2017 Hyundai Tucson Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Tucson years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 1,092 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Tucson. That ranks 2nd out of 22 Tucson model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (601 complaints, 55%), typically at around 56,117 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 26 fires, 14 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 1,092owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 13complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Hyundai Tucson problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine problems | 601 | 55% | 56,117 | “oil consumption” (16%) | $4,650 |
| Power Train problems | 291 | 27% | 8,000 | “dual clutch” (20%) | — |
| Unknown or Other | 138 | 13% | 14,100 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | 88 | 8% | 11,500 | “dual clutch” (13%) | — |
| Electrical System problems | 84 | 8% | 29,575 | “open outside” (6%) | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System problems | 75 | 7% | 11,000 | “oil consumption” (9%) | — |
| Structure | 42 | 4% | 49,125 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 29 | 3% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 2% | 58,612 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 2% | 92,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 1% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 15 | 1% | 85,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 10 | 1% | 22,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 1% | 14,300 | — | — |
| Seats | 5 | 0% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 0% | 200 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 0% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 0% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 0% | 450 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 0% | 4,017 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 0% | 82,415 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 0% | 200 | — | — |
| Carry Handle, Shell, Base | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 Hyundai Tucson recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on November 16, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 209.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulePark outside
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.
Trailer hitches; electrical system:wiring
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Loss of Motive Power (DP22003) — opened Sep 12, 2022, closed Dec 12, 2023.
- Engine Fires (EA21003) — opened Dec 22, 2021, closed Feb 5, 2024, led to recall 23V877.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
engine failure even though this car has always had oil changes at 110,000 miles. I would like the company to fix this since i am not the first to complain about this. I still have the car parked.
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled and was unable to exceed 30 MPH. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the shoulder of the road, and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where…
While going down the highway at around 72 mph , my car went into limp mode. I was unable to accelerate, the brake and wheel locked. And then the engine light began flashing. The limp mode , non acceleration, and flashing engine light have happened twice before this instance. The first two times the…
Unknown believe it engine was replaced due to engine knock
Failed Component: Engine assembly / internal powertrain (specifically, a connecting rod bearing failure in cylinder #2 causing severe engine knocking and risk of mechanical seizure). The vehicle is available for inspection, the complete vehicle and affected engine assembly are intact and available…
Other Hyundai Tucson years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tucson | 63 | 5 |
| 2025 Tucson | 289 | 6 |
| 2024 Tucson | 99 | 4 |
| 2023 Tucson | 135 | 2 |
| 2022 Tucson | 386 | 3 |
| 2021 Tucson | 80 | 1 |
| 2020 Tucson | 178 | 1 |
| 2019 Tucson | 384 | 1 |
| 2018 Tucson | 399 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1,092 | 3 |
| 2016 Tucson | 1,624 | 5 |
| 2015 Tucson | 229 | 1 |
| 2014 Tucson | 202 | 2 |
| 2013 Tucson | 266 | 3 |
| 2012 Tucson | 255 | 3 |
| 2011 Tucson | 124 | 5 |
| 2010 Tucson | 59 | 4 |
| 2009 Tucson | 18 | 1 |
| 2008 Tucson | 43 | 1 |
| 2007 Tucson | 65 | 5 |
| 2006 Tucson | 135 | 5 |
| 2005 Tucson | 185 | 8 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Tucson?
Owners most often report engine, power train, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 601 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Hyundai Tucson?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Hyundai Tucson a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tucson model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.