2009 Hyundai Tucson 2.0L Diesel · CP09 VEA

Persistent issues with steering and suspension components, alongside recurring advisories for corrosion and wear, define the mechanical profile of this vehicle. While the most recent test on 2 October 2025 resulted in a pass, this followed a failure on 1 October 2025 due to a major exhaust leak at the front flexible joint. The recent record shows a trend of escalating steering and suspension concerns, specifically regarding the steering rack, which has been flagged for seepage and play in the inner joints, and the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint. The recorded mileage of 76,742 miles over approximately 17 years indicates a low annual usage pattern of roughly 4,514 miles per year. For a vehicle of this age, such low mileage can sometimes correlate with components that have been subject to more frequent periods of inactivity rather than heavy high-speed motorway use. Mechanically, this means that while there may be less wear on certain drivetrain elements, rubber components such as suspension bushes and seals are more likely to have aged or perished due to time rather than distance, which is reflected in the repeated advisories for worn suspension arm pins and bushes. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the steering and suspension during a test drive. The documented seepage from the steering rack and play in the inner joints, combined with the advisory for the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, may manifest as a heavy or notched feeling through the steering wheel, wandering at higher speeds, or distinct knocking and clunking sounds when navigating uneven surfaces or speed bumps. Additionally, the advisory regarding the DPF pressure pipes being in poor condition warrants a close inspection, as any failure here could lead to significant exhaust system issues or engine performance problems. Further attention is required regarding the vehicle's structural and braking history. Previous advisories have noted corrosion on the rear subframe and on various coil springs, which should be visually inspected for significant scale or structural degradation. The 2022 advisory regarding imbalanced front brakes suggests the braking system may require monitoring for uneven deceleration or pedal judder. Finally, the damaged central rear seat belt buckle remains an outstanding advisory from the latest test, which should be addressed to ensure passenger safety.