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Service bulletins for the 2016 Hyundai Tucson

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

172 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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5NP-Z3A5R-022019-02-19. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This bulletin provides the procedure to update the TCU (Transmission Control Unit) in certain vehicles (listed Below) when replacing the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) with updated clutch material. This bulletin also provides a method of identifying transmissions with the updated F850 clutch material.
5NP-S6S9Z-122018-12-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This bulletin provides information related to a BMS (Battery Management System) ECU software update that must be performed after replacing a high voltage Lithium Battery in a Sonata HEV (YF HEV) or Tucson Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (LM FCEV).
5NP-A3B3W-102018-10-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to inspect and (if necessary) replace the vacuum pump cap on certain 2016-17 Tucson vehicles. Service Campaign T3C provides a service procedure to inspect and/or replace the vacuum pump cap.
5NP-D3P4H-102018-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. On some Tucson (TL) vehicles may experience the illumination of various warning lamps including the brake warning lamp and other lamps. This bulletin describes the procedure to apply sealant to the vacuum pump or replace the vacuum pump cap based on vehicle inspection.
5NP-X9G4F-092018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This bulletin describes the proper steps to identify and correct a symptom with a "Subscription Updated" or "Loading" pop-up message shown (intermittently) after every Head Unit boot up.
5NP-Q5T3B-052018-05-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUEL CELL; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER. This bulletin provides information related to the FCU (Fuel Cell Control Unit) software update for TUCSON FCEV (LM FCEV) vehicles. This update includes improvement for fuel cell stack durability and diagnosis condition.
5NP-P5L7D-052018-05-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; EQUIPMENT. If you are servicing a vehicle with a harsh and/or delayed shift, use the GDS as shown in the Service Procedure to measure shift engagement time.
5NP-K3U7J-052018-05-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; EQUIPMENT. This bulletin provides information to replace the A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor and to update the HVAC ECU on certain 2016-2017 model year Tucson (TL) vehicles.
5NP-F6W6P-052018-05-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS; EQUIPMENT. The shift lever on some 6-speed vehicles may intermittently not shift out of Park. This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to correct this condition.
5NP-T6W2Z-032018-03-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This bulletin provides information to replace the A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor and to update the HVAC ECU on certain 2016-2017 model year Tucson (TL) vehicles.
5NP-D8E5P-032018-03-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to replace the evaporator temperature sensor and update the ECM software on certain 2016-17MY Tucson vehicles. Service Campaign T2U provides a service procedure to replace the evaporator temperature sensor and update the ECM software.
5NP-G8S6L-012018-01-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). This bulletin describes the procedure to determine if the vehicle's navigation unit needs to be replaced as a result of the inability to set the clock or view it on the top of the screen.
5NP-C5J4H-012018-01-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This bulletin describes the procedure to determine if the vehicle's head unit needs to be replaced as a result of a defect causing an echo when a phone call is answered via Apple CarPlay.
5NP-Z6F3A-112017-11-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. Before installing an automatic transmission, check the depth of the torque converter in the case to confirm the torque converter is fully installed in the transmission. If this is not done, the oil pump may be damaged.
5NP-X7Y4J-122017-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This bulletin provides the procedure to update both the ECM (Engine Control Module) and the TCM (Transmission Control Module) on some 2016 and 2017 Hyundai Tucsons equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). The update will address: ? A slight hesitation at low speeds that can be experienced in certain driving conditions. This update improves the low speed engine and transmission response. ? Malfunction indicator light illuminated with DTC P0128 - Coolant Thermostat - Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature.
5NP-R6T4X-122017-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Hyundai Motor America conducted Recall 149 to update the DCT Control Logic on certain 2016 Model Year Tucson 1.6L vehicles. Recall 149 (16-01-038-01) provides an updated procedure to update the TCU and ECM software. Hyundai Motor America is conducting a revision to Recall to update both the TCU and ECM.
5NP-P9A3V-122017-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Eco, Sport, and Limited trim 2016 Hyundai Tucsons are equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). In specific operating conditions, the transmission clutch application logic can result in a delayed engagement when accelerating from a stop. If the accelerator pedal is steadily depressed for approximately 1.5 to 2 seconds, the vehicle will begin to accelerate and normal driving is resumed. However, if the accelerator pedal is repeatedly cycled, the vehicle will not accelerate. The inability to move the vehicle in traffic may increase the risk of a crash. Also accompanying with the software are updates for the following: ? A slight hesitation at low speeds that can be experienced in certain driving conditions. This update improves the low speed engine and transmission response. ? Malfunction indicator light illuminated with DTC P0128 - Coolant Thermostat - Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature.
5NP-P8N9N-122017-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Hyundai Motor America is conducting a Service Campaign to update both the ECM (Engine Control Module) and the TCM (Transmission Control Module) on certain 2016-17MY Model Year Tucson equipped with DCT. Service Campaign T1B provides a procedure to update the ECM and TCM.
5NP-Y8D3S-102017-10-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. On certain 2016 - 2017 MY Tucson (TL), intermittently there is no sound from the audio system. This is caused by the instrument cluster not sending the proper CAN signals to the amplifier. This bulletin describes the procedure to reprogram the instrument cluster to correct the signal transmission timing.
5NP-K9M7J-102017-10-12. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Due to parts communization, the rear trailing arms on (TL) Tucsons produced after July 26, 2016 have been revised. This change also affects service parts. Therefore, anytime a rear trailing arm is replaced on (TL) Tucsons produced on or before July 26, 2016 it is necessary to replace both sides. Refer to the repair procedure located in the applicable Service Shop Manual: Suspension System - Rear Suspension System- Trailing Arm - Repair Procedures.
5NP-E2C3Q-092017-09-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This bulletin provides information on how to return a Hyundai HEV/PHEV/EV/Fuel Cell Lithium Battery for proper disposal and safe environmental recycling using Hyundai?s authorized vendor Kinsbursky Brothers Inc. (KBI).
5NP-V3F8T-092017-09-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. If you are servicing a vehicle with the DTC or symptoms listed below, refer to the Service Procedure to diagnose the condition. ? Diagnostic trouble codes: ? P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit ? P0706 - Range switch range/performance ? P0707 - Range switch - open circuit ? P0708 - Range switch - short circuit or multiple inputs ? Symptoms: ? Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminated ? 4th gear fail-safe ? No gear indication in cluster ? Intermittent no engine crank/no start in ?P? or ?N? with or without MIL or DTC.
5NP-B6N5A-042017-08-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). This bulletin provides the procedure to update both the ECM (Engine Control Module) and the TCM (Transmission Control Module) on some 2016 and 2017 Hyundai Tucsons equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). The update will address: ? A slight hesitation at low speeds that can be experienced in certain driving conditions. This update improves the low speed engine and transmission response. ? Malfunction indicator light illuminated with DTC P0128 - Coolant Thermostat - Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature.
5NP-D8L3J-012017-01-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; TRAILER HITCHES. THE 2017 SANTA FE (NC) AND 2016 – 2017 TUCSON (TL) ARE AVAILABLE WITH A GENUINE HYUNDAI TRAILER HITCH AND WIRING HARNESS. ON CERTAIN UNITS, WHEN THE TRAILER’S LIGHTING WIRING HARNESS IS CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE, THE TOW HITCH MODULE MAY MALFUNCTION RESULTING IN CONTINUOUS ILLUMINATION OF THE TRAILER’S BRAKE AND/OR TURN SIGNAL BULB(S). THIS CONDITION AFFECTS ONLY THE TRAILER’S LIGHTING; NOT THE VEHICLES. IF A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE GENUINE HYUNDAI ACCESSORY TOW PACKAGE IS DRIVEN WITH A TRAILER, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE TRAILER LIGHTS WOULD BE UNABLE TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS. A FAILURE TO NOTIFY OTHER VEHICLES OF THE DRIVER’S INTENT COULD POTENTIALLY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
5NP-N5Z7L-102016-10-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. EFFECTIVE SEPT. 10, 2016 THE FOLLOWING SERVICE CAMPAIGN WILL END.

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