2017 Hyundai Sonata Problems
What owners have reported about the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2017 Hyundai Sonata a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the Sonata. Owners have filed 765 complaints with NHTSA, the 5th most of 17 Sonata model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, steering and electrical system.
765 complaints 3 recalls, 1 injury risk 5th worst of 17 Sonata years
Top 2017 Hyundai Sonata problems
Engine problems
399 complaints (52%) name the engine, most often the oil / lubrication and software.
Steering problems
173 complaints (23%) name the steering, most often the rack and pinion.
Electrical problems
65 complaints (9%) name the electrical system, most often the spark plugs.
Transmission problems
56 complaints (7%) name the transmission, most often the software.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (230 of 765). The amber line is the middle value, about 55,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2017 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Turn signal, Software
The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended. A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge.
Recall 21V749000 · Sep 2021Trunk may not open from inside
Injury riskThe trunk latch can become damaged, so the trunk cannot be opened from the inside. A person trapped in the trunk could be seriously injured.
Fix: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base free of charge.
Recall 21V619000 · Aug 2021Inflator module
In these vehicles, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash. In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge.
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Sonata years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2017 Hyundai Sonata problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2017 Hyundai Sonata a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the Sonata. Owners have filed 765 complaints with NHTSA, the 5th most of 17 Sonata model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, steering and electrical system.
What are the most common 2017 Hyundai Sonata problems?
Owners most often report problems with the engine, steering, electrical system and transmission. 399 complaints (52%) name the engine, most often the oil / lubrication and software.
At what mileage do 2017 Hyundai Sonata engine problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 42,000–110,000 miles, with a middle value near 76,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata have?
3. Turn signal, Software (21V749000); Trunk may not open from inside (21V619000); Inflator module (16V956000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2017 Hyundai Sonata?
Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2024, 2023 and 2022 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.