Hyundai Tucson Complete Gearbox/Transmission
Complete Gearbox/Transmission to suit the Hyundai Tucson, cross-referenced against OEM specification and dispatched countrywide
What Are Hyundai Tucson Complete Gearbox/Transmission?
A complete gearbox is the full transmission assembly — casing, gears, synchros, differential and clutch housing. On Hyundais that means the 5- and 6-speed manuals, the DCT dual-clutch automatic in the i20 and i30, and the torque-converter automatics in the Tucson and Santa Fe. All are familiar repair territory in SA.
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Before you order complete gearbox/transmission for a Tucson
Tucson owners are usually surprised by how much turns on the generation code — JM, LM, TL and NX4 all sold here.The LM Tucson and the ix35 are the same vehicle sold under two names in different markets, so ix35 stock is a legitimate source for LM-generation parts and vice versa.
Engine families fitted to the SA-market Tucson:
Manual and automatic derivatives of the same Hyundai take entirely different mountings, driveshafts and coolers, and the automatic itself changed within some generations.
Send us manual or automatic, the number of gears, and the engine it is bolted to with your enquiry and we will confirm the correct complete gearbox/transmission against your car before anything is dispatched.
In South Africa the Tucson is mostly the family SUV that does school runs during the week and gravel-road holiday mileage over December, a duty cycle that is hard on suspension and cooling components. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
Hyundai Tucson Complete Gearbox/Transmission — Questions We Get Asked
Will complete gearbox/transmission from another Tucson fit mine?
Not automatically. The Tucson sold in South Africa as JM, LM, TL and NX4, and the LM Tucson and the ix35 are the same vehicle sold under two names in different markets, so ix35 stock is a legitimate source for LM-generation parts and vice versa. Send us the generation code off your VIN plate and we will confirm it either way before anything is dispatched.
Which engines did the South African Tucson come with?
SA-market cars ran Beta II 2.0 (JM), Theta II 2.0 (LM), Gamma 1.6 T-GDi (TL), Nu 2.0, R-line 2.0 CRDi (TL). The code stamped on the block is what we work from — the badge on the boot is not reliable on its own.
How much does a Hyundai gearbox replacement cost in South Africa?
It depends heavily on model — a used Getz/i20 manual from a strip yard is the cheapest path, an automatic from a Creta is the priciest. We source units nationally through our SA supplier network. Send your VIN for a firm quote.
What are the symptoms of a failing Hyundai gearbox?
Grinding on shifts, whining under load, slipping in one gear, hard engagement from DCT dual-clutch automatics and ATF leaks. An i20 DCT shuddering at take-up is a textbook signature — it often means a clutch actuator issue rather than a full gearbox.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a Hyundai gearbox?
For manual Getz, i20 and Accent boxes, a used replacement from an SA strip yard is often cheaper than a full rebuild. For DCT and torque-converter autos, a specialist rebuild or remanufactured unit usually beats a used wildcard. Scan first, quote both options second.
Which Hyundai models have common gearbox problems?
The DCT dual-clutch in i20 and Tucson (harsh shifts, clutch actuator), the torque-converter automatic in Creta and Santa Fe (solenoid issues) and the 6-speed auto in older Sonata/Azera are the well-documented ones. All have known repair paths through SA specialists.
Can I buy a used Hyundai gearbox in South Africa?
Yes — SA's used-gearbox market is healthy and our supplier network lists Hyundai units across most models. We VIN-match to ensure engine, mileage and gearing are correct before shipping. Send us your VIN for available stock.
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Not sure which complete gearbox/transmission fits your Tucson?
Send us your VIN or the engine code off the block and our Hyundai desk will cross-check the correct complete gearbox/transmission for your exact Tucson derivative.