MYRModel Year Report

2017 Hyundai Tucson

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2017 Hyundai Tucson
BUILT 2026-08-02

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Tucson Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2005: 185 complaints 2005 2006: 135 complaints 2007: 65 complaints 2008: 43 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2010: 57 complaints 2011: 124 complaints 2011 2012: 253 complaints 2013: 265 complaints 2014: 200 complaints 2014 2015: 223 complaints 2016: 1611 complaints 2017: 1073 complaints 2017 2018: 384 complaints 2019: 369 complaints 2020: 170 complaints 2020 2021: 72 complaints 2022: 361 complaints 2023: 122 complaints 2023 2024: 84 complaints 2025: 255 complaints 2026: 43 complaints 2026
2017: 1073 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005185
2006135
200765
200843
200918
201057
2011124
2012253
2013265
2014200
2015223
20161611
20171073
2018384
2019369
2020170
202172
2022361
2023122
202484
2025255
202643

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 55%

55% of complaints: engine — 586 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH
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ENGINE FIRE. PULLING INTO OUR DRIVEWAY THE CAR WAS STOPPED IN FRONT OF OUR GARAGE. SMOKE WAS ISSUING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. OPENING THE HOOD REVEALED A FIRE FROM UNDER THE ENGINE TOP COWLING AND ON THE FELT HOOD LINER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171023

POWER TRAIN 27%

27% of complaints: power train — 285 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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My concern is who is going to pay for the damage to my car?

NHTSA ODI report, 20231025

THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE ON A CIRCLE CAUSING ME AND ANOTHER VEHICLE TO COLLIDE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180412

THE DUAL-CLUTCH TRANSMISSION IS INCREDIBLY DANGEROUS, AS IT HAS AN EXTREME DELAYED ACCELERATION WHEN COMING OFF A COMPLETE STOP OR JUST INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING, IN WHICH THE ENGINE WILL REDLINE IN RPM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170617

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8%

8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 84 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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AFTER BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE, I LEFT THE CAR RUNNING IN MY DRIVEWAY. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180321

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 81 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH
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THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE ON A CIRCLE CAUSING ME AND ANOTHER VEHICLE TO COLLIDE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180412

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 74 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2017 — complaint volume: 1073
R 20170113 — electrical system, trailer hitches

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.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 16V842000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201102 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 20V543000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20211222 — EA (closed 20240205)

Engine Fires

R 20220115 — engine

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.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 21V727000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20220912 — DP (closed 20231212)

Loss of Motive Power

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Hyundai Tucson — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (586 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (285 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (84 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V842000 (electrical system, trailer hitches) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V543000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V727000 (engine) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2026 ▲ 2010

WORST YEARS

■ 2016 ■ 2018 ■ 2019

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Hyundai Tucson is rated "significantly worse".

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

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Tucson have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.