2017 Hyundai Tucson: Reliability Data
Source: NHTSA — 1416 complaints
1416
Total Complaints
23,000mi
Median Mileage
Engine
Top Issue
23
Crash Reports
When Do Complaints Happen?
Distribution of NHTSA complaints by vehicle mileage at time of report.
5,000
25th Percentile
23,000
Median Mileage
60,000
75th Percentile
What Fails?
Most reported component issues from NHTSA complaints.
Engine
572
Power Train
284
Unknown Or Other
132
Vehicle Speed Control
81
Electrical System
80
Fuel/Propulsion System
72
Body
40
Service Brakes
29
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
19
Engine And Engine Cooling
13
Severity Assessment
23
Crashes
38
Fires
20
Injuries
2
Deaths
Sample Complaint Reports
"TRANSMISSION DOES NOT CONSISTENTLY SHIFT THROUGH GEARS. UNDER ACCELERATION, IT WILL SOMETIMES SHIFT FROM 1-2- NEUTRAL INSTEAD OF GOING INTO 3RD GEAR. IF YOU DEACCELRATE AND THEN TRY TO ACELERATE AS WHEN COMING TO A TURN, THE CAR HAS EXTREME HESITATION AND SOMETIME WILL JUST REV TO 3,000RPM WITHOUT A..."
"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND JERKED RAPIDLY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTU..."
"WE JUST PURCHASED A 2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON SPORT. THE CAR HAS A SERIOUS ISSUE OF NO ACCELERATION AFTER A STOP, MERGING, PASSING ON THE HIGHWAY AND TURNING AT AN INTERSECTION. THE CAR HESITATES WHEN YOU HIT THE ACCELERATOR, SOMETIMES LEAVING YOU NEARLY STOPPED IN A AN INTERSECTION WAITING FOR A CAR TO H..."
Source: NHTSA ODI Complaints Database. Names and identifying details omitted.
When Were Complaints Filed?
Number of complaints by the year the issue occurred.
When Does Each Component Fail?
Median mileage at complaint for top components.
Engine
572 complaints
25th: 27,335 mi
Median: 55,800 mi
75th: 82,750 mi
Power Train
284 complaints
25th: 1,731 mi
Median: 8,000 mi
75th: 21,000 mi
Unknown Or Other
132 complaints
25th: 694 mi
Median: 14,100 mi
75th: 47,594 mi
Vehicle Speed Control
81 complaints
25th: 3,975 mi
Median: 10,500 mi
75th: 22,250 mi
Electrical System
80 complaints
25th: 13,816 mi
Median: 29,575 mi
75th: 50,675 mi
Where Are Complaints Coming From?
Top states by complaint count.
TX: 112
CA: 94
FL: 93
NY: 83
GA: 66
PA: 63
MA: 62
IL: 59
NJ: 59
OH: 56
Who Files Complaints?
0.6%
Original Owners
99.4%
Second+ Owners
Hyundai Tucson — Other Years
See how this model compares across different model years.
Active Recalls (3)
Federal safety recalls issued for this vehicle.
Wiring
Campaign 16V842000 | 21/11/2016
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.
Engine
Campaign 21V727000 | 17/09/2021
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
Control Unit/Module
Campaign 20V543000 | 04/09/2020
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 t
Extend Your Engine Life
Based on the most common issues reported for this vehicle.
- Change oil on schedule — this is the single most important thing you can do
- Use the manufacturer-recommended oil weight and type
- Replace the air filter every 15,000-30,000 miles
- Don't ignore the check engine light — small issues become expensive fast
- Let the engine warm up for 30 seconds before driving hard in cold weather
- Address coolant leaks immediately to prevent overheating damage
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Data source: View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov | NHTSA ODI Complaints Database. Public domain.
Methodology: Complaint counts and mileage distributions are computed directly from consumer-reported NHTSA complaints. This data represents reported issues, not failure rates — vehicles without complaints are not represented. Full methodology.
Data through: 2026-03-28