repaired · 2024 Q1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Park outsideRisk. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2017 Hyundai Santa FEProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 976 owner complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Santa FE, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-056 the manufacturer reports only 63% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Hyundai Santa FE has problems
976 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
654Engine15 crash/fire/injury
166Power train4 crash/fire/injury
70Electrical system
61Fuel/propulsion system
54Vehicle speed control
34Service brakes
27Steering
24Service brakes, hydraulic
23Engine and engine cooling
9620 other systems9 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 654 | 15 |
| Power train | 166 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 70 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 61 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 54 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 34 | 9 |
| Steering | 27 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 24 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 23 | 0 |
| 20 other systems | 96 | 9 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2017 Hyundai Santa FE 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 · 2019 Q1
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. The engine bearing wear may cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Hood: latch
Risk. If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open…
repaired · 2018 Q2
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Risk. An underinflated inflated tire can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Front: warning light/devices
Risk. Without a warning to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they may forget to buckle their seat belt, increasing their risk of…
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?
45kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 99 engine complaints. 82% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 28% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
42under 30k miles81under 100k miles18100k 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
55 owners mentioned a cost$6,000median
Middle half: $1,906 – $10,000
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 Santa FE 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 Santa FE median. How we score
'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 Santa FE safety ratings
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Hyundai Santa FE, and the recalls they led to.
- Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresOpen
- Loss of Motive PowerNo recall
- 3.3L Engine Loss of Motive Power (LOMP)No recall
In owners' words
What Santa FE owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My vehicle has been experiencing cold start issues, stumbling, difficulty accelerating and increased fuel consumption since getting the recall emission update 50D115 (CO648). I'm not getting help in addressing these issues from the dealerships although I have received acknowledgement from one…
I am submitting a complaint regarding engine oil consumption in my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.4L 4-cylinder with approximately 117,000 miles. The vehicle consumes approximately one quart of engine oil every 5,000 miles during normal operation. There are no visible oil leaks or noticeable exhaust…
On October 14, the vehicle experienced a sudden and catastrophic loss of motive power ("limp mode") while driving at highway speeds, creating an immediate and severe risk of a high-speed rear-end collision. Notably, no Check Engine Light or dashboard warning illuminated prior to or during this…
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