2017 Hyundai Tucson engine problems
590 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Hyundai Tucson — 55% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking and vibrating abnormally, and the engine was making abnormal sounds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and…”
filed Jul 30, 2026
“Car was driving weird Consuming lots of oil Check engine light flashing Took to mechanic where they replaced the spark plugs and ignition coils, cleared light. Issue was resolved for about a month. Rough idling began car begin to shake while driving. Took back to shop was told rod bearring problem…”
filed Jul 24, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in…Campaign 21V727000 · Sep 17, 2021
Related service bulletins
This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H-2 (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the…
26-01-033H TSB · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Mar 26, 2026This TSB references the Op codes to use for claim submission and the Parts required based on the vehicle’s inspection results from TSB 22-01-023H (DTC P1326 – Engine Bearing Inspection/Engine Replacement) or the latest…
26-01-033H DN · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Mar 26, 2026Certain Santa Fe (TMA), Santa Fe Sport (AN), Sonata (LFA), and Tucson (TL) vehicles equipped with Theta II engines may exhibit elevated engine-out emissions.
26-01-013H-1 DN · Service Campaign · issued Mar 4, 2026
Engine problems in other Tucson years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tucson | 1 | 2% |
| 2025 Tucson | 12 | 4% |
| 2024 Tucson | 13 | 15% |
| 2023 Tucson | 23 | 18% |
| 2022 Tucson | 109 | 30% |
| 2021 Tucson | 36 | 48% |
| 2020 Tucson | 70 | 40% |
| 2019 Tucson | 191 | 51% |
| 2018 Tucson | 236 | 61% |
| 2016 Tucson | 422 | 26% |
| 2015 Tucson | 117 | 52% |
| 2014 Tucson | 109 | 55% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Hyundai Tucson
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.