2017 Hyundai Tucson recalls and problems

The 2017 Hyundai Tucson has 3 safety recalls and 1,097 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.

Urgent: recall 20V-543 carries a "park outside" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.

Recalls

Complaints

1,097

Crashes / fires

13 / 26

Injuries / deaths

14 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Hyundai Tucson vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Hyundai Tucson recalls

Recall 21V-727: Engine

Reported Sep 17, 2021 · 95,515 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

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.

Recall 20V-543: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Park outsideReported Sep 4, 2020 · 652,024 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

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.

Recall 16V-842: Trailer Hitches, Electrical System

Reported Nov 21, 2016 · 6,172 vehicles affected · Hyundai Motor America

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.

2017 Hyundai Tucson problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	604
Power Train	295
Unknown or Other	139
Vehicle Speed Control	88
Electrical System	86
Fuel/Propulsion System	77
Structure	42
Service Brakes	29
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	19
Engine and Engine Cooling	17
Exterior Lighting	15
Latches/Locks/Linkages	15

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 41
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 12
Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 4
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 4
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 3
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights — 2
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 26,253 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Hyundai Tucson complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Nov 4, 2026

While driving down the highway, the check engine light started to flash. Once the car was turned off and back on again, it shook violently. It was hard to keep it in the lane and I was worried it would cause an accident. It was driven off the highway while constantly shaking. Once it sat off for roughly 30 minutes, it would turn on, but wouldn't turn over and drive. It was towed to a dealership where it was diagnosed, though I was never given anything past a verbal "it stopped compressing". It turns on and over, but makes a grinding noise. It will die and turn off the engine after roughly 45…

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Oct 30, 2026

The issues is the engine shuts off at idle or in motion. Sometimes hard to start but it cranks over well. Then when it restarts after a shut down, three lights stay on some traction control, the steering and a picture of a car downhill with a clock or engine RPM light. No check engine light on. Then recently the tachometer doesnât work after a shutdown then restart. But when you turn off the engine with ignition, then restart the third time. The lights all go off then the RPM gauge works. But the whole time the engine runs great. When I check ECM all is good no Fault codes, I monitor fuel…

Engine · reported Oct 27, 2026

My name is [XXX]. My husband, [XXX], and I purchased a 2017 Hyundai Tucson (VIN: [XXX]) from a Hyundai dealership in 2023 with 53,920 miles for our daughter to commute to school. The vehicle now has approximately 77,940 miles, and she is still attending school. Since purchasing the vehicle, we have consistently returned to the same Hyundai dealership for regular maintenance, trusting its professionals to keep the vehicle safe and reliable. While driving on the freeway, our daughter suddenly lost engine power. The vehicle slowed down and would no longer accelerate. Thankfully, she managed to…

Power Train · at 133,000 miles · reported Oct 23, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and the vehicle jumped forward and then stopped. The contact stated that the vehicle was stuck in the middle of a busy highway. The vehicle was coasted to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a dual clutch failure. The contact was informed that the dual clutch needed to be…

Engine · reported Oct 15, 2026

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Hyundai Tucson have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson: 21V-727 (engine), 20V-543 (service brakes, hydraulic), 16V-842 (trailer hitches, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Hyundai Tucson?

Owners report engine problems most often (604 reports), followed by power train (295). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 26,253 miles.

Are Hyundai recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.