CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Hyundai Santa FE has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 972 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 23 fires, 18 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (651 reports).
2017 Hyundai Santa FE recalls
ABS Module Short Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in certain Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles can malfunction and cause an electrical short.
Engine bearings can wear and cause stalling
Some crankshaft assemblies may have been made with surface irregularities on the crankshaft pin.
Hood May Pop Open While Driving, Risking a Crash
The secondary hood latch cable can corrode and bind, so the secondary latch may stay unlatched even when the hood looks closed.
Tire Pressure Warning May Not Alert You to Low Tire Pressure
Some 2017 Santa Fe Sport vehicles may have a tire pressure monitoring system that was not set to the correct mode during assembly.
Trailer Brake Lights May Stay On, Confusing Other Drivers
Certain Hyundai vehicles with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness may have a malfunction in the tow hitch module.
Unbuckled-Seat-Belt Warning May Not Sound
Some front seat belt buckle wires can be damaged by the seat height adjuster mechanism.
Most common 2017 Hyundai Santa FE problems
Problem areas named in the 972 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 651 |
| Power Train | 166 |
| Unknown Or Other | 93 |
| Electrical System | 70 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 61 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 54 |
| Service Brakes | 34 |
| Steering | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 24 |
What owners report
The engine light came on. Upon driving it on the highway it would lost acceleration but was able to drive under 50 miles per hour about 5 miles. When opened the hood there was fluid splattered on the engine. There is a hole in the upper left quadrant beneath the engine cover.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 45,000. However, when the vehicle was taken to a dealer for a trade-in, it was discovered via a Carfax report that the mileage was over 109,000.
On [XXX], Laguna Niguel Hyundai performed Service Campaign 9C2 (ECU software update for Theta II emissions improvement, Hyundai TSB 26-01-013H) on my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Immediately after the update, the vehicle developed drivability problems that did not exist before: rough/harsh shifting, hesitation, and loss of power during cold-start operation (the first 1-3 minutes after engine start), plus intermittent infotainment and navigation system failures. Hyundai's own dealer notice dated 05/18/2026 acknowledges vehicles may exhibit 'hesitation or rough shifting' after the 9C2 update and states the matter is 'currently under review' â no permanent fix has been released. The dealershi
On XXX, [XXX] Hyundai performed Service Campaign 9C2 (ECU software update for Theta II emissions improvement, Hyundai TSB 26-01-013H) on my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Immediately after the update, the vehicle developed drivability problems that did not exist before: rough/harsh shifting, hesitation, and loss of power during cold-start operation (the first 1-3 minutes after engine start), plus intermittent infotainment and navigation system failures. Hyundai's own dealer notice dated XXX acknowledges vehicles may exhibit 'hesitation or rough shifting' after the 9C2 update and states the matter is 'currently under review' â no permanent fix has been released. The dealership that performed
Was driving down road car went into limp mode about caused a big wreck, check engine was flashing and heard a loud noise as I was trying to get to safety. Had the car scanned and was for code p1326 and looking at all the recalls nothing is for the 2.4l but y'all have been having a lot of issues with these theta 2 engines.
2017 Hyundai Santa FE safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | n/a |
2017 Hyundai Santa FE questions
Does the 2017 Hyundai Santa FE have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Santa FE: ABS Module Short Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire; Engine bearings can wear and cause stalling; Hood May Pop Open While Driving, Risking a Crash; Tire Pressure Warning May Not Alert You to Low Tire Pressure; Trailer Brake Lights May Stay On, Confusing Other Drivers. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hyundai Santa FE?
Based on 972 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (651), Power Train (166), Unknown Or Other (93).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Hyundai Santa FE has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.