2017 Hyundai Santa Fe: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe: 6 recalls, 968 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #16V145000 · 2016 · 34,200 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses May be damaged by the seat's height adjuster mechanism, resulting in a failure to provide an audible warning when front seat occupants do not fasten their seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: Without a warning to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they May forget to buckle their seat belt, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses to their proper locations, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016.
Trailer hitch, Electrical Vehicle recall #16V842000 · 2016 · 6,172 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, May result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, " lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers May be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017.
Tires Vehicle recall #17V142000 · 2017 · 190 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that May not have been set in the correct mode during vehicle assembly, and therefore will not provide an appropriate warning in the event of an underinflated tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems."
Why it matters: An underinflated inflated tire can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TPMS sensors, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #17V358000 · 2017 · 437,400 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable May corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Why it matters: If the hood is not securely closed or the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's May contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #17V578000 · 2017 · 420 vehicles
What's wrong: 3l engines. The crankshaft assemblies May have been produced with surface irregularities in the crankshaft pin, causing engine bearing wear.
Why it matters: The engine bearing wear May cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify all owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #22V056000 · 2022 · 357,348 vehicles
What's wrong: The anti-lock brake system (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Why it matters: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 23 mention a fire, 18 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (649): the most common themes are warning light on (247), stalls / loses power (197), noise or vibration (177).
- Transmission & drivetrain (165): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (80), warning light on (39), stalls / loses power (38).
- Other / unknown (92): the most common themes are warning light on (21), stalls / loses power (16).
- Electrical (68): the most common themes are electrical failure (27), fire / smoke (15), stalls / loses power (14).
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe has 968 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 26 Santa Fe model years for complaints (3.3× the average Santa Fe year). Complaints peaked in 2023 (209 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 19,412 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (236 complaints, 3 recalls), 2018 (109 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe problems?
Owners have filed 968 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (649), transmission & drivetrain (165), other / unknown (92).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.3 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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