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
1,086 reports, newest first.
Other or unspecified, Oct 29, 2025
Paint is starting to peel of on my sedona sunset tucson 2017
Engine, Oct 28, 2025
Excessive oil consumption leading to catastrophic engine failure
Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Oct 27, 2025
I've taken the vehicle to several mechanics for engine-idling when turning, going up-hill. I've purchased new plugs, lines, engine cleaners, no-one can figure it out. The oil now has engine shavings even though the oil was recently changed. The car broke down today
Power train, Oct 24, 2025
My Hyundai’s replacement engine, installed under a recall a little over a year ago, is now failing again. Hyundai’s service department was the only shop to ever work on the engine. There is visible silicone drooping from the area where the head and block were torqued down — a defect hidden beneath the engine cover that isn’t removed during normal maintenance. Hyundai Corporate acknowledged silicone use would be “shoddy work,” yet refuses further review, stating they’ve “never had a customer dispute something within 18 months later.” If Hyundai engines arrive sealed and shops don’t handle insulation, silicone should not be present. This may indicate poor workmanship or improper installation on recalled engines. I request NHTSA review this as a recurring safety and workmanship issue on Hyundai recall replacements.
Vehicle speed control, Engine, Oct 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond while stopped at a red light. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
Fuel/propulsion system, Oct 16, 2025
Engine was replaced but car kept sputtering only to find out the fuel injectors needing replacement
Engine, Oct 15, 2025
Engine burning oil. Had 2 oil consumption tests and failed both. Had engine combustion chamber cleaned and still burning oil. Hyundai denied new engine
Engine, Oct 15, 2025
The auto has 112,000 miles and is using oil excessively. A quart with every gas fill up.
Power train, Engine, Oct 11, 2025
excessive OIL CONSUMPTION no leaks its buring oil
Engine, Oct 4, 2025
Had an oil change on September 29th. The mechanic brought to my attention metal shavings in the oil and advised that I should get rid of the car because it won’t last much longer. It drove fine for a day until the next afternoon I was driving on the highway with my children and the engine started knocking loudly. The car stopped accelerating past 45 mph. I was close to my house fortunately but barely made it as it sounded like the engine would blow. It is now sitting in my driveway still knocking when I start it and don’t feel safe driving it anywhere. There were 0 warning lights. I was not aware of the engine issues these cars had until I did some research and looks like it’s very common. Seeing some people had luck getting replacement engines in the past and many others not. This needs to be addressed and Hyundai needs to be held responsible for the awful oil consumption issue resulting in failing engines. We should not have to provide proof of maintenance when clearly this is an issue regardless.
Engine, Oct 1, 2025
NHTSA Complaint – 2017 Hyundai Tucson Oil Consumption, Engine Defect, and Branded Title I am filing this complaint regarding my 2017 Hyundai Tucson, which suffers from abnormal oil consumption and engine problems. In addition, Hyundai Motor Company internally “branded” the title without disclosure, which voided my eligibility for warranty coverage. These issues create both serious safety risks and consumer protection concerns. 1.Oil Consumption and Engine Issues •This Tucson has had oil consumption problems since the first owner, which I only discovered a year after purchasing the vehicle. •The vehicle burns oil excessively between service intervals, often requiring top-offs after just a few hundred miles. •Critically, the low oil pressure warning light provides no early warning. It only activates once oil levels are already dangerously low, leaving no safe margin to protect the engine. •On multiple occasions, I was unaware the engine oil had dropped to unsafe levels until the vehicle was already at risk of engine damage. •The engine makes knocking/tapping noises, hesitates under acceleration, and has rough idling when oil levels drop — all signs of internal engine damage that could lead to sudden failure while driving. 2.Hyundai’s Branded Title Practice •Roughly one year after purchasing from CarMax, I learned that Hyundai had internally branded the title in their own system due to oil consumption reported by the first owner. •This branding was never disclosed to me or to CarMax, and the official state-issued title and Carfax report both showed “clean.” •Hyundai uses this internal branding to void the extended engine warranty that should have applied to my vehicle. •Despite repeated requests, Hyundai has refused to provide documentation of when or why this branding occurred. 3.Warranty and Safety Concerns •Hyundai has issued Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) and extended warranties for engine failures caused by piston rings and bearings
Engine, Sep 29, 2025
Excessive oil consumption
Engine, Sep 26, 2025
My 2017 Hyundai Tucson has been chonking out and having acceleration problems. I thought it was because of AC running. When I took it in for inspection my mechanic stated it was misfiring. I am meticulous about routine maintenance (I.e. tire rotation and/or replacement, oil change, inspection, etc), as well as whatever if any repairs are needed. I immediately reached out to my local Hyundai dealer but they never responded. It should be corrected by Hyundai and a recall issued. After researching the issue I see I’m not the only one with a problem. The 1.6 L engine should have been recalled because apparently the same turbo engine in the GDI model was. I have all my maintenance records to support my claim. Come Hyundai!!! I thought you stood behind your vehicles?????
Engine, Sep 25, 2025
My engine has been burning oil. The engine light has been on for just over the past year because an O2 sensor in the catalytic converter needs replacing, however, this is unrelated to the issue. The oil light started flickering earlier this year (approx 8 months ago) but would never stay on. I called my mechanic and they recommended I check the oil. Sure enough it needed oil. Since then I have had to continuously add oil in between oil changes, however, the oil light rarely comes on or flickers to indicate this need, I just need to check. The engine has been making a ticking sound and that gets louder or worse I have noticed as the engine burns the oil. I have read up on other 2017 Hyundai Tucsons having the same engine failures and that some are covered under recall but mine does not seem to be. My mechanic has informed me that the engine needs to be rebuilt in order to fix the problem. I am worried about the car dying on me or causing an accident because of the failing engine. Yes, this problem has been confirmed by my mechanic.
Power train, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 19, 2025
My 2017 Hyundai Tucson Limited 1.6L Turbo (with 7-speed EcoShift DCT) has ongoing transmission problems. The vehicle hesitates, jolts, and sometimes fails to accelerate from a stop, which creates a serious safety risk when entering traffic or crossing intersections. The problem has been reproduced and confirmed by the Hyundai dealership in Fairfield, CT. They diagnosed the transmission and recommended a complete replacement at a cost of over $7,000. This issue matches the defect described in NHTSA Recall 16V628000 and Hyundai Service Campaign T1B, which involved the same 7-speed EcoShift DCT in 2016–2017 Tucson models. However, my VIN was not included even though I am experiencing the exact same safety defect. No warning lamps appeared before the hesitation/judder began. The safety risk is significant because the vehicle can fail to accelerate as expected in traffic, increasing the chance of a crash.
Latches/locks/linkages, Sep 18, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood independently unlatched, raised up, and shattered the front windshield. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.
Other or unspecified, Engine, Sep 16, 2025
Every time I get the oil changed I have to add 2-5 quarts of oil in between changes. I had the catalytic converter replaced 3 years ago and now I have to do it again. I’ve had nothing but issues with this car and oil consumption. I shouldn’t need another catalytic converter again after only a few years. I’m doing my 3rd oil consumption test right now.
Power train, Engine, Sep 2, 2025
Excessive oil consumption, Full synthetic Oil last less than 2000 miles. Transmission takes some time to respond when start driving from a stop. Car shake a bit.
Other or unspecified, Aug 26, 2025
Hyundai Tucson 2017 – Known Transmission Defect Ignored I own a 2017 Hyundai Tucson with the dual-clutch transmission. For months I experienced serious hesitation and sputtering when accelerating from a stop or low speed—a clear safety risk when trying to merge into traffic or cross intersections. On July 23, 2025, I dropped my vehicle at Huffines Hyundai in Plano. It sat there for nearly a month until August 21, when they finally admitted they could reproduce the issue. The problem matched exactly what Hyundai itself identified in its own service bulletins regarding this model’s transmission. Despite acknowledging it’s a known defect, Hyundai: Refused to cover the repair, Would not even reimburse my $200 third-party warranty deductible, Has failed to issue a recall, leaving countless owners with the same unsafe problem. This is deplorable customer care. Hyundai and its dealerships know this defect exists, can reproduce it, and yet leave customers to pay out of pocket for a manufacturer-caused safety hazard. Buyers should beware—Hyundai is not standing behind its vehicles.
Engine, Aug 26, 2025
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Engine, Aug 22, 2025
Excessive oil consumption! Keep being told that they cannot find an issue
Engine, Aug 21, 2025
While driving to work on I-26 in the far left lane at approximately 55 mph, my vehicle suddenly and completely shut off without warning. The engine power was lost instantly, forcing the car to come to an abrupt stop in live interstate traffic. I had no prior indication of a problem—no warning lights, no messages, no abnormal performance. It took three attempts to restart the vehicle. When it finally restarted, the engine made a loud knocking noise, and the car could only move at a dangerously slow crawl. I had to cross multiple lanes of high-speed traffic to reach the right shoulder, nearly causing several accidents in the process. Other drivers had to brake hard and swerve to avoid colliding with me. This situation could have easily resulted in a multi-vehicle crash, severe injury, or death. After pulling over and shutting the vehicle off, I checked the oil dipstick and found it completely dry. The engine had failed with no warning whatsoever. The vehicle was later inspected at an independent service center and I was told the engine must be replaced, and that the vehicle is not safe to drive. I am now left without reliable transportation due to this sudden failure. This incident represents an extreme safety hazard. Losing all engine power in the far left lane of an interstate at highway speeds placed my life, and the lives of countless other motorists, in immediate danger. The outcome could easily have been catastrophic. To reiterate: the engine failed without any warning or indication, creating a life-threatening emergency situation. This is a critical safety defect that requires urgent investigation.
Engine, Aug 14, 2025
I am the original owner of my 2017 Hyundai Tucson. I am a [XXX] retired teacher. I became aware that my 2017 Hyundai Tucson was consuming oil in August 2024. I took my Tucson to Buerkle Hyundai, where it was purchased, and they set my vehicle up for oil consumption testing. Every 1,000-1,100 miles my car's oil level needed to be checked by an authorized Hyundai dealership. This required time and planning. I began working with Luther Hyundai in Burnsville, MN for testing as they are close to my house and requested to take over when I brought my vehicle in for the first check. This engine issue is covered by my 10 year/100,000 mile warranty. My vehicle's oil level was checked as required for the testing. Hyundai considers a vehicle burning 1 quart of oil or less per 1,000 miles to be acceptable. My vehicle consistently consumed oil and when checked May 9, 2025, in 817 miles my car had consumed 1.5 quarts of oil. My vehicle had 88,689 miles on it. My car met the requirements for a new engine, which I'd been told was the warranty repair. Luther Hyundai, Burnsville, MN submitted the repair request. Next I was told I'd have to provide oil change invoices. I brought in oil change invoices for the past four years. Then I was told I'd need to provide invoices dating back to the purchase of the car, 8 years of maintenance records. That seemed extreme but I provided those. Somehow Hyundai Warranty Division is stating my vehicle maintenance is negligent despite having my oil change records that proved otherwise. They have denied warranty repair. Luther Hyundai's service manager wrote emails stating that my vehicle had been well taken care of and serviced. Hyundai Warranty division refused the repair again. When I asked for a written statement of reasoning I was told they could not send one. My vehicle is not safe to drive. I cannot understand how Hyundai can deny a valid warranty claim. I need my Tucson repaired and the warranty honored. I'm unable to upload all files. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Engine, Aug 12, 2025
My car has been consuming large amounts of oil and as a result has had two catalytic converters replaced. Twice now we have been disabled on the highway due to aggressively poor engine performance.
Engine, Aug 12, 2025
Loud knocking in the engine that increases or decreases with the rpm. Metal shavings found in the oil. Appears to be same issues described as active recall for 2017 Tucson’s, but no recall for this vin. No alerts were or have been triggered within the car. This has not been brought to a dealership out of fear of seizing the engine.