar27 on Oct 28, 2010 6:49:07 AM

  Please don't buy a Hyundai, same yourself a nightmare, I bought a 2005 Hyundai Tucson, and at first I was thrilled because this was my first new car for myself, I worked long and hard to be able to afford a reliable car and I chose the Hyundai Tucson, well after having the car since 2006 which is when I purchased the pre-owed SUV from Herb Chambers Dealership I'm starting to ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson battery and alternator

• Re: Battery Drainage [ablumny1]

  Written by: lunastar27 on Oct 28, 2010 5:57:36 AM

  I too have a 2005 Hyundai Tucson, and I'm on my 3rd battery, but this time I had the dealership mechanic remove the radio fuse, and now I'm hoping this stops the drainage! I will keep you posted, now if you let the car sits for 2 days the battery will turn up dead, then when AAA comes out to jump start, it's ok, then when you bring it to the ... Read More

• Re: Radio draining the battery [greatcars]

  Written by: lunastar27 on Oct 28, 2010 5:44:51 AM

  I've read and I agree with yawl that the 2005 Hyundai Tucson Radio drains batteries dead, so I had the dealership mechanic remove my radio fuse, and two mechanics at the Wilmington Dealership told me that the Hyundai's Radios are terrible because they cause the drainage problems, so people just replace them because there are no good! So if by removing the radio fuse stops the problem wahooo, if not then ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

• Hyundai Tucson 2005

  Written by: saney78 on Aug 17, 2010 10:21:28 PM

  :( Last year July I became a proud owner of a 2005 Hyundai Tucson. It was a used vehicle and so it has been a year now since I have had it..I love every little thing the car has inside in interms of the sunnies holder, the tray under the passenger seat and the seats are soo comfortable.. I love it.. Just last month however I was driving on night and ... Read More

• Re:2005 Hyundai Tucson [jdoneo]

  Written by: kevmon187 on Jul 21, 2010 1:46:55 AM

  Hello i seen your thread and was wondering if you ever got any idea what the rattle was in your tucson i have a 05 2.0crdi 4wd manual and it has been rattleing while the engine is labouring for some time but hasnt seemed to get any worse..

Hyundai Tucson battery and alternator

• I thought this was only happening to me...

  Written by: daisiesmama on May 13, 2010 12:42:56 PM

  I am so relieved to hear of others experiencing whay I have with my Hyundai Tucson (2005). Since purchase in 06' the battery has been draining consistantly. The first time they replaced it for free, the second charged me 157. for another battery. That one drained in 3 months, they kept telling me it was the battery and nothing else. I had repeatedly asked them to check the door locks and ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

• Re:2005 Hyundai Tucson

  Written by: jdoneo on May 13, 2009 1:26:18 AM

  Hi, I bought a 4 wheel drive 5 gear diesel model and when ever I am driving under 2000revs there is a very bad rattling noise which has been there from the beginning. I took it to the agent in Malta and it seems that I am not the only one with this problem who has this model. They are trying to find the default. Can anybody please help?

Hyundai Tucson

• Hyundai Is Not Standing Behind Its Vehicles

  Written by: quikglik1 on Jan 19, 2009 8:50:55 AM

  So here's a new situation that I haven't experienced with any of my previous cars (none of them have been Hyundais). As a background, I own a 2006 V6 AWD AT Tucson, bought new. It only has 22,000 miles on it. I've been getting about 18.5 MPG in mostly city driving until about a month ago when, all of a sudden, the mileage, as shown by the car computer, dropped to ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Maintenance and Repair

• Phantom Warranty

  Written by: quikglik1 on Jan 19, 2009 8:46:41 AM

  So here's a new situation that I haven't experienced with any of my previous cars (none of them have been Hyundais). As a background, I own a 2006 V6 AWD AT Tucson, bought new. It only has 22,000 miles on it. I've been getting about 18.5 MPG in mostly city driving until about a month ago when, all of a sudden, the mileage, as shown by the car computer, dropped to ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson battery and alternator

• daisybuttons

  Written by: daisybuttons on Oct 27, 2008 11:31:21 PM

  If you have a Hyundai Tucson 2005 or later-and are having battery going dead problems-most likely you do have a parasitic drain problem going on-I did-but my dealership denied it at first! they did replace my battery the one time-but after it would sit for a while it went dead also-the radio in my car was faulty-and it would make the computer think that it was on-even though I did turn ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Acceleration Problems

• Re: Hyundai Tucson Acceleration Issues [dalev2]

  Written by: jon12page on Oct 8, 2008 7:28:43 PM

  I had the EXACT same problem with a 2005 Tucson that I recently bought used. Did any of you ever resolve this problem?

• Re: Hyundai Tucson Acceleration Issues [pcherry328]

  Written by: dalev2 on Jun 11, 2008 11:50:21 AM

  I recently had the identical problem this weekend while on a trip from Asheville, NC. My wife's Tucson (2005) lost power at about 75-80 mph when automatically downshifting to go up (what I consider to be) rather inconsequential hills. I could stop the problem by manually upshifting the auto transmission but this (obviously) ends up lugging the engine and, when it downshifted, the power loss again happened This loss of power ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Maintenance and Repair

• Tucson AC problems

  Written by: rdillier on Apr 17, 2008 7:39:13 AM

  We own a 2005 Tucson (First new auto for us) and love it generally. However, it's been in the dealer shop for two weeks trying to fix an air conditioning problem. Simply stated, after the AC runs for a while, it begins to "snow" inside the cabin, and then the AC shuts off. They've replaced everything, and called Hyundai USA and Korea about fixes, but the HQ says they've not heard ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Tires and Wheels

• Third set of tires

  Written by: ryan9nicolas on Mar 17, 2008 7:18:43 AM

  I purchased a 2005 Hyundai Tucson. It was new when I purchased it. I only have 34, 000 miles on the car and I am on my 2nd set of tires already. Could there be something else wrong with my vehicle? I'm totally frustrated and everyone is telling me that shouldn't have happened.

Hyundai Tucson battery and alternator

• Radio draining the battery

  Written by: greatcars on Mar 10, 2008 2:22:23 PM

  I copied this from another place: airflyte, "Hyundai Tucson Maintenance and Repair" #10, 13 Jan 2007 12:57 pm#9 After my Tucson sits for two days, the battery goes dead. I took it to a Hyundai dealer and they showed me the Technical Service Bulletin for the Sonata, Tucson and Azera. The Bulletin number is 06-90-015, dated March 2006. The Bulletin states, "If the vehicle has to be stored for a long ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Maintenance and Repair

• Hyundai Tucson 2007 and 2005

  Written by: nancy929 on Dec 10, 2007 3:00:43 PM

  We have 2 Hyundai Tucsons....a 2005 and a 2007. The 2005 finally got the radio replacement that it needed, as the original radio would drain the battery if the car sat for more than 3-4 days. So, the 2005 is finally working and reliable. It was a very frustrating problem for awhile cuz Hyundai refused to recognize the defect. It took my college-age-daughter to demand more attention to get the radio ... Read More

Used Hyundai Tucson

• Used Hyundai Tucson

  Written by: joliebean on Oct 21, 2007 11:38:01 AM

  My husband and I currently own a 2002 hyundai santa fe and are wanting to upgrade to the tucson (used). We get to the dealer just after 12pm, test drive a 2005 tucson with 14,400 miles on it that was another companies lease. The center console has a crack in it and there's a small dent in it that he didn't point out on this model. He did see a dent ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• Re: Hyundai Tucson - 2005 [kirstie_h]

  Written by: hyundaipro07 on Jul 31, 2007 3:48:19 PM

  i just bought an 07 se yesterday loaded i have sold them and have owned hyundai since 1989 they are the best vehicle out there.drive one you will love it.signed the hyundai pro.

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2007 Tucson GLS w/Premium Package

  Written by: colloquor on Jul 27, 2007 12:29:00 PM

  We currently own a 2006 Elantra GLS, and my wife wants a small SUV. We'll keep the Elantra, but we've been looking at the Tucson GLS FWD Automatic. Here's the quote we just received from Pugi Hyundai in Downers Grove, IL (the same place we purchased our Elantra in December 2005): 2007 Hyundai Tucson FWD Automatic, Platinum Color with Premium Package: $17,252 This, of course, does not include TTL, but includes ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Real World MPG

• Re: Hyundai Tucson: MPG - Real World Numbers [steve_]

  Written by: joden on Jun 29, 2007 4:00:21 AM

  Tucson GL 4WD 4 cyl. Manual Trans I purchased my Tucson new in July 2005. It got great mileage for about the first 1500 miles the mileage then dropped to about 19 MPG since this was late October the dealer blamed this on cold weather ( October weather in Michigan is not cold). We lived with the mileage until the July 2006 oil change and then insisted something be done. Resetting ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Tucson: MPG - Real World Numbers

  Written by: wcorgicar on May 9, 2007 8:17:34 AM

  Hi everyone, Just found this forum and am learning a lot, especially about air filters and synthetic oil. Unfortunately, my 2005 4 cylinder Tucson is at the dealer for its 30,000 mile service which includes oil change, air filter and coolant change. I doubt they will use synthetic oil or a K&N air filter. Anyway, I have just finished an experiment driving 55 mph using cruise control when possible and intermittent ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Transmission Problems

• Re: sp 111 color and smell [airflyte]

  Written by: wcorgicar on May 9, 2007 6:47:54 AM

  Hi, glad I found this forum. My 2005 Hyundai Tucson is at the dealership for its 30,000 mile service. The maintenance schedule says to check the automatic transmission and change if needed. You say that the red dye will turn brown after a short time and that this is normal. The maintenance schedule only says to change the fluid if driving under severe conditions, that the normal use cars don't need ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• Hyundai Tucson a lot of problem

  Written by: roberto1980 on Apr 23, 2007 11:56:31 AM

  Hi, Im a tucson user, i just want to say, i love ford, i change my ford ranger 1998 for a hyundai tucson 2005 2 years ago and im very rgretful of doig this, i bought the car on cash, here in Ecuador that car cost 22 thousand dollars, doesnt come with airbags, first when i bought it, the right windshield was broken,i didnt notice it until i went to the ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Real World MPG

• Re: 2006 tucson mpg [tucson_girl]

  Written by: vegito1971 on Jul 12, 2006 3:57:08 AM

  Hyundai cars/SUV's seem to have a longer "break-in" period than some others. Just give it some time (and mileage) adn you will begin to see some improvement. This held true for both my 2002 Santa Fe and my 2005 Elantra. But the K&N air filter is a good idea and full synthetic oil helps too. Just like others are saying, you do have to remember that it is an SUV and ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• Re: 2007 Tucson [jvenezia]

  Written by: vegito1971 on Jul 9, 2006 7:46:57 PM

  The body for the 2007 Tucson is not scheduled for any major overhaul. It might get a minor touchup like they did with the 2005 Santa Fe, but nothing major. The engine though remains to be seen. I made several inquiries and came up empty-handed myself. Perhaps you will have better luck though. But I can offer a little insight for you and say that the 2.7L engine used in the ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Audio Radio MP3 iPod CD Stereo

• Re: Tucson Issues [targettuning]

  Written by: tenpin288 on May 17, 2006 5:26:15 AM

  I have to agree with target. I own a 2005 Tucson LX with the factory 6CD changer and "subwoofer". While it is definitely not "audiophile" quality, it more than satisfies my needs and I have no need or desire to swap it out. Could Hyundai have done better? Sure, but at what cost? ;)

Hyundai Tucson

• Paint problems

  Written by: smileon3 on May 16, 2006 3:49:24 PM

  I've been doing some research on Hyundai and their paint since my 2005 Tucson has approximately 10 spots that look like the paint is bubbling from underneath. I took the car into the dealer 6 months ago for inspection because I only had the car for 6 months at that time. They said they needed to have it inspected by a regional Hyundai rep. He finally showed up 6 months after ... Read More

• Tucson Issues

  Written by: delta4 on May 13, 2006 4:06:28 PM

  Since I have been frequenting this site I have been reading a lot 'complaints' about the Tucson. The majority seem to be about fuel economy and others are about minor interior trim issues, others are annoying problems with the OEM radio reception,speakers and some mechanical issues with the 4x4. I am starting to wonder whether fuel economy in particular is the reason for overall decline in sales of this model? I ... Read More

• Re: Hood alignment problem [flytedhy]

  Written by: targettuning on May 4, 2006 5:13:04 AM

  Call it defending my "experiences" then and my experience with more than a dozen cars of all brands most newer than 1963 up to and including a 2005 Tucson and a 2006 Honda with very close build tolerance is that a hood has never "gone" out of adjustment..period!! Do you think that only negative posts are allowed here with no rebuttal, you relentlessly poke Hyundai and since I fail to believe ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Hyundai Tucson: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [reechz]

  Written by: dripgoss on Apr 16, 2006 8:24:19 PM

  hey reechz, do you mean a 2005 LX or a 2006 Limited? To the best of my knowledge, the LX was only on the 05 and the limited is the top line of the 06 models...

Hyundai Tucson

• Re: thinking of buying a 4 cyl tuscon [flytedhy]

  Written by: targettuning on Apr 10, 2006 7:06:16 AM

  You too are about to be "targeted". I don't have to convince anybody about Hyundai being "not that bad" mainly because THEY AREN'T. I have, or have had three personally (2002 Santa FE, 2003 Santa Fe, 2005 Tucson) and both my daughter AND son also have one (2000 Elantra, 2003 Elantra) as does my sister (2004 Elantra) And now I am going to proceed to rip you too. So then, your ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Tucson GLS [targettuning]

  Written by: 238000 on Mar 27, 2006 12:43:21 PM

  Well, of course you're right, but you have to wonder what was wrong with the car that caused that shuddering - the dealer was disinclined to discuss it at length, other than to say, "your car is ready." You don't want to drive a car where the wheels come off(which happened to me with a 1995 Chrysler) that could be deadly. I guess we fawn over the Japanese cars, but are ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Tucson GLS [skopecky]

  Written by: 238000 on Mar 25, 2006 10:02:48 AM

  Yes, I have a top of the line 2005 Tucson, a great car, but I also experienced the shuddering when going up hills, and the front axles or something had to be replaced. Nowhere was this documented. To solve my problem,to get service, I had to write Robert Cosmai, CEO of Hyundai America since the dealership was continually putting me off, saying"Hyundai hasn't figured out how to fix this problem common ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Hyundai Tucson: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [sockpuppet1969]

  Written by: attykevin on Mar 18, 2006 8:29:25 PM

  I am looking at a 2005 LX 2WD, and I was e-mailed a quote of $20,930, less $1000 rebate and less $500 if I finance with Hyundai (likely will). That's $19,430 not counting tax and title. Am going to counter with an offer to buy at $19,000 even. Thoughts?

Hyundai Tucson

• Re: Why The bad rating in Consumer Reports [halebrat]

  Written by: rdillier on Mar 13, 2006 5:48:03 AM

  We bought a 2005 Tucson GLS V6 with 4WD on Aug. 1. Wife has put about 13,000 miles on it since then. Absolutely NOTHING wrong with it. Rides well, is pretty quiet and handles much better than her co-worker's Honda CRV in cornering. She also likes it because it's easier for her to get in the driver's seat since it's higher. I don't understand a poor evaluation either. She averages 22 ... Read More

• Why The bad rating in Consumer Reports

  Written by: halebrat on Mar 12, 2006 8:02:01 PM

  I noticed that the Hyundai Tucson received a much worse than average rating in the annual auto issue. I have a 2005 Tucson GLS and have had no problems with it since I purchased it last June. I presently have 14,000 miles on it and I am very satisfied. I know the gas mileage has been an issue. I have averaged about 20 mpg overall. Maybe it should be on par ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Tucson GLS [238000]

  Written by: targettuning on Feb 16, 2006 8:07:48 AM

  I have no evidence otherwise but I believe you had an isolated incident and wouldn't worry about the fix being a real fix. There are too many out there without this problem to be concerned about it being considered "a defective car". If this was a common problem this site would be buzzing with indignant posts about Hyundai being junk. Additionaly it seems that the dealer and Hyundai in general treated ... Read More

• 2005 Tucson GLS

  Written by: 238000 on Feb 16, 2006 5:34:34 AM

  I have a 2005 Tucson GLS and have about 19,500 miles on it having bought it in Feb of 2005. About 12,000 miles in November I began to notice a pronounced vibration while going up hills, but not so bad on flat surfaces. Checking with the dealer I was told that Hyundai was working on a fix and to call in Jan of 2006 to see if the fix was determined. ... Read More

• Re: Ditto on Tucson MPG [scott55]

  Written by: mkirk1 on Feb 8, 2006 12:53:28 PM

  Owned a Ford F250 HD crew cab (diesel) and sold it last year to buy a 2005 Hyundai Tucson V6, 2.7 L, 4 WD because of the vehicle's good looks and for the declared good fuel efficiency. Have been very disappointed because the F250 got better gas mileage by 3+ mpg (12-14 for Tucson vs. 17-18 for F250). We haven't been able to resolve the problem as the dealership on Maui ... Read More

• Re: Ditto on Tucson MPG [sockpuppet1969]

  Written by: targettuning on Feb 3, 2006 8:32:47 AM

  I don't know why there is the perception that the Tucson gets horrible fuel economy. In my experience with 3 Hyundai SUV's ...a 2002 Santa Fe 4WD 2.7 liter V-6, a 2003 Santa Fe 3.5 liter V-6 4WD, and the current 2005 Tucson 2.7 liter 4WD they all got acceptable (read this as reasonable not dream world expectations)fuel economy. Both the Santa Fe's got between 15 (3.5 liter)and 17 (2.7 liter)MPG ... Read More

• Re: Ditto on Tucson MPG [japheart]

  Written by: mkirk1 on Jan 29, 2006 10:50:49 AM

  We are hoping that the Hyundai service center can resolve the poor fuel rating we are experiencing with our 2005 Tucson V6 4 WD. We have had the car in five times for this same problem with no solution to date. Others may be getting higher mileage and we are happy for them but our vehicle, which now has 8500 miles, is getting only 12-14 mpg. We love the vehicle with ... Read More

• Re: Ditto on Tucson MPG [japheart]

  Written by: targettuning on Jan 23, 2006 5:39:02 AM

  How exactly did you expect Hyundai to magically fix your fuel economy?? What do you think quality has to do with fuel economy? How and where do you drive? All stop and go city? Do you consistanty speed in excess of 75 mph? Drive up and down Pikes peak every day? You people kill me... "badmouthing" Hyundai Hah what a joke. Your probable poor driving habits combined with who knows what ... Read More

• Re: Ditto on Tucson MPG [mkirk1]

  Written by: japheart on Jan 22, 2006 8:29:38 PM

  I TO OWN A 2005 TUCSON FWD6 CYLINDER AND RECEIVE HORRENDOUS GAS MILEAGE, ABOUT 11-12 MPG. BROUGHT IT IN 3 TIMES, FIRST TOLD ME NEED 10,000 MILES TO BREAK IN. SECOND SAID POOR TIRE PRESSURE, THIRD TOOK IT FOR RIDE AND FUDGED THE MPG BY HANDWRITING THE GALLONS THEY FILLED TANK UP WITH AND PRICE PER GALLON, TOLD ME I GOT 22.8 MPG, ALL MY RECEIPTS PRIOR AND AFTER SHOW ABOUT ... Read More

• Re: Tucson vibration problems and mileage

  Written by: rdillier on Jan 4, 2006 11:37:58 AM

  We bought a 2005 Tucson GLS V6, 4wd in early August and have about 9,000 miles on it. We get no vibration noise going uphill (So it's NOT a characteristic of the model as someone earlier quoted a Hyundai service guy. Ours is quiet inside -- not as quiet as a tomb, but quiet anyway. We've had no leaks around the rear window, and no "lurches" or noises from the transmission. ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Tucson Problems [238000]

  Written by: nakeydog on Jan 3, 2006 5:33:33 PM

  Really I don't have that problem with my 2005 LX. So it isn't ALL of the Tucsons as your dealer stated.

• Re: Hyundai Tucson Problems [238000]

  Written by: 238000 on Jan 3, 2006 1:16:05 PM

  Follow up on the vibrating crank shaft: My dealer tells me that all Tucsons have this problem and that Hyundai is working on a fix to this problem. Again, I get this vibration when going up hills, and its annoying - presumably the car is safe, which is reassuring since I have to drive to Florida later this month (Jan 2006). I wouldn't recommend a 2005 Tucson or even a 2006 ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• What Hyundai Tucson rebates change on 1/4

  Written by: carinfoseeker on Dec 31, 2005 2:25:35 PM

  There are currently 3+ rebates on the 2005 Hyundai Tucson that are good through 1/3: 2005 model Tucson = -1000 Owner loyalty = -500 Finance through Hyundai = -500 (Some dealers also offer a 200 rebate for purchase through Internet) Does anybody know what will happen to those rebates after 1/3? There are currently 2+ rebates on the 2005 Hyundai Tucson that are good through 1/3: Owner loyalty = -500 Finance ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• Transmission problem (fk322)

  Written by: raythegerman on Dec 30, 2005 7:39:08 AM

  We too had this same problem of our 2005 Hyundai Tucson GLS lurching from a stopped position, when accelerating. It was very upsetting and dangerous. We took the car to the dealer and they had a factory directive about this. According to the work order, they installed new SOP Mass air flow tube clamps. This eliminated our problem. Hopefully no one else will go through this, but if your car lurches ... Read More

• Hyundai Tucson Problems

  Written by: 238000 on Dec 22, 2005 1:44:45 PM

  My 2005 Tucson bought in Feb 2005 has about 15,200 miles on it. At about 12,000 it began to make a vibrating noise when going up long uphills. I finally took it to the dealer - after waiting about two hours, the service manager came in and said - the problem is in the drive shaft - it is vibrating and Hyundai has come up with a fix that we'll get ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Not protesting... [sockpuppet1969]

  Written by: rdillier on Nov 17, 2005 5:33:01 AM

  Regarding Not Protesting and Mileage Math... I think one interesting point about this debate is that we're going on and on over two FOREIGN CARS... No American SUVs are even getting a mention. As for me, the last four cars I owned were American. All were duds. I bought a 2005 Tucson GLS with the V6 in August. First BRAND NEW car I've owned in 42 years of driving. I LOVE ... Read More

• Re: what is a great deal on an 05? [andrelaplume]

  Written by: researchdog on Sep 30, 2005 12:08:57 PM

  Hi. The Edmunds forums and site really helped me to make a final decision on a new car. My first new car in 13 years replacing a 1993 Nissan Altima (which was truly a great reliable car) This time around I wanted a small SUV with AWD, ok gas mileage, safety, and best bang for the buck. So after all the research/reviews etc etc.....I took home yesterday a 2005 Hyundai Tucson ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• Re: '06 or '07 [duckied]

  Written by: me_and_g35 on Nov 14, 2005 8:22:56 PM

  After introduced in 2004 as 2005 Tucson, 2006 Tucson was slightly changed mainly for interior. 2006 Tucson is nicer than 2005 Tucson. I don't think 2007 Tucson will be any different than 2006 Tucson. With everything being standard figures, only thing I see to be added in 2007 would be the power driver seat, probably only on Limited model. In November, you can get up to $1500 in rebates if you ... Read More

• Re: Tucson Reliability [dovid2]

  Written by: mike_belknap on Nov 8, 2005 2:56:58 PM

  "In addition, CNN quotes them as saying the Elantra is "Average". However, for the '04 model, they gave it almost all red balls, indicating above average reliability." CR is basically saying that the numbers now suggest that if you buy a new Elantra today, it will in all likelihood have average overall reliability for its age during the time that you own the vehicle (based on the data for years 2001-05 ... Read More

• Re: Tucson V6 LX Adventure [batman47]

  Written by: 238000 on Oct 10, 2005 8:17:37 AM

  Dear Batman, I'm sorry to hear of your problems with your Tucson - I have the same model bought in Feb 2005 and have driven 10,000 miles, including a trip from Connecticut to Florida, and am driving to Florida again in two weeks. I haven't experienced any of the problems you mentioned, and am very satisfied with the car. I had a problem with a 2003 Sonata involving the brakes and ... Read More

Hyundai Tuscon Lease Questions

• Re: Re: Hyundai Tuscon: Lease Questions

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 27, 2005 4:04:56 AM

  Hi Kristinichka. It sounds to me as though you live in California. Hyundai is advertising a special enhanced lease on the 2005 Tuscon in that state featuring a $169 monthly payment. In order to know the exact terms of this deal, you need to consult the advertisement that you saw. I just looked it up on the Hyundai site and the fine print states: "Lease a 2005 Hyundai Tucson GL 2WD ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Tuscon: Lease Questions [kristinichka]

  Written by: danf1 on Sep 26, 2005 6:00:58 AM

  The Tucson lease program is very good right now. Give me some details about which model you want with what equipment and I can tell you what the lease should work out to be. On a cautionary note, the 2005s are almost gone and the lease expires at the end of the month, so don't think too long about it if you are going to do it.

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Is this a good price (Canadian) ... Please help.

  Written by: 91d28 on Aug 30, 2005 3:59:10 PM

  Hello, Just came from my local Hyundai dealership and this is the 'best' Tucson GL price (Canadian dollars) that they are giving me. They are telling me that they are only making $1.09 profit !!! 2005 Tucson GL model AWD 2.7 V6(demo model with just under 10,000 KM on it) No additional optionis, the basic GL setup. The price they want to 'give it away for' is = $31,718.65 (CDN) (this ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• converter problem

  Written by: samos1 on Aug 14, 2005 1:16:24 PM

  How do I talk with someone about warranty on the catalytic converters for 2005 Hyundai Tucson?

• convert problems

  Written by: samos1 on Aug 14, 2005 12:35:47 PM

  I have a 2005 Tucson which has 12,000 miles on it. I purchased the automobile in around christmas, 2 weeks later I got bad gas from a station. I took the car to the dealership repair shop, where there drained the gas tank and flush the lines and 7 months later my check engine light comes on and I take it back to the same dealership repair job, where they tell ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• New Owner

  Written by: rdillier on Aug 3, 2005 6:06:36 AM

  Monday night we contributed our bit to the overall economy, purchasing a 2005, Mesa Red Tucson GLS V6 at Antwerpin Hyundai in Clarksville, MD. First new car in my 42-year driving experience. Of course, I only get to see it when my wife parks it in the driveway. Outside of the test drive, my only time behind the wheel came on the 10.8-mile drive from the dealer to home... ;). Our ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson

• Engine warning light on just after 6000 km

  Written by: pn123 on Jun 12, 2005 7:07:05 PM

  I have a 2005 2.7GLS FW Tucson. I am just about to have my first oil change and guess what?? The engine warning light is on continuously without flashing. I have checked my gas cap and it was closed properly according to the manual instruction. So, anyone have any experience like this or similar ? I never have any problem like this so early with my previous cars before especially with ... Read More

Hyundai Tucson Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Hyundai Tucson: Prices Paid & Buying Experience

  Written by: sockpuppet1969 on Jun 11, 2005 3:31:57 PM

  I am looking at a 2005 Tuscon in North Carolina. LX 4WD with sunroof. My target price not including additional options (crossbars on the roof rack and a tow hitch) is 23K (including current $500 rebate). This is a little less than the current Edmunds TMV. Does this seem reasonable?

Hyundai Tucson

• Re: Product placement? [dovid2]

  Written by: 238000 on May 19, 2005 1:34:31 PM

  Tucson has arrived - so far, I think it's Hyundai's (pronounced Sundays) greatest car. Just my opinion, of course. I loved my 2003 Sonata, but the facts are these: The disk brakes needed resurfacing twice in 23,000 miles, once under wty and once considered wear and tear. Coming back from a ski trip in New Hampshire with sub-zero weather, the heaters weren't working properly, and my companion was freezing, since on ... Read More

• 5600 miles

  Written by: 238000 on May 18, 2005 2:34:08 PM

  I bought my Tucson the high-end model- GLS? So far, it's a great car, I drove it to Florida from Connecticut and it proved to be a great highway cruiser. I haven't experienced some of the problems of others on the site. The engine never hunts, and if you want more oomph, just press the accelerator slightly and off it goes.We had a lot of snow in Connecticut in March,(2005) but ... Read More

• Re: 14,000 miles Tucson V6 LX [batman47]

  Written by: w2323 on Apr 7, 2005 6:24:58 AM

  Well I'm sure in the fine printer Hyundai has their butt covered so I would not bother. As far as all these new advanced features they put into cars, to me I'd rather just be driving a car that works reliably. I could care less about airbags. People get permanently hurt from air bag deployment everyday. I know people that have broken chins, jaws etc from airbags. Now they have them ... Read More

• 05 Tucson

  Written by: duckied on Mar 27, 2005 10:47:20 AM

  Hello. I currently own a 2005 Elantra GLS, and yesterday I test drove a Tucson and Santa Fe. I extremely liked the Tucson. I was looking at its list of options, and what is the $10 cupholder insert? Also, does anyone have a factory installed tow hitch receiver on their Tucson? I noticed that the tow hitch receiver is not on the option list, but on the Hyundai Parts & Accessories ... Read More

• Re: 4x4 Malfunction 2005 Tucson [smy]

  Written by: delta4 on Mar 12, 2005 4:58:17 PM

  Hello sorry to hear about your drama with Tucson. I'm certain there is a fix for your new vehicle. Hyundai is definitely concerned about resolving issues for their customers. You'll see. It's times like these when you can swear off a brand based on a bad experience like that. That's understandable. Now I'm not saying that you're not justified in feeling upset, disappointed and downright frustrated but remember even Toyotas and ... Read More

• Re: 4x4 Malfunction 2005 Tucson [238000]

  Written by: smy on Mar 12, 2005 8:26:31 AM

  Well by useless, I mean the car was bucking (or taking off like a bat out of you know where, as the service mgr. descibed it), even when it wasn't in 4x4, so you aren't able to drive it around. It was at the dealer 7 days! They said it was a computer issues, and it was fixed. 12 hours later the exact same thing happened. Back to the dealer where ... Read More

• Re: 2005 tUCSON [238000]

  Written by: 238000 on Feb 26, 2005 7:48:15 AM

  This is added to my previous message: I have around 278 miles on my Tucson - I love it: The engine is the same as was in my 2003 Sonata which got damaged in an accident so I traded it in. The engine is smooth and responsive, no lurching as happened to other owners(ok, so it emits a healthy growl). So, I'm used to this engine and it does what I ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: arriba59 on Jan 15, 2005 12:01:27 PM

  Posted this earlier on the Santa Fe site - missed the option for Tucson! "So far, my two experiences with Colorado Hyundai dealers have been terrible. The first one denied the very offer of $16,999 being advertised that same day on the radio and did his best to push me into a full price "deal". The second has been an email correspondence with a Denver internet sales manager who said she ... Read More

• New Rebates or Incentives

  Written by: packaging pro on Jan 3, 2005 12:33:37 PM

  I just went into a Hyundai dealer in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. I was told there will be new rebates or incentives starting for Jan. 2005 on the Tucsons. Anyone know what they might be? I was told they didn't know until they came out.

• Is this a good deal.

  Written by: arkie54 on Dec 28, 2004 8:21:52 AM

  2005 Hyundai Tucson gls fwd silver moon roof mud flaps 20950.00 + tax.

• Arizona Dreaming

  Written by: steve_ on Nov 23, 2004 5:47:11 PM

  "Today, Hyundai enjoys a reputation as a builder of sturdy vehicles that still undercut the competition by thousands of dollars, but no longer at the cost of refinement and dependability." First Drive: 2005 Hyundai Tucson Steve, Host

• backy

  Written by: alpha01 on Sep 2, 2004 8:08:11 PM

  I dont feel the Santa Fe is ugly. Which safety features does the Tucson have that the Santa Fe doesnt? If you contend side curtains, yes, but..has Hyundai announced the 2005 Santa Fe yet? Are we sure it will not have Side Curtains? That said, the Santa Fe does well all round from NHTSA to IIHS. How much better are the EPA ratings for the Tucson over the Santa Fe, I ... Read More

• IMO the lower fuel averages of both Hyundai and Kia

  Written by: iluvmysephia1 on Jul 6, 2004 10:25:05 AM

  SUV's and passenger cars is nullified by what I have come to expect as very solid ride and performance capabilities. No, I'm not talking about power performance but I am talking about a reliable ride with a smooth, solid feel to it, and a quiet cabin to enjoy as well. My 2001 Kia Sportage 4x4 is not only built like a solid tank but is running like a top at 75,300 ... Read More

• Re: What is wrong with hyundai? [batman47]

  Written by: alpha01 on Sep 17, 2004 5:07:43 PM

  Maybe you should go for the RAV4 or CRV-- both will have stability control standard for the 2005 model year, both are quicker and more fuel efficient than the Tucson will be... and the RAV4 with side curtain airbags was recently announced as the first vehicle to achieve the IIHS's double "Best Pick" rating. ~alpha

• What is wrong with hyundai?

  Written by: batman47 on Sep 16, 2004 4:33:53 AM

  Other manufacturers, e.g. Lexus, Nissan, etc announce theirs future cars day of delivery, why Hyundai doesn't do the same? 'Fall 2004' means anything. For example in the UK Tucsons were in the show room from August but nobody could order any car until October 2005. What is this? In Australia Tucson are already sold. Why there is not an official note from Hyundai USA for USA customers? Can somebody give me ... Read More

• Re: Interior dimensions? [shooterd #51]

  Written by: shooterd on Apr 29, 2004 9:26:01 AM

  Ok, kind of answering my own question here. Wouldn't you know that I'd find an article I hadn't seen before AFTER I posted this that discusses interior cargo room and what they are guessing the true total cargo room might really be. http://www.autosite.com/Previews/2005-hyundai-tucson.asp "Hyundai claims that maximum cargo capacity is 39.9 cubic feet, which would rank it at the bottom of the segment – we suspect this measurement does not include ... Read More

• The new Hyundai Tucson debuts at

  Written by: iluvmysephia1 on Feb 5, 2004 5:13:29 PM

  the Chicago Auto Show yesterday. The compact Tucson will be Hyundai's new entry-level truck, execs revealed. The 2005 Tucson arrives this summer with a choice of four-cylinder or V-6 engines, a flexible interior and all-wheel drive available. The interior seats five; the rear bench splits and folds forward, and when coupled with the folded front passenger seat, creates a longer cargo area than some compact utes. The engines availabe will be ... Read More

• Hyundai Tucson - 2005

  Written by: kirstie_h on Nov 20, 2003 5:46:12 AM

  What do you think about this upcoming compact SUV? Here's what Edmunds.com has to say.