2017 Hyundai Tucson owner discussion

What NHTSA's records show for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson: 1,097 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (604), Power Train (294), Vehicle Speed Control (88). 13 complaints mention a crash and 26 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2017 Hyundai Tucson owner discussion: problems, repairs and buying advice

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What NHTSA's records show for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson: 1,097 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (604), Power Train (294), Vehicle Speed Control (88). 13 complaints mention a crash and 26 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2017 Hyundai Tucson recalls and complaints at a glance

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns and 1,097 owner complaints for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The most-reported problem areas are Engine (604), Power Train (294), Vehicle Speed Control (88). The most recent recall (NHTSA #21V727000, September 2021) covers the Engine. 1 campaign carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. Recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer. Recalls and complaints describe the model year, not a specific car — check the VIN for open recalls free, and for title, salvage and odometer history with a $9.99 report (Carfax charges $49.99).

Recall campaigns3
Owner complaints1,097
Complaints mentioning a crash13
Complaints mentioning a fire26

Most-reported problem areas

ComponentComplaints
Engine604
Power Train294
Vehicle Speed Control88
Electrical System85
Fuel/Propulsion System77
Service Brakes48

Recall campaigns

  • NHTSA #21V727000 — Engine (September 2021): 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.
  • NHTSA #20V543000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (September 2020): 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…
  • NHTSA #16V842000 — Electrical System (November 2016): 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…

Source: NHTSA recalls and complaints databases, retrieved 2026-11-07.

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