Every 2017 Hyundai Elantra recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Steering · NHTSA 17V213000
Mar 28, 2017Steering:Electric Power Assist System
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
- Risk
- Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.
Full recall details for 17V213000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 17V063000
Jan 26, 2017Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 157.
Full recall details for 17V063000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 16V956000
Dec 30, 2016Air 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.
Full recall details for 16V956000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 16V232000
Apr 21, 2016Air Bags:Frontal
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulting in the second stage not deploying in certain crashes. The primary stage will deploy as intended.
- Risk
- An air bag that does not inflate 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 on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.
Full recall details for 16V232000 →
2017 Hyundai Elantra complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 792 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra, reporting 37 crashes, 6 fires, 24 injuries. Hyundai has issued at least 157 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine311
- Structure134
- Unknown Or Other131
- Electrical System113
- Steering72
- Power Train67
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (87)
- Equipment (58)
- Power Train (35)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (33)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (22)
- Steering (14)
Read Hyundai Elantra owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 792 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“2017 Hyundai Elantra GT suffered leakage from the hydraulic brake lines located under the driver's seat which can cause sudden and total braking failure. The leakage was caused by severe rust and corrosion trapped by the underbody panels.”
2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GTAug 10, 2026 · MA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11756080
Fire
“Component or system failed: The electrical and/or engine system failed spontaneously. Gray smoke originated from under the hood, followed by black smoke and an intense fire. The vehicle is NOT available for inspection as it was declared a total loss and scrapped 30 days after the incident.”
2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRAApr 11, 2026 · IL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11730591
“The Engine stalled completely at highway speeds. It was then towed to the dealership and was diagnosed with engine rod bearing failure.”
2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GTAug 8, 2026 · OH
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11755675
Fire
“Driving on the highway in the far left lane. Check engine light came on, car stopped accelerating. Car came to a stop, car shut off. Smoke was coming out from under the hood and flames were seen underneath the car. Police and fire department arrived. Report states an electrical fire.”
2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRAFeb 6, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11716106
“I bought a vehicle used and it malfunctions in six days. It is a safety hazard to me the driver and other drivers on the roads. The vehicle is weighing heavy on the passenger side the car is not parallel. Also the vehicle stalls while driving. The pedal stops giving power to the car.”
2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GTJul 19, 2026 · SC
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11751348
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