Engine trouble keeps this year on the avoid list
The 2017 Tucson drew almost twice the Tucson average. Engine failures and oil burning lead the list, followed by the dual-clutch slipping. An engine recall (21V727) applies.
Updated November 2026 · based on 1,096 owner complaints and 3 recalls
955 1.8x the Tucson average
3 free to fix at a dealer
Every Tucson year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2017 Tucson
Top problems and what they cost
Engine failure and oil burning
Oil consumption, shuddering and engine failure, often past 80,000 miles. Recall 21V727 covers some engines.
Fix: Recall free; engine $4,000 to $7,000.
Engine
Dual-clutch slipping
Intermittent slipping and hesitation in traffic.
Fix: Software update; clutch $1,500 to $3,000.
Transmission
ABS module fire risk
Recall 20V543 covers this model year.
Fix: Free under recall.
Brakes
Recalls
If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2017 Hyundai Tucson
- Confirm the engine (21V727), ABS (20V543) and wiring (16V842) recalls show as repaired.A recall is a safety fix the carmaker must do for free, even for later owners. Typing the 17-character VIN (on the dashboard and driver door) into nhtsa.gov/recalls shows any that were never done. Codes like 18V332 are recall numbers.The 2017 Tucson has 3 recalls on record, listed below.
- Check the oil level and look for blue smoke at start.Some engines burn or thin their oil. A low or high level, a gas smell on the dipstick or blue smoke are warning signs, and regular oil changes show the engine was looked after.Owners filed 271 complaints about engine failure and engine fires on the 2017 Tucson, one of the worst years for it.
- Feel for slipping in stop-and-go traffic.Rough, delayed or slipping gear changes are early signs of transmission trouble. A rebuilt or replacement transmission often costs $3,000 to $6,000.Owners filed 100 complaints about dual-clutch transmission hesitation on the 2017 Tucson, one of the worst years for it.
Questions
Is the 2017 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
Engine trouble keeps this year on the avoid list. The 2017 Tucson drew almost twice the Tucson average. Engine failures and oil burning lead the list, followed by the dual-clutch slipping. An engine recall (21V727) applies.
How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Tucson have?
3 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2017 Hyundai Tucson problems?
Engine failure and oil burning; Dual-clutch slipping; ABS module fire risk.
Crash rating shown for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.