Every 2017 Hyundai Sonata recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 21V749000
Sep 24, 2021Exterior 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.
Full recall details for 21V749000 →Engine · NHTSA 21V727000
Sep 17, 2021Engine
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
- Risk
- A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on November 16, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 209.
Full recall details for 21V727000 →Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA 21V619000
Jun 8, 2021Latches/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.
Full recall details for 21V619000 →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 →
2017 Hyundai Sonata complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 876 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Sonata, reporting 29 crashes, 15 fires, 12 injuries, 1 deaths. Hyundai has issued at least 228 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
- Engine446
- Steering182
- Unknown Or Other120
- Electrical System94
- Power Train69
- Fuel/Propulsion System46
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (131)
- Equipment (101)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (94)
- Power Train (48)
- Engine (44)
- Steering (43)
Read Hyundai Sonata owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 876 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Hyundai Sonata. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“On 12/20/25, the car - a Sonata plug-in hybrid - failed to start. When I pushed the "start" button, the dashboard display lit up w many clearly irrelevant error messages. Each time I pressed start, somewhat fewer error messages blasted toward me, and finally, no response at all.”
2017 HYUNDAI SONATA PLUG-IN HYBRIDMay 11, 2026 · OR
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11737182
Injury reportedCrash
“I was involved in a severe motor vehicle collision in a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The airbags failed to deploy during the crash. I sustained serious injuries and was transported from the scene by EMS.”
2017 HYUNDAI SONATAJan 16, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11711495
Fire
“The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, a message indicating a vehicle failure was displayed and the coolant temperature warning light illuminated.”
2017 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRIDApr 26, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11462218
“I am reporting a serious safety issue involving a 2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid (VIN: [XXX] ), originally purchased in California. While driving at approximately 70 mph on a highway, the vehicle suddenly lost all propulsion without warning and rapidly decelerated.”
2017 HYUNDAI SONATA PLUG-IN HYBRIDApr 29, 2026 · UT
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11734703
Crash
“Airbags did not deploy no indicator light came on before nor after I was struck from my driver side front area and yes it is available for inspection upon request.”
2017 HYUNDAI SONATAJan 3, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11708579
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