Second Hand Hyundai Tucson Steering Column

The Tucson has gone through distinct generations — the first generation (Mk1, 2004–2010), second generation (Mk2, 2010–2015), and third generation (Mk3, 2015–2021, facelifted 2018) — and the steering column is not a straight swap across these boundaries due to differences in column architecture, wiring, and steering system integration. Parts within the same generation are generally more likely to be compatible, but even then variants can differ. Always confirm the exact generation and registration with the breaker before purchasing.

Both years fall within the third generation (Mk3, 2015–2021), but 2017 is pre-facelift and 2019 is post the 2018 facelift, which brought updates that may affect steering column compatibility. Whether the column crosses that facelift boundary without issue is something you should confirm with the breaker against your specific registration, as internal differences in the column assembly or electrical connectors can cause problems.

For the Tucson, the steering column itself is not typically determined by engine size in the way that brakes or driveshafts might be, so a 1.6 and a 2.0 litre example from the same generation are likely to share the same column. That said, if your vehicle has electric power steering, the column and its associated control module should match your specific setup, so confirm with the breaker using your registration to be safe.

Trim level does not drive differences in the steering column on the Tucson, so an S, SE, Premium, or Premium SE column from the same generation should generally be interchangeable from a mechanical standpoint. Be aware that higher trims may include additional stalk controls or a different column cowl finish, so the cosmetic surrounds might look slightly different even if the core column fits. Confirm with the breaker that the column matches your generation and steering system type.

Yes, all variants of the Hyundai Tucson across every generation are fitted with a steering column — it is a universal component of the car regardless of engine, trim, or drivetrain. Whether your Tucson has a manual or electric power steering system may affect the exact specification of the column, so make sure the breaker knows your registration and steering system type when sourcing a used part.

The Mk2 ran from 2010 to 2015 and the Mk3 from 2015 onwards, so these are different generations with different platform architectures, and a straight swap across that boundary is unlikely to be reliable. Steering columns from different generations can differ in length, spline count, electrical connector configuration, and power steering system compatibility. Source a column from within your own Mk3 generation and confirm fitment with the breaker against your registration.