2017 Hyundai Sonata recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata and 766 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are engine (385), steering (173), unknown or other (102). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 29–40 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2017 ranks #11 of 14 Sonata model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (569). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 4.1 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Exterior lighting · turn signal
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. 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.
Risk: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.
Latches/locks/linkages · trunk lid · latch
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Air bags · frontal · driver side · inflator module
Problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016, and Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016. 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.
Risk: 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. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 156.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
I had recently taken my 2017 Hyundai Sonata in for an Engine Diagnostic check at the Bel Air Hyundai dealership, (10/15/26) worth $199.99 for an hour of maintenance, after experiencing sudden jolts when powering on and driving, needing additional time warming up. My initial thought was that the temperature gauge had gotten stuck again, or that the sensor needed to be fixed. I s…
I had my engine replaced under the Theta Engine lawsuit and I was due for the 9C2 service campaign and it was installed...ever since I picked up my car it shifts weird between 1st and 2nd. I brought it back to a different Hyundai dealer as the warranty work was done at another location and they recommended a transmission flush and relearn. They can feel it slipping and the othe…
I am reporting an unaddressed, critical safety defect involving the Theta II engine in my 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The engine has developed a severe internal metallic knocking noise consistent with connecting rod bearing failure—the exact manufacturing defect associated with Hyundai's major engine recall campaigns (such as Recall 198 / Campaign 966)
Safety ratings
2017 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2017 Hyundai Sonata.
Sonata
Auto (AM7) · 4 cyl · 1.6 L · Turbo
Regular
Sonata
Auto (S6) · 4 cyl · 2.4 L
Regular
Sonata Hybrid
Auto (AM6) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, most recently for exterior lighting · turn signal (09/24/2021). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Sonata?
Based on 766 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are engine (385), steering (173), unknown or other (102).
Is the 2017 Hyundai Sonata safe?
The 2017 Hyundai Sonata earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2017 a good year for the Hyundai Sonata?
The 2017 ranks #11 of 14 Sonata model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (569). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 4.1 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA ratings for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata range from 29 to 40 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SONATA, Sonata.