2017 Hyundai Elantra
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 78 |
| 1995 | 112 |
| 1996 | 100 |
| 1997 | 115 |
| 1998 | 55 |
| 1999 | 128 |
| 2000 | 197 |
| 2001 | 315 |
| 2002 | 342 |
| 2003 | 234 |
| 2004 | 182 |
| 2005 | 137 |
| 2006 | 155 |
| 2007 | 266 |
| 2008 | 314 |
| 2009 | 251 |
| 2010 | 379 |
| 2011 | 432 |
| 2012 | 651 |
| 2013 | 1310 |
| 2014 | 382 |
| 2015 | 261 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2017 | 764 |
| 2018 | 281 |
| 2019 | 247 |
| 2020 | 247 |
| 2021 | 129 |
| 2022 | 99 |
| 2023 | 96 |
| 2024 | 52 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: engine — 288 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Vehicle stalled while driving on a highway without warning. The car was able to start back up, would go a few feet and stall again. Had it towed to a Hyundai dealership to repair. They replaced the exhaust camshaft and timing components.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260811
Car wouldn't start. Makes clicking sound. Mechanic diagnosed it and said timing chain is broken, valves are bent and pistons broken.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260805
17% of complaints: structure — 133 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and door.
CRASH INJURY15% of complaints: electrical system — 111 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and coil.
CRASH FIRE INJURY9% of complaints: steering — 71 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING AROUND 35 MILES AN HOUR AND COME TO A SMALL CURVE TURNED THE WHEEL LITTLE BIT BUT CAR WENT STRAIGHT AND GUARD RAIL HIT PASSAGER SIDE FRONT OF CAR AND DRIVER AIRBAG CAME OUT BUT DIDN'T BLOW ALL THE WAY UP AND HAD A HOLE IN IT WITH STITCHING...
NHTSA ODI report, 20171211
Also filed under AIR BAGS
8% of complaints: power train — 62 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle...
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.
Campaign 16V232000 — check if this car was fixed
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Remedy: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 157.
Campaign 17V063000 — check if this car was fixed
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016, and Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 156.
Campaign 16V956000 — check if this car was fixed
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.
Campaign 17V213000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of Motive Power
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Hyundai Elantra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (288 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (133 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (111 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V232000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V063000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V956000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V213000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Hyundai Elantra is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.