repaired · 2018 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Hyundai ElantraProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 771 owner complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-956 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Hyundai Elantra has problems
771 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
292Engine10 crash/fire/injury
134Structure3 crash/fire/injury
112Electrical system9 crash/fire/injury
71Steering8 crash/fire/injury
62Power train2 crash/fire/injury
53Latches/locks/linkages
45Service brakes
32Air bags
27Fuel/propulsion system
12217 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 292 | 10 |
| Structure | 134 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 112 | 9 |
| Steering | 71 | 8 |
| Power train | 62 | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 53 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 45 | 13 |
| Air bags | 32 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 0 |
| 17 other systems | 122 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2017 Hyundai Elantra recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Power assist: hydraulic
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hyundai.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
49kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 110 engine complaints. 83% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 36% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
29under 30k miles91under 100k miles19100k miles or more
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Engine
14 owners mentioned a cost$6,395median
Middle half: $1,875 – $8,750
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Elantra year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Elantra median. How we score
'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Hyundai Elantra safety ratings
2017 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD Later Release in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.7% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Hyundai Elantra, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerNo recall
In owners' words
What Elantra owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Bought the vehicle 07/23/26, passed SMOG per California requirements. CARFAX report showed car was recently serviced. While leaving the grocery store on 10/01/26, the car stalled and the check engine light came on. I restarted the car and drove two miles to my house. The next day, I checked the oil…
Vehicle Information: Year/Make/Model: 2017 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition Mileage: ~135,000 miles Engine: 2.0L Nu 4-Cylinder VIN: [XXX] Incidence Summary: Engine internal failure, metallic debris/shavings found in oil, severe knocking noise, high risk of sudden engine stall/failure while driving.…
I leased my 2017 Hyundai Elantra new in July 2016 and later purchased it. As of September 2026, it has approximately 77,000 miles. I am reporting two unresolved safety concerns despite repeated repairs and more than five months of seeking assistance from Hyundai. Multiple ignition coils have failed…
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