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2017 Hyundai Tucson Problems and Recalls: What Owners Report

This page shows the problems 2017 Hyundai Tucson owners reported to NHTSA, the federal agency that tracks car safety: 1,081 complaints sorted by system, the mileage they started at, the check engine codes owners named, and the recalls to check before you buy.

NHTSA owner complaintsChecked Oct 2, 20261,081 complaintsFederal file of Aug 25, 2026

Model year2017
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Complaints
1,081

-33% vs 2016

Top system
Engine

591 complaints, 55% of the total

Typical start
56,000 mi

half of the engine reports that give a mileage came before this

Crash reports
13

12 mention an injury, 26 a fire

Short answer

The engine leads the 2017 Hyundai Tucson record at 55%, with powertrain next at 27%. Of the engine reports that give a mileage, half came before 56,000 miles.

It's a count of reports, not a failure rate. Use it to decide what to inspect before buying, not to grade the car.

What we know beyond the file

Engine complaints lean on noise and warning lights, and about a quarter of them describe the engine using oil between changes.

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2017 Hyundai Tucson overview

The 2017 Tucson came with a 2.0-liter four and a six-speed automatic, or a 1.6-liter turbo with a seven-speed automated manual, the dual-clutch kind, in front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

Owners filed 33% fewer complaints about the 2017 than the 2016 (1,616), and the engine leads only in 2017. The 2018 drew 390, with engine named most.

2.0L 4-cylinder
Power
164 hp at 6,200 rpm
Torque
151 lb-ft
Gearbox
6-speed automatic
Fuel
Regular gasoline
Injection
Direct injection
FWD23/30/26
AWD21/26/23

city / highway / combined mpg, EPA

1.6L turbo 4-cylinder
Power
175 hp at 5,500 rpm
Torque
195 lb-ft
Gearbox
7-speed automated manual
Fuel
Regular gasoline
Injection
Direct injection
FWD25/30/27
AWD24/28/25

city / highway / combined mpg, EPA

1 of 2 engines

Fuel economy from EPA fueleconomy.gov; power and torque from Kelley Blue Book's spec pages.

Is the 2017 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

Owners filed more complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Tucson than about any other Tucson year except 2016, and most of them are about the engine. The four checks below are what the federal record can say; none of them is a reliability score.

  • 2nd
    Compared with other Tucson years1,081 complaints, the 2nd most of 16 model years (2016 has 1,616).By model year
  • 55%
    The system named mostEngine, in 591 complaints. Half of the engine reports that give a mileage came before 56,000 miles.Problems by system
  • 3
    Recalls3 recall campaigns cover the 2017 Hyundai Tucson.Recalls
  • 13
    Crashes, injuries, fires13 complaints mention a crash, 12 an injury and 26 a fire.

A complaint count is not a failure rate: the record doesn't say how many were sold, so a popular year draws more reports.

2017 Hyundai Tucson problems by system

Every complaint to NHTSA names the part of the car that gave the owner trouble, such as the engine or the steering. The cards below sort the 1,081 complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Tucson that way, largest first: open one to read what owners wrote, when it usually starts, and what to check.

5 systems · tap one to read what owners wrote
Engine55%591 complaints

Engine noise, warning lights, oil use, stalling

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What owners describe
Oil pan leak: 2.0l nu gdi engine is starting to leak oil in the oil pan. Only 38,900 miles. Previous engine oil was made by the dealer and no notice about the issue mas made.I will go to the dealer and complain because of this.
PROwner in Puerto Rico38,900 mi
The car hesitates when accelerating from a stop and acts as it's going to stall. There is no power in the gas pedal when this happens and it can take a few seconds before it finally shifts. This has been happening since may 2017 when I purchased it and I have reported ot to the dealership 3 times. They have been unable to duplicate the issue or find a code indicating that the issue has occurred.
MNOwner in Minnesota200 mi
CAPAFLTXRead 4 more owner reports+4
While driving I have noticed that when I begin to accelerate after a complete stop my car jerks forward and doesn't catch. It's almost as if the vehicle stalls before moving forward, this happens when moving forward or reversing from a complete stop. I haven't been able to get a response to the issue from the dealership though I've let them know there is an issue multiple times over the past 3 months.
CAOwner in California16,000 mi
Driving about 25 mph turning into a parking lot the vehicle jerked forward, then just stalled. I barely got it off the road and finally had bystanders help push me off. It was towed to local hyundai dealer and after review, they stated something about debris melted and got into the engine, which destroyed the engine. Was under full warranty and now it's been 30 days I've been without my vehicle.
PAOwner in Pennsylvania34,000 mi
I was driving on hey do 70 car made a noise dropped to 65 ppl was honking at me I looked in rear view mirror I see sparks coming from bottom of car. I immediately merged to the right turn car off and it started smoking. I have no warning ⚠️ indicators on in car to say something is wrong.
FLOwner in Florida130,000 mi
I have around 36,000 miles on my suv and my engine went out. I was driving home and it started making rug a loud knocking noise. Half way home it died and the oil light flashed but went back off. Car started right back up but knocking sound was still there. Knocking sound occurs when accelerating.
TXOwner in Texas37,000 mi
When it starts
050k100k mi

Usually starts around 56,000 miles. Half of owners reported it between 29,000 and 83,000.

What to do

Check the oil level and listen for a knock at idle.

Our guideDo High-Mileage Cars Burn Oil? Is a Quart per 1,000 Normal
Powertrain27%287 complaints

Hesitation from a stop, stalling, jerky take-off

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What owners describe
Oil pan leak: 2.0l nu gdi engine is starting to leak oil in the oil pan. Only 38,900 miles. Previous engine oil was made by the dealer and no notice about the issue mas made.I will go to the dealer and complain because of this.
PROwner in Puerto Rico38,900 mi
The vehicle will stall out. You can hit the gas and hit the gas and nothing will happen for almost 30 seconds then it will jerk really hard and go. This has happened several times and I have almost been t boned because of it stalling out when pulling out of a parking lot. This has happened several times and have had it at the hyundai dealership and of course they can't find anything.
AROwner in Arkansas57,000 mi
AZMDFLVARead 4 more owner reports+4
1. Lost of power/acceleration when in drive mode, has happen multiple times but told by service dept, nothing is wrong during their test drives. 2. Driver door does not open on the outside, has to open from the inside. 3. Smell of exhaust inside cabinet. Have been turned away from dealer services due to warranty coverage. I believe vehicle is a lemon
AZOwner in Arizona83,000 mi
2017 hyundai tucson. While driving my vehicle on a city street , I stopped for a red light and when I proceeded to move when the light turned green my suv would not accelerate. The vehicle transmission made a noise ,rpm's went to 4, car lunched forward and moved a little, then proceeded to drive.
MDOwner in Maryland525 mi
When in city driving, vehicle jerks between 1st, 2nd and third gear. When in a quick stop vehicle fails to accelerate right away. Both intermittently concerns. Spoke to my local dealer and they state is a know issue with this model vehicle and that is just the way they are. Unacceptable
FLOwner in Florida5,000 mi
The car hesitates under acceleration . It will sometimes sits just inching along for 2 or 3 seconds then start accelerating. You don't know when its going to happen. I have taken it to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with the vehicle. It can go a week with nothing than when you last expect it happens again. Very dangerous I wont let my wife drive the car.
VAOwner in Virginia5,000 mi
When it starts
050k100k mi

Usually starts around 8,000 miles. Half of owners reported it between 1,673 and 21,425.

What to do

Pull away from a full stop several times and feel for a delay.

Our guideCar Jerks When Accelerating: Causes, Costs and Fixes
Throttle and speed control8%84 complaints

Hesitation and a jerk when pulling away

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What owners describe
While driving I have noticed that when I begin to accelerate after a complete stop my car jerks forward and doesn't catch. It's almost as if the vehicle stalls before moving forward, this happens when moving forward or reversing from a complete stop. I haven't been able to get a response to the issue from the dealership though I've let them know there is an issue multiple times over the past 3 months.
CAOwner in California16,000 mi
I experience hesitation from a stopped position, mostly when I am at a intersection trying to make a turn. I have gone to the dealership they rest I believe ta adaptives still having same problem. It's a little scary hoping that I don't get hit making a turn & the car hesitates. It has happened 5 times so far
MDOwner in Maryland1,200 mi
AZAZFLPARead 4 more owner reports+4
When attempting to accelerate from being stopped at a light, stop sign, etc. The vehicle stalls for about 3-5 seconds before moving. When attempting to change lanes or merge onto the highway there is a delay. I've had the vehicle for 1.5 years (original owner). These issues started approximately 1 month ago.
AZOwner in Arizona15,000 mi
On numerous occasions this vehicle has failed to accelerate. The vehicle rpms rise but it takes roughly 2-3 seconds to engage. I feel this is very unsafe especially when making a left turn in traffic. I have take it to the dealer more than once with no help. The 2016 model was recalled for exactly what I have experienced and I believe the 2017 model should be as well.
AZOwner in Arizona22,000 mi
Hesitation on acceleration, from a stop may accelerate or sit there. I see there are already 29 complaints of the same thing and in 2016 there were 108 complaints for the dry type dual clutch transmission (dct) application logic mine 1.6 turbo. Use sport mode not s fix nor solution. Recall #149 in 2016 fix? Some one will die!
FLOwner in Florida2,800 mi
2017 hyundai tucson 4700 miles on it on 5/29/18 on my way home from the hospital at a traffic light put my foot on the gas car failed to accelerate at a normal pace started very slow it happened at least seven more times on that day
PAOwner in Pennsylvania4,700 mi
When it starts
050k100k mi

Usually starts around 11,500 miles. Half of owners reported it between 3,975 and 24,250.

What to do

Accelerate from a stop at an intersection and feel for a pause.

Electrical system7%81 complaints

Warning lights, a burned brake light socket, power loss

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What owners describe
1. Lost of power/acceleration when in drive mode, has happen multiple times but told by service dept, nothing is wrong during their test drives. 2. Driver door does not open on the outside, has to open from the inside. 3. Smell of exhaust inside cabinet. Have been turned away from dealer services due to warranty coverage. I believe vehicle is a lemon
AZOwner in Arizona83,000 mi
Shortage in the electrical system.. Never had so many bulbs blown out on 1 car - brake lights and head lights. Now there is a shortage in the hood... The fan keeps going even when the car is turned off, clicks a couple of times and the far starts up again.
FLOwner in Florida50,900 mi
CTGARead 2 more owner reports+2
There is a current recall on this vehicle: NHTSA recall number20v543000. I have called the dealer and they have no idea of when hyundai will provide a fix. Since this defect can cause the car to catch fire can you please find out about the fix for this problem.
CTOwner in Connecticut30,000 mi
I made a complaint against this same problem but now it is on the opposite side. The brake rear passenger side has burned. The dealership blocked em from making an appointment to repair the defect. I will try again. This is the second burning of the brake light system.
GAOwner in Georgia23,000 mi
When it starts
050k100k mi

Usually starts around 29,575 miles. Half of owners reported it between 11,324 and 53,175.

What to do

Check the brake lights and watch the dash.

Fuel and power delivery7%75 complaints

Stalling, hesitation at low speed

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What owners describe
1. Lost of power/acceleration when in drive mode, has happen multiple times but told by service dept, nothing is wrong during their test drives. 2. Driver door does not open on the outside, has to open from the inside. 3. Smell of exhaust inside cabinet. Have been turned away from dealer services due to warranty coverage. I believe vehicle is a lemon
AZOwner in Arizona83,000 mi
Upon pressing the gas pedal from a complete stop, or while driving at very low speeds (less than 20 mph), vehicle hesitates to accelerate for 2 to 3 seconds. After the 2 or 3 second pause, car finally accelerates with very high rpm's.
NYOwner in New York25,000 mi
MAFLRead 2 more owner reports+2
After stopping the vehicle does not respond to the gas pedal, severe lag. I have almost been in 3 accidents in 2 weeks, I am on blood thinners so this presents a life threatening issue for me, I am pursuing all complaint options and looking for a full refund. The car is only 2.5 weeks old and has less than 100 miles on it. The problem is intermittent so you can never be sure when it is going to happen.
MAOwner in Massachusetts500 mi
The vehicle at times when going from a stop will occasionally totally lose all propulsion for a split second which has caused me to almost be dead in traffic. It is very scary when it happens. I don't know if it is a engine or transmission or fuel problem. I had the problem with a 2014 santa fe. My brother in law has the same problem with the same vehicle.
FLOwner in Florida100 mi
When it starts
050k100k mi

Usually starts around 11,000 miles. Half of owners reported it between 1,615 and 28,216.

What to do

Drive slowly in traffic and feel for a stumble.

Check engine codes owners report

10 owners name P1326 (a Hyundai-specific code) in their complaints, the code named most for this car.

OBDP1326Hyundai-specific code10
OBDP0300Random misfire4

Complaints whose text names the code, one count per complaint. Tap a code to read our guide; grey codes have no guide yet.

When problems show up on the odometer

Powertrain complaints start earliest, typically around 8,000 miles. Engine complaints start latest, around 56,000 miles.

Engine56k
Powertrain8k
Throttle and speed control12k
Electrical system30k
Fuel and power delivery11k
025k50k75k100k mi

Dot: typical mileage. Bar: the middle half of reports. From the mileage owners wrote on the form.

Hyundai Tucson complaints by model year

2017 is shown in dark. The engine is named most in 9 other Tucson years.

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Complaints by model yearHyundai Tucson, 2010 to 2025
All complaintsEngine
0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
1,081
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

2017 is shown in dark. The engine is named most in 9 other Tucson years.

When owners filed

Complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Tucson have kept arriving since 2016, with peaks in 2021 and 2023. A peak often follows a recall or a news story, not a new fault.

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When owners filedComplaints about the 2017 Hyundai Tucson, by the year they were filed
Complaints filed
0
100
200
5
2016
56
2017
92
2018
100
2019
44
2020
154peak
2021
151
2022
178peak
2023
124
2024
124
2025
53
2026

2017 Hyundai Tucson recalls

3 recall campaigns cover the 2017 Hyundai Tucson. A recall list is by model year; whether one car had the work done is in its VIN record.

2017 Hyundai Tucson crash tests and investigations

NHTSA crash tests rate the 2017 Hyundai Tucson five stars overall, the same for all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive. Its defect office has opened two investigations that cover this model year.

Overall5/5
Frontal crash5/5
Side crash5/5
Rollover4/5

Ratings run from 1 to 5 stars: 5 is the safest result, 1 the least safe.

Frontal stars compare cars of about the same weight; side stars compare every vehicle. Rollover stars show how top-heavy the car is: NHTSA puts the 2017 Hyundai Tucson’s chance of rolling over in a single-car crash at 16%.

Safety equipment NHTSA recommends

Electronic stability controlStandard
Forward collision warningOptional
Lane departure warningOptional

Optional means some trims have it and some don’t. Check the car you are looking at.

Federal investigations

Engine firesOpened Dec 22, 2021 (EA21003), closed Feb 5, 2024Closed
Loss of motive powerOpened Sep 12, 2022 (DP22003), closed Dec 12, 2023Closed

Before you buy a used 2017 Hyundai Tucson

These checks follow what 2017 Tucson owners reported most: engine noise and oil use, then hesitation when pulling away. Ask for the service history by VIN, which shows engine work and recall repairs.

Before you buy a 2017 Hyundai Tucson5 checks to do in person
  1. 1
    Check the oil level

    Oil use between changes comes up in the engine complaints.

  2. 2
    Listen at idle

    Engine noise is one of the most repeated engine complaints.

  3. 3
    Pull away from a stop several times

    Hesitation from a stop runs through the powertrain and speed control complaints.

  4. 4
    Check the brake lights

    Some electrical complaints describe a burned brake light socket.

  5. 5
    Run the VIN for open recalls

    Only the VIN says if this car got the recall repairs.

Common questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Tucson?

Owners name the engine most (591 complaints), then powertrain (287) and throttle and speed control (84).

Is 2017 a good year for the Hyundai Tucson?

The complaint record can't grade a car, but it shows what to check: the engine complaints that lead this year, the mileage they start at, and whether the recall repairs were done.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Hyundai Tucson?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson: electrical system, engine, brakes. A dealer can tell from the VIN whether one car got the repairs.

At what mileage do 2017 Hyundai Tucson problems start?

Powertrain complaints start earliest, around 8,000 miles. Engine complaints come later, around 56,000 miles.

Which Tucson years have the most and fewest complaints?

The 2016 and 2017 model years have the most in the file, and the 2010 and 2021 the fewest, though newer cars have had less time to collect complaints.

Other 2017 SUVs to compare

What the complaint record can't tell you

How many were soldA popular model looks worse than a rare one.
Whether your car has itA share isn't a probability for one car.
Who filedRecalls and news send owners to the form.
What it costsNo repair prices on this page.

Sources

Show all 6 sources
NHTSA complaint fileNHTSA consumer complaints, FLAT_CMPL bulk file, dated Aug 25, 2026
Counts by system and year, mileage, crash and injury flags, codes, owner quotes
NHTSA recallsRecalls API, read Oct 2, 2026
The recall list
NHTSA 5-Star Safety RatingsSafety Ratings API, read Oct 2, 2026
Crash test stars and rollover risk
NHTSA defect investigationsInvestigations file (FLAT_INV)
The investigations list
EPA fueleconomy.govFederal fuel economy data
Engines, gearboxes, mpg
Kelley Blue Book's spec pagesRead 3 Oct 2026
Engine specs

Owner quotes are changed from all capitals to normal case only. Counts by system and year cover vehicles with at least 10 complaints.