2017 Hyundai Tucson
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 1,086 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 2nd highest complaint count among 21 Tucson model years with reports.
Of the 2017 reports, 13 involved a crash and 26 involved a fire. 14 people were injured and 1 person died.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
EngineSep 17, 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.
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 21V727000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/modulePark outsideSep 4, 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 (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
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.
Campaign 20V543000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, wiringNov 21, 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 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."
If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 16V842000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: engine
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Engine, Dec 8, 2021
I got a email for Recall ID 21V727 because my car has been in shop numorous times because of the duel clucth stalling out. I call NHTSA and they made an appointment for my car on my behalf because i have the issue of the car stalling at slow speeds in a intersection almost getting in car accidents and its been happening for like 2 years now and i have had my suv in the shop over 5 times to try ti fix. NHTSA told me when i take my car there and they determine my car is part of the recall that Hyuandai must add my VIN # to the recall to get fixed. When i took my SUV there hyundai told me they cant look at that because they cant add vin numbers to the recall only NHTSA can do that. So after NHTSA made the appointment for me and waiting over 2 months for my appointment when i tool my car there they told me that was wrong and they can not look at my car. So i left and i still have the same problem. Is this gonna be fixed because i get in a car accident or someone dies. Thank You
Engine, Dec 8, 2021
I am filing a complaint regarding my 2017 Hyunda Tucson engine; I am very concerned about the recall 209 that was released in September 2021, 3 months ago, regarding an engine recall due of premature wear of the connecting rod bearings that can cause engine fire. My vehicle has had significant oil consumption issues for the last 1.5 years, causing me to have to put oil in the car regularly between oil changes, irregular engine noise, oil pressure light illumination as well as engine hesitation and stalling. Each of these things are related to the symptoms cited as an engine issue related to recall 209. There is no remedy available for this issue and no timeline for when one will be released. It is extremely concerning to be driving a vehicle with an engine that may catch fire and I have had zero success in gaining more information from my local dealership or Hyundai Customer Care Center.
Engine, Dec 2, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 45 - 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact's husband was able to pull over but could not restart the vehicle. The oil warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that they were backed up with other vehicles and could not diagnose the vehicle until next month. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.
Engine, Nov 29, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Electrical system, Engine, Nov 29, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving up a mountain at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was making a knocking noise and then stalled. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to turn the key in the ignition or move the vehicle. The contact called AAA for roadside assistance who arrived and performed an unknown reset and the vehicle was restarted. The received an unknown recall regarding the failure. The local dealer was contacted but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000.
Engine, Nov 26, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer had yet to be notified about the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Engine, Nov 24, 2021
On 9/21/21 the motor stopped while on the roadway sitting at an intersection and would not turn over. The vehicle was towed to Underriner Motors in Billings, MT and diagnosed with an engine failure.
Engine, Nov 24, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Engine, Nov 23, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH and pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light and an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and parked. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred that same day while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) the next day. The dealer advised the contact that they could not repair the vehicle under the recall due to the mileage on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.
Engine, Nov 22, 2021
We have had an issue with the engine and the oil pressure warning light. Our car seems to also be leaking gas and our repair people have asked us to come in every 1500 miles because there seems to be an issue they do not know how to remedy. We are worried that this is going to get worse and could act up on the highway and result in injury or death. My wife is a 2nd grade teacher and drive this car on the highway everyday.
Service brakes, Engine, Nov 15, 2021, fire
The contact owned a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that she received recall notifications for NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 17V226000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and 20V543000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC), however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while at the stoplight, she smelled a strong burning odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that she was able to continue to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle the next day, the vehicle was shuddering and she heard abnormal knocking sounds coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that she was able to drive the vehicle to work; however, while her son was driving the vehicle and was at a stoplight, he saw smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The ABS warning light, the check engine warning light, and other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that her son was able to restart the vehicle and he veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that as her son exited the vehicle, the engine exploded and the vehicle caught fire. There were no injuries sustained. The fire was extinguished with the assistance of the fire department. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot, where it was totaled. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered the contact a buyback. The approximate failure mileage was 88,005. (RECALL RELATED INCIDENT) TS
Engine, Nov 15, 2021
Manufacturer Recall Number 209 NHTSA Recall Number 21V727000 Recall Status Recall Incomplete NHTSA Information This appears to be a dangerous issue. What are owners to do and when can we hope for a fix?
Engine, Nov 15, 2021
2017 Hyundai Tucson Hesitates When Starting From A Stop and at lower speeds. It also shutters when moving out into traffic slowly and fades to almost a stall. Very dangerous when attempting to pull out in traffic. Below is a blog with many complaints filed with Hyundai. https://www.carcomplaints.com/Hyundai/Tucson/2017/transmission/hesitates_when_starting_from_a_stop-2.shtml
Engine, Nov 14, 2021
I was driving my car and heard a rattling noise. The car suddenly started stalling and it cut off completely. Fortunately it cut off seconds before I entered the roundabout at a very busy intersection and i was able to roll into a shopping center parking lot. It wouldnt start again. Currently my car is at Bob Mayberry Hyundai. They ran diagnostics on or around Nov 9th. As far as I can understand I would possibly have to replace the engine. I was told they have to take a picture of the engine with the valve removed and send it to Hyundai and he said Hyundai also need all service records and they would able to obtain them. My car has around 65000 miles so its no longer covered under warranty.
Engine, Nov 14, 2021
when I am in heavy traffic where I am constantly stopping and going the car hesitates, like it is going to stall. When i push on the accelerator the car makes noises and doesn't accelerate like it should. When I accelerate to get on the highway it does the same thing. This has been an on going problem with this SUV since we have owned it. We have taken it to the dealership many times and other automotive places and no one can tekk us why it does this,
Power train, Engine, Nov 5, 2021, fire
I have had an ongoing issue with my 2017 Hyundai Tucson since May 17, 2021. Like many other owners, I have recently learned about the recall on engines for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson. In the information with the announcement of the recall, the article stated, “The issue has caused at least 18 fires, but no injuries, according to documents from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration”. I wanted to know if my vehicle was one of these 18 fires? If it was, I would like to know that I will be covered under this recall, and the engine in my vehicle will be replaced. I can begin to be reimbursed for the $1,000s of car rentals that I was told would be reimbursed before my warranty claim was denied. If it is not one of those 18 cars? Why not? I will give more information below on what happened to me and my car. Through further research, Attachment A on the NHTSA website states that “As of the date of this filing, Hyundai is aware of 45 fires related to the recall condition”. Once again, I ask if my vehicle is on this list? If not- why was it not after the engine fire and the below happenings occurred to me in May 2021. Happenings On May 17, 2021, I was driving home from work on Interstate 195 in New Jersey. My check engine light came on the previous week, and I immediately brought my car into an auto body to receive an oil change and a 25 point maintenance inspection. But, unfortunately, the check engine light went off. While traveling on the freeway at approximately 65 - 70 miles per hour, I could feel my acceleration beginning to get slower and slower and harder to use. I was pressing entirely on the accelerator, and the car continued to go slower Suddenly, the acceleration stopped completely, and all the lights on the dashboard went on. I noticed smoke started to appear from under the hood and from the tail of the vehicle. After nearly being hit by another car, I was barely able to get into the shoulder. I just so happened to break down on the part of
Engine, Nov 4, 2021
Catastrophic engine failure on a highway in which the engine seized and a connecting rod was ejected outside of the engine and through the crankcase.
Engine, Oct 28, 2021, fire
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a screeching type noise was present coming from the front of the vehicle. While driving approximately 70 mph smoke was suddenly present coming from under the hood. After stopping the engine compartment became engulfed in flames. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. A fire and a police report were taken and the vehicle was towed away. The local dealer was contacted regarding the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 87,000.
Engine, Oct 22, 2021
The wastegate on the turbo malfunctioned, causing the turbo to need a complete replacement. Prior to fixing the issue, the vehicle would not accelerate correctly. The vehicle was not capable of reaching highway speeds quickly. The engine warning light was on (low turbo boost) but it only came on once acceleration was affected. The mechanic shop has a photo of the failed wastegate and the bottom portion where it connects was completely broken off.
Engine, Oct 22, 2021
Car stalled with no warning/check engine lights. There is still no fix. I don’t want to keep paying on a car that is going to cause an accident while driving! I’m lucky I wasn’t going at high speeds when it stalled. My children and myself could have died! No one ever called to do any testing but they knew about the recall in July when they told me about it. I’m very concerned that this will happen again even if they do “fix it” this is a problem on multiple vehicles from Kia and Hyundai.
Engine, Oct 20, 2021
My 2017 Hyundai Tucson 1.6 L Turbo has been stalling, bumping, knocking, and using copious amounts of oil for the past several months. I checked the oil level and discovered that the engine had nearly completely run out of oil. I immediately brought the vehicle to my local dealership and they seemed completely mystified by the problem. They advised that I run the car through an expensive oil consumption diagnostic test. I did not, opting instead to do some research myself. Lo and behold, I quickly discovered that both Hyundai corporate and local franchisees have been well aware of the issue for some time. It involves connecting rod bearing failure. A class action suit was filed over the issue in California federal court and Hyundai corporate agreed to fix the problem through a voluntary settlement. Unfortunately, that settlement only covered Tucson models before and after my model year. If you wish to learn more about this issue, it has its own website (HyundaiThetaEngine Settlement.com). To further complicate matters, Hyundai corporate has in the interim issued a voluntary recall for my model year 2017. Unfortunately, it appears my specific model may be excluded. I can be reached at [XXX] or at [XXX]. Please get back to me ASAP, preferably before my car completely runs out of oil and the engine explodes. Thank you for your time. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Engine, Oct 20, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the oil level was low, and the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and oil was added. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to pay for the repair and be reimbursed later. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Engine, Oct 19, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that her vehicle would stall upon the depression of the accelerator pedal after making a complete stop. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to several dealers for assistance and was informed by each dealer that the failure was part of the normal vehicle operation. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed her that her vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 2,400.
Engine, Oct 14, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign the vehicle stalled. The contact stated while driving approximately 80 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to move. The driver pulled over and noticed steam emerging from vehicle. There was a loud clicking noise. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who requested the vehicle service records. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) however, the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 73,600.
Vehicle speed control, Engine, Oct 13, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled with an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle then abruptly accelerated forward with the continuous depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V727000 (Engine) which she linked to the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000