TransmissionHigh
1.6T 7-speed dual-clutch hesitation, jerking and failure.
DCT clutch pack / mechatronic work£900–£3,200
Inspect · Test-drive in traffic; feel for lurching and hesitation from a stop.
2016–2021 Hyundai Tucson · common fault repair costs
What the known faults on this Hyundai Tucson typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
Cost at a glance
- Most expensive fault
- £900–£3,200
- Top three risks, from
- £1,270
- Worst case, everything
- £10,300
The single priciest documented job on the 2016–2021 Hyundai Tucson is dct clutch pack / mechatronic work at £900–£3,200. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £2,350–£10,300 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Cost per fault
Exhaust/EmissionsHigh
DPF warning light illumination and vehicle entering limp-home mode due to soot accumulation, particularly on 1.7 and 2.0 CRDi models used for short journeys.
DPF forced regen or replacement£250–£1,600
Inspect · Start the engine and check the instrument cluster for the DPF warning light. Rev the engine to 3,000 rpm to ensure it revs freely and has not defaulted to limp mode.
ElectricalLow
Infotainment and camera glitches.
Infotainment repair or software fix£120–£1,200
Inspect · Test the screen and reversing camera.
Climate ControlMedium
Air conditioning system blowing warm air due to a porous or stone-damaged condenser leaking refrigerant.
Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100
Inspect · Set the climate control to maximum cold with the engine running. Feel the vents for chilled air within 60 seconds and shine a torch through the lower front bumper grille to spot dark, oily patches on the condenser.
SteeringMedium
Noticeable clicking or clunking noise from the steering column when turning the wheel, caused by a degraded flexible rubber coupling within the EPS motor assembly.
EGR valve / cooler replacement£300–£900
Inspect · With the engine idling and wheels pointing straight, rapidly rock the steering wheel left and right by about 10 degrees. Listen for a distinct metallic clunk from behind the dashboard.
SafetyHigh
ABS module fire recall.
Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800
Inspect · Confirm the ABS/HECU recall was completed.
Body/InteriorMedium
Creaking, rattling, or sticking of the panoramic sunroof mechanism, caused by track debris or failing plastic guides.
Water-ingress trace & seal£150–£800
Inspect · Operate the sunroof through a full open and close cycle. Listen for grinding noises and check that the glass seats flush with the roofline without manual assistance.
EngineHigh
GDI engine (2.0/2.4) carbon build-up and, on some, bearing failure.
Oil leak trace & seal / gasket£180–£700
Inspect · Check for knocking, oil consumption and confirm any engine recall/warranty work.
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
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